Laura Gettler-Künzler learned Transcendental Meditation before beginning her studies in social work. Her studies showed her that the benefits of TM could be as diverse as the field itself. With her bachelor's thesis on professionalization, she took a first step towards implementing TM in social work and promptly achieved top marks. Therefore, training to become a TM teacher seemed like the logical next step. With the values of social work at her heart, she is there for all those who wish to learn TM and have thus made a life-changing decision towards greater happiness and success in life.
TM's scientifically proven health benefits
Hundreds of published research studies on the TM technique have documented its effectiveness on stress and anxiety, brain function, cardiovascular health and more
Your certified TM teachers in Winterthur
Max Gettler learnt Transcendental Meditation (TM) when he was attending film school. Inspired by the work of David Lynch and wanting to make projects just as creative as his, Max decided to learn TM, just like Lynch did. As a result of learning to meditate, Max developed a deep appreciation for Maharishi's knowledge and a desire to gain more of it. After becoming so fond of Maharishi's wisdom, Max decided to do the TM Teacher Training Course in Chanthaburi, Thailand. After becoming a Certified Teacher of Transcendental Meditation, Max began teaching TM full-time in his hometown of Melbourne, Australia and is now teaching it in his new homeland, Switzerland.
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A choice of a location or online introductory talk
Main points of the info session
Winterthur TM-Center
Yogazentrum Ganapati Tösstalstr. 16, Winterthur
Contact: Max Gettler & Laura Gettler-Künzler
What is
Transcendental Meditation?
Transcendental Meditation is a simple technique practised 20 minutes twice a day while sitting comfortably.
It is not a religion, philosophy, or lifestyle. Over ten million people of all ages, cultures and religions have learned TM.
"It is our birth right to be happy, to be alert..."
Hugh Jackman talks about TM
What happens when you meditate?
The TM technique allows your mind to easily settle inward, until you experience the most silent and peaceful level of your own awareness. It is completely different as it involves no concentrating or focusing, no trying to "empty the mind".
What people are saying about Transcendental Meditation
After a few days of TM.] "I feel calmness for several hours after meditation, I notice more effectiveness in my activity, I'm more patient and I was told I'm more serene."
Lawyer - Geneva
How is Transcendental Meditation different
from other meditations?
Compared to other meditations TM is different in two ways.
1. Absolutely effortless
- No concentrating
- No control of the mind
- No mindfulness (monitoring of thoughts)
- No trying to "empty the mind"
- Anyone can do it, even children with ADHD
2. Proven effective
TM has been proven effective for stress and anxiety, clarity of mind, and more.
3. Teaching method:
- Unlike other meditation methods, TM is taught one-on-one by instructors
- TM teachers are certified and world experts in the field of TM
- Delivery of training is personalised and individual
Common Questions
Can I learn TM from a book or video?+
What happens during TM?+
What if I'm not good at controlling my mind?+
What if I'm sceptical?+
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TM is the only meditation practice that has been shown to reduce blood pressure…all other meditation techniques, including Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction are not recommended in clinical practice to lower blood pressure.
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Perhaps its greatest benefit is that it's relatively quick to learn and easy to master. No waiting weeks or months of practice before you see results"
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According to both the Australian CSIRO and American Heart Association (AHA), the TM technique is the only meditation technique that has been shown to effectively reduce high blood pressure.
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A 2009 study found Transcendental Meditation helped alleviate stress in college students, while another found it helped reduce blood pressure, anxiety, depression and anger.
