Scientific research on meditation and sleep reveals that regular practice of Transcendental Meditation (TM) reduces the production of stress hormones such as cortisol, while enhancing serotonin and melatonin — key hormones that promote relaxation and deep sleep.

Melatonin, the body’s primary sleep-regulating hormone, is often underproduced due to prolonged light exposure at night. TM practice helps restore the natural rhythm of melatonin production by normalizing physiological balance.

Unlike other methods, TM requires no effort or concentration, making it highly effective even for individuals with racing thoughts or anxiety. Its short practice time, universal approach, and ease of integration make it accessible for busy lifestyles.

Scientific findings:

• Journal of Counseling and Development: Many practitioners report immediate improvements in sleep quality after learning TM.


• Journal of Clinical Psychology: Randomized controlled trials show significant reductions in insomnia severity, anxiety, and sleep disturbances.


• Sleep Medicine Reviews: Meta-analyses confirm consistent improvements in both sleep onset and total sleep duration among TM practitioners.

TM practice also helps regulate the autonomic nervous system, shifting the body from alertness to a calm, restful state — the ideal foundation for deep and restorative sleep.