Transcendental meditation (TM) is one of the most effective meditation techniques that was explained by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in 1950s. Backed by scientific researches, transcendental meditation offers several physical and mental health benefits. By balancing hormones and activating the parasympathetic nervous system, it reduces the levels of stress and anxiety in the human body. Also, it helps recover from problems like cardiovascular diseases and high blood pressure as well as prevent them from occurring.