Without the syllable?

WilliamFrankJones,

If your practice is comfortable, brings moments of silent, unbounded consciousness, and results in cumulative benefits in daily life, then it is correct practice.

However, so as not to confuse others, it should be stated clearly that in NSR Meditation we do not just sit with the eyes closed, doing nothing. Thinking the syllable is required as part of NSR. Without the generation of thoughts that we can follow to the source of thought, it is not possible for most people to transcend and experience pure consciousness.

If you are having difficulty thinking the syllable effortlessly, this is a problem that should be addressed via an NSR consultation (the order form is at www.nsrusa.org). Difficulty in thinking the syllable may indicate the presence of a deep-rooted stress that needs a corresponding deep degree of rest for release.

Floating or "contemplation" techniques in which we enjoy inner sensations are not transcending and do not bring the dramatic beneficial results that transcending brings.

David Spector
NSR Meditation/USA