The Resilient Mind How Transcendental Meditation Transforms Your Brain - Dr. Tony Nader
Aug 13, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Tony Nader, a Harvard and MIT-trained neuroscientist and medical doctor, explores the transformative power of Transcendental Meditation (TM). He shares his journey from traditional medicine to TM, revealing its profound effects on consciousness and mental wellness. Delving into how meditation enhances decision-making and promotes healing, Dr. Nader emphasizes the importance of inner peace in today's turbulent world. He discusses personalized instruction and the broader impact of TM on personal and collective consciousness for a healthier society.
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Consciousness Is A Continuum
- Consciousness ranges from simple sensing to broad self-aware planning across past, present, and future.
- Expanding awareness increases the ability to solve problems and act responsibly for larger systems.
States Shift How We Respond
- Levels of consciousness vary within and between people and change how we perceive and respond.
- Higher alertness and rest reduce mistakes and enable clearer problem solving.
Reboot Rather Than Force Calm
- Reboot your nervous system with deep rest rather than forcing calm through willpower.
- Use practices that let physiology reset naturally to clear stress and mental filters.
