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Founded by MaharishiA senior psychologist says the Transcendental Meditation® technique is key to developing fulfilling and harmonious relationships to truly ‘celebrate’ World Friendship Day on July 30th.
Dr Vicki Broome, a trained psychologist, has released a brand new book, SuperHabits for Relationships, co-authored with Dr Tony Nader, in time for World Friendship Day.
In an exclusive interview, Dr Broome said the world needs to develop better relationships for there to be more peace and harmony and greater connections.
“Let’s face it, the world can really afford to be a little friendlier to each other,” Dr Broome said.
“And I think the beginning of a good relationship is where we can all play in the same sandbox together, but not necessarily all have the same ideas.”
Dr Broome said the basis of good relationships begins with oneself.
“Well, you know, relationships start with a relationship with yourself. That’s always the first thing,” Dr Broome said.
“But there’s also the element of consciousness, where it’s good to bring in techniques like Transcendental Meditation and that expands who you are and your sense of self.”
Transcendental Meditation is a simple, natural and effortless technique that is taught in person from a certified teacher over 4 consecutive days.
There are more than 700 research studies conducted at top universities across the globe, including its benefits on improving work and personal relationships.
Dr Broome said one of the main qualities of people who have good relationships is to be present.
“In fact, children and animals are more attracted to people who are present,” Dr Broome said.
“I think you have to be genuinely interested in the other person. You have to genuinely love from your heart and come and make a conscious effort to be in the presence,” she said.
Dr Broome said practising Transcendental Meditation can help people gain some more stability and presence, leading to more harmonious relationships.
“More than anything, TM improves your relationship with yourself. Because with TM you get in touch with your own higher self and your heart expands,” Dr Broome said.
“And I would say that Transcendental Meditation is maybe the key tool for good relationships,” she said.
Dr Broome, for her master’s thesis, compared TM practising married couples with non-meditating marriages.
“We looked at 13 different aspects of a relationship, and the meditating couples did significantly better than the non-meditating couples,” Dr Broome said.
“So for sure, there’s no question. TM is the biggest harmoniser.”
Dr Broome said the latest book, SuperHabits for Relationships, is all about conscious relationships.
“There’s a big difference between relationships and conscious relationships,” she said.
“And so there are lots of relationship books, and I’m sure they’re all helpful. But this is helpful because it gives tips on how to have that relationship with yourself.
“t uses three steps. One is a relationship, starting with the self. The second is that consciousness is a basis of everything, but of having good relationships,” she said.
“And then it gives a really practical toolkit that people can apply to giving them these super relationships.”
The latest book is available via Amazon here:
