Unfold Your Full Potential

“Expansion of happiness is the purpose of life. . . .”

— MIU Founder Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Science of Being and Art of Living

There is more of our potential to unfold. As consciousness develops, we see more possibilities, enjoy greater freedom and creativity, and bring more of who we truly are into our daily lives.

At MIU, growth of consciousness is not only something we study. It is something we experience and develop — through the Transcendental Meditation technique, group practice, retreats, advanced programs, knowledge, and the integration of inner silence with activity.

Coming Up

What can you do next? Explore current and upcoming opportunities for MIU students, faculty, and staff.

Why Develop Consciousness?

“Growth of consciousness naturally results in a broader view of possibilities
and thus greater freedom of choice.”

— Dr. Tony Nader, Consciousness Is All There Is (2024)

Growth of consciousness develops the foundation from which we experience, think, learn, create, act, and relate to others. Rather than developing one ability in isolation, we enliven the deepest level of life so that more of our potential can unfold naturally.

The goal is not simply to enjoy periods of inner silence during meditation.
It is to integrate that inner stability with activity — bringing greater clarity, creativity, balance, happiness, and effectiveness into everyday life.

Find Your Next Step

Growth is individual. Wherever you are in your practice, there is a natural next step you can take.

1. Meditate Together

Regular TM practice is the foundation. Meditating together adds the support of group practice and is an important part of MIU’s Consciousness-Based community.

Daily Group Meditation for TM Meditators

8:30 am — Morning Group Meditation
Dreier TM Center

11:45 am — Pre-Lunch Group Meditation
Assigned meditation room in each building:

• Dreier — TM Center, Room 119
• GateRidge — Kurleigh King Lounge
• Verrill Hall — V28
• Veda Bhavan — Room 108
• Library — Room 5
• Henn Mansion — Lounge / Parlor
• Wege Arts Center — Ross Theatre / Jennifer Foor Stephen Media Center

3:00 pm — Afternoon Group Meditation
Maharishi Patanjali Golden Dome
West of the Unified Soccer Field

Join online group meditations with Bob Roth →

Super-Radiance Program for Sidhas

Sidhas have the additional opportunity to participate in the large Super-Radiance group program in the Golden Domes:

7:30 am — Morning Super-Radiance Program
5:00 pm — Afternoon Super-Radiance Program

If you are new to extended program in the Golden Domes, please visit the Invincible America Assembly Office in the GateRidge Building, Room 242, for an orientation. IAA office hours are 1:30–3:45 pm.

2. Keep Your TM Practice Fresh

TM Tune-Ups are short, supportive sessions for TM practitioners.
They provide an opportunity to refresh your practice, discuss experiences, ask questions, and help ensure that meditation remains natural and effortless.

Group Tune-Ups are offered during the academic year, and individual Tune-Ups are available by request.

View TM Tune-Ups →

Request an individual TM Tune-Up →

3. Go Deeper with a TM Retreat

A retreat gives you more time for transcending, profound rest, Maharishi Yoga Asanas and pranayama, knowledge, reflection, and community.

Online Half-Day TM Retreats

A convenient half-day of extended TM practice, deep rest, knowledge, and rejuvenation from wherever you are.

See online retreat dates and register →

On-Campus TM Retreats

Step away from your regular routine for several days of extended practice, deep rest, knowledge, and community in a quiet retreat environment.

Dates for this semester are coming soon.

Explore on-campus TM Retreats →

Online ESRP for Sidhas

A half-day extended Super-Radiance program online for those who have completed the full TM-Sidhi® program.

Explore online ESRP opportunities →

Ready to Go Further?

For meditators who feel ready for the next stage, Maharishi brought out advanced programs to enrich the experience of transcending and support continued development of consciousness.

Advanced Techniques

Advanced Techniques of the Transcendental Meditation program enrich and accelerate personal growth and provide a natural next step for meditators who would like to go further.

Explore Advanced Techniques →

The TM-Sidhi® Program

Take your growth to the next level — learn to think and act from the most creative and profound level of the mind, pure consciousness.

Explore the TM-Sidhi® Program →

Support Your Practice

Maharishi Yoga Asanas and Pranayama

Maharishi Yoga Asanas and pranayama support your TM practice and the balanced development of mind and body.

Watch the free Maharishi Yoga Asanas webinar →

Explore pranayama and additional support →

TM App

Maintain consistency, access knowledge, get inspired, and support your TM practice wherever you are.

Transcendental Meditation App — Google Play →

Transcendental Meditation App — Apple App Store →

Find Your Local TM Teacher

If you are an online student, you can connect with a certified TM teacher near you for in-person Tune-Ups and other support.

Find your local TM Center →

Continuing Education

Deepen your knowledge and expand your awareness through MIU Continuing Education courses.

Explore Continuing Education →

Our Mission

Individual development.
We support the growth of consciousness of MIU students, staff, and faculty, so that together we can unfold more of our full potential.

Collective development.
We support opportunities to practice technologies of consciousness together and contribute to greater coherence in our university community and society.

Preserving the knowledge.
We are committed to preserving our Founder Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s unique and invaluable knowledge of consciousness in its completeness and purity, generation after generation.

Stay Connected

Questions about TM Tune-Ups, retreats, advanced programs, or Growth of Consciousness at MIU?

Email:
dlaw@miu.edu