Posts By Janet Hoffman
The Story of Hurricane Helene and the Relief From Within Project: An Interview with Jeanne Ball
Late in September of 2024, Hurricane Helene created calamitous damage in Asheville, North Carolina. Swollen by record-breaking rainfall, the French Broad and Swannanoa rivers—cresting at up to 30 feet and […]
Beauty and Joy, Even When the World is Too Much
Constant exposure to news and social media expose us to suffering, corruption, violence, disasters, and uncertainty. We discuss, share our creative ideas, donate, volunteer, pray—until we’re emotionally exhausted or numb. […]
The Extraordinary Pianist Hiroko Sasaki: Silence in Performance
An Interview by Janet Hoffman Internationally acclaimed pianist Hiroko Sasaki has earned recognition for performances distinguished by expressive depth, profound musical sensitivity, and technical brilliance. Born in Japan, Hiroko has […]
Our Inner Advantage in an Unsettling World
In our modern world, just being aware of what is happening around us can diminish our sense of well-being. So just for a change, a couple of times a day, […]
An Interview of Dr. Amy Knoblock-Hahn: Advancing Health Through Nutrition and Lifestyle
Dr. Amy Knoblock-Hahn, PhD, MPH, MS, RDN, LD is a nationally recognized nutrition scientist, registered dietitian, educator, and public health leader whose work integrates nutrition, technology, behavioral science, and food […]
This Summer, Let TM for Women be Your Travel Guide to the Ultimate Stay-cation
Originally published on July 12, 2023 Why do people go on vacation? To get out of their tiresome daily routine, to experience something new, to relax? The Transcendental Meditation technique is a […]
Dissolving Stress to Awaken Your Body’s Intelligence
What does the body’s intelligence do? First we should acknowledge that the body has inherent “creative intelligence”: this is obvious in the ever continuing growth of one’s body from a […]
Shedding Winter’s Layers: TM Dissolves Built-Up Stress
Spring has arrived and the Transcendental Meditation program provides a way to fully embrace its possibilities. By late winter, many women are wearing more than just layers of clothing: we […]
A Simple Guide to Healthy Happy Mothers and Babies: An Interview with Author Margaret Mullins
Margaret Mullins MSN, PNPC, FNPC is the longtime steward of the Healthy Happy Mother & Baby Program and the author of a new book by that name. Drawing on decades […]
Author Ann Purcell Discusses Silence
Ann Purcell is an author, poet, songwriter, philanthropist, and longtime teacher of the Transcendental Meditation technique, whose work blends spiritual insight with creative expression. She has written numerous books—including collections […]