Women’s Health in War-Torn Ukraine: Transcendental Meditation as a source of Strength and Healing
War brings not only physical destruction but also profound psychological and emotional stress, especially for women. The constant state of uncertainty, loss of loved ones, displacement, and exposure to violence can severely impact women’s health. During such times, preserving mental and emotional well-being becomes as crucial as caring for physical health. One powerful tool that has been proven to help women navigate these challenges is Transcendental Meditation (TM).
The Impact of War on Women’s Health
The trauma of war often leaves invisible wounds that affect women’s physical, mental, and emotional health:
- Psychological Impact: Constant stress, anxiety, and fear take a toll on mental health, leading to issues such as depression, insomnia, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- Physical Health: The toll of living in a conflict zone can affect women’s immune systems, making them more vulnerable to illness, fatigue, and physical pain.
- Social and Emotional Stress: The breakdown of social structures, separation from loved ones, and the trauma of loss can lead to a sense of isolation, grief, and helplessness.
In such conditions, finding ways to heal and strengthen both the body and mind is essential.
How Transcendental Meditation Supports Women’s Health in War-Torn Ukraine:
Transcendental Meditation (TM) offers a scientifically validated method for reducing stress, restoring emotional balance, and promoting physical and mental health. For women living through the horrors of war, TM provides several key benefits:
1. Stress Reduction and Emotional Resilience
TM is known to reduce the body’s physiological response to stress, helping to lower levels of cortisol, the stress hormone. By practicing TM regularly, women can experience:
- Decreased anxiety: Reduced anxiety levels provide emotional relief and help manage the fear and uncertainty that come with living in a conflict zone.
- Improved emotional balance: TM helps women regulate their emotions, reducing irritability and mood swings, allowing them to maintain a sense of peace amid chaos.
2. Healing from Trauma
Women who have experienced violence, loss, or displacement can find healing through TM. The meditation practice:
- Alleviates symptoms of PTSD: TM has been shown to help reduce intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, and anxiety caused by traumatic memories.
- Promotes emotional healing: By calming the nervous system, TM allows women to process difficult emotions and memories, making it easier to move forward.
3. Restoration of Physical Health
The health benefits of TM extend beyond emotional healing and have a direct impact on physical well-being:
- Better sleep quality: Many women struggling with the stresses of war suffer from insomnia. TM has been shown to improve sleep by calming the mind and reducing anxiety before bedtime.
- Increased energy and vitality: By reducing mental and physical fatigue, TM boosts overall energy levels, making it easier for women to perform daily tasks and care for their families.
4. Strengthening Mental Clarity and Focus
In a time of war, maintaining mental clarity is crucial. TM helps women:
- Increase cognitive function: The practice of TM improves memory, concentration, and decision-making abilities, which are vital when navigating the complexities and uncertainties of a wartime environment.
- Enhance self-confidence: As women develop greater emotional and mental resilience through TM, they become more confident in their ability to handle challenges and support their families.
5. Building a Supportive Community
TM can also foster a sense of connection and support among women:
- Creating solidarity: Women who meditate together often form strong, empathetic communities that support each other emotionally and practically.
- Encouraging self-care: Through the practice of TM, women learn to prioritize their well-being, which enables them to better care for their families and communities.
Why It’s Critical for Women During War
War affects women uniquely, placing additional pressures on their emotional and physical health. Women often bear the responsibility of maintaining family unity, caregiving for children and elderly relatives, and coping with loss. In such a high-stress environment, self-care is essential—but it is often overlooked.
Transcendental Meditation offers a way for women to:
- Restore inner peace and emotional balance, allowing them to cope with the pressures of war.
- Strengthen their resilience, helping them face daily challenges with more clarity and confidence.
- Support their families and communities by becoming emotionally and physically stronger.
Support for Women Through TM During War
Organizations and initiatives that introduce TM into women’s shelters, rehabilitation centers, and community programs are crucial. They provide a space for women to learn this transformative practice and access the healing power it offers. Through TM, women can find the strength to endure difficult times, heal from trauma, and regain their sense of self-worth and hope.
In conclusion, Transcendental Meditation is not just a technique; it is a lifeline for women enduring the devastation of war. It provides a path to healing, inner peace, and a renewed sense of strength and hope—helping women not only survive but thrive in the face of adversity.
Testimonials from Women Who Have Completed TM Training:
The meditation process is not something new to me. On the last day of training, a clear structure emerged for me, and I saw the value of my invested efforts and choices. I also realized the value of what Alisa, as a teacher and guide, brings—an inspiration to keep going without stopping.
Before drawing conclusions, it’s important to let go of comparisons and past experiences and simply immerse oneself in daily, routine practice. Then, through experience, open up to the world and observe—observe oneself and the changes both within and outside. These processes will unfold not through thinking but through practice. And the results will not take long to manifest.
I am grateful to Alisa and the team, as well as to the David Lynch Foundation and the creator of this profound practice, Maharishi. 🙏 It is thanks to them that this experience and knowledge became possible. 🙏
Innesa
Training date: 10-14 January 2025
Completing my meditation training has been a significant milestone on my journey toward inner harmony and awareness.
From the bottom of my heart, I want to express my deepest gratitude to Alisa Feliz for the invaluable path you have helped me walk. Your knowledge, patience, and wisdom have been a true source of inspiration for me, and your ability to convey the depth of meditation has made this training not just a process but a true transformation of the soul.
This experience was not just about learning a technique but a profound journey inward, filled with discoveries and transformations.
Just 20 minutes twice a day—and you feel the tension melt away, replaced by a sense of ease and confidence.
TM is not just meditation; it is a true path to self-discovery and harmony. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to improve their well-being, unlock their inner potential, and live with greater awareness!
Victoria, 28 years old
Training date: 10-14 January 2025
A week has passed since I started practicing Transcendental Meditation (TM) twice a day.
Although I already have a variety of practices to achieve inner balance, my experience with Transcendental Meditation has given me a completely new perspective on meditation and how it can unfold.
Thanks to TM, I’ve felt clarity, lightness, and restoration. Thoughts that initially seemed unnecessary became part of a cleansing process, helping release blocked energy.
Right now, in Kyiv, women have a unique opportunity to learn Transcendental Meditation absolutely free of charge, thanks to the David Lynch Foundation. This is a wonderful chance to learn how to create peace and balance in your life.
The training takes place in person over four days with amazing teachers.
In times of anxiety and uncertainty, we often cannot change what happens around us, but we can always work on our inner state, which determines the quality of our life in every area.
My sincere recommendation 💛
Olena
Training date: 10-14 January 2025
Firstly, on the first day of training, I had a sore throat, but the very next day after meditating, the pain was completely gone. Secondly, I had been experiencing severe eye strain lately from working on the computer and using my phone, despite wearing protective glasses. I even considered visiting a doctor about this issue, but after two days of meditation, my eyes felt significantly better—no more dryness or tension. For me, this is truly miraculous.
Thirdly, my relationship with my daughter has genuinely improved. Before the training, we had a serious conflict, and I wasn’t sure how we could find common ground. Additionally, my relationship with my friend has also improved, which is very important to me. During the training and practice of Transcendental Meditation, I noticed a significant positive shift in my connections with loved ones.
Moving forward, I will undoubtedly continue meditating, improving all areas of my life, and in doing so, contributing to a better Ukraine and a better world. I am endlessly grateful to my dear friend who recommended your foundation and Transcendental Meditation to me. I will definitely write her a thank-you message!
I am also incredibly thankful to the teachers of your foundation for being guides into the cosmic world of Transcendental Meditation!
Oksana
Training date: 13-18 February, 2025
I sincerely thank all the teachers and organizers for this incredible experience!
Your knowledge is priceless, your support is limitless, and your dedication is inspiring!
This training has been a true revelation for me, giving me deep understanding, inner peace, and a new perspective on the world.
Special thanks to everyone who made this journey so special. Your work is changing lives!
Svitlana
Training date: 30.01 – 04.02.2025
It definitely had an impact. I practiced for the first 14 days in a row and felt how much was released from my mind. I still experience dissociation from time to time. At the beginning, I would fall asleep very deeply during meditations, but after a few days, it passed. Morning practice is more challenging—thoughts rush in intensely, but I don’t fight them; I just barely get to the mantra. The evening practice, on the other hand, is like honey to my ears.
Thank you for your time and for promoting meditation in Ukraine. I have been familiar with this practice for a long time, and it makes me happy to see more and more people becoming aware and taking care of themselves in these times. ❣️
Nayle
29 years old
Training date: 30.01 – 04.02.2025
I really enjoyed the training. The experience I gained is something I apply in everyday life and during meditation.
Stanislava
41 years old
Training date: 30.01 – 04.02.2025
I’ve become calmer, I sleep well at night. For the past three years, I kept lowering my shoulders, and now they’ve relaxed on their own. Honestly, I could write three A4 pages about this. I’m truly happy to have discovered TM.
Thank you all endlessly! ❤️
Oksana
36 years old
Training date: 30.01 – 04.02.2025
This practice has been a true revelation for me. It has helped me gain a deeper understanding of myself, find inner peace, and improve my emotional well-being. I feel more harmony in my life, have become more resilient to stress, and have learned to restore my energy more effectively.
A special gift from the Teacher was the Mantra 🙏— a tool that helps to quiet the stream of thoughts, find calmness, and enter a state of inner peace and serenity. Now, the most important thing is regular practice, which will allow me to integrate this experience even more deeply into my life.
I sincerely thank the organizers and sponsors for giving me the opportunity to join this practice. Your support is invaluable! 🙏✨️
With love and gratitude.
Tetiana
54 years old
Training date: 30.01 – 04.02.2025
TM helps me calm down and organize my thoughts, making it easier to assess my life situation with clarity.
Mariia
35 years old
Training date: 30.01 – 04.02.2025
Today marks 15 days of practicing meditation twice a day. My experiences vary, but I now have an inner support system to navigate them. I feel love and inspiration, and my psychological processes have shifted to a new level. I perceive people differently, and my dreams have become more lucid.
If I were to name my current state, it would be “Liberation and Rebirth.”
I am deeply grateful to your team, the Teachers, and the Creator for this incredible experience. For me, this is a GIFT!
Yana
42 years old
Training date: 30.01 – 04.02.2025
The experience has had a positive impact—I have become more balanced, sleep better, and am more focused on myself and my activities.
Thank you to the organizers for this wonderful opportunity to master the practice of meditation!
Tetiana
63 years old
Training date: 30.01 – 04.02.2025
I feel more calm and balanced. I relax more during meditation. I am very grateful for the opportunity to take this course.
Tetiana
51 years old
Training date: 30.01 – 04.02.2025
I had tried to meditate before, but I had never experienced anything like I did after practicing TM. Now, it feels like I’m diving into a conscious dream—I rest and simply explore my inner world at the depths of my subconscious. I am still in the process of discovering myself, and I enjoy observing how life changes around me and, most importantly, within me.
I am deeply grateful to everyone who helped me discover this wonderful path of our vast Universe.
Thank you!!! 💙🤗
Anna
28 years old
Training date: 30.01 – 04.02.2025
Meditation has had an incredibly positive impact on me. I have become calmer and more balanced, and I feel less fatigue even after a busy day. I have noticed a significant improvement in my sleep—now, when it’s hard to fall asleep, meditating is enough, and sleep comes naturally.
I am truly grateful for this wonderful project, which gave me the opportunity to learn meditation. Thanks to this, my life has become better. Thank you! 🙏
Jai Guru Dev!
Svitlana
49 years old, Training date: 30.01 – 04.02.2025
As a psychologist, I deeply understand the importance of inner resources, peace, and resilience in challenging times. Thanks to you and your incredible initiative, I have gained not just knowledge but a profound experience that helps me maintain balance and restore energy.
I sincerely thank everyone who contributed to creating this program! Your efforts are not just support—they are a chance for hundreds of women to find harmony and strength for their future lives.
A special thanks to the project leader, Ms. Alisa Feliz, for creating a space for growth and inspiration; to the teachers Taras Vasylovych and Ihor Valentynovych for their care, patience, and warmth; to the administrator Ms. Oksana for the seamless organization; and to the sponsors for believing in this mission and making it a reality.
You are not just teaching meditation—you are helping to transform lives!
With boundless gratitude
Inga
40 years old
Training date: 13-18 February 2025
I felt that Transcendental Meditation made me deeper. I started to know myself on a much deeper level and to feel myself more! I began to understand myself and the world around me more profoundly, calmly, and kindly—both toward myself and toward the world.
And for this, I am incredibly grateful! During meditation, I had a vision that it is important for me to continue on this path, and I felt a sense of flight… I realized that this is about advancing to a deeper level of TM practice. To my surprise, I felt drawn to learning the TM-Sidhi program, even though I had never considered it before. But if this calling comes from within me, I cannot ignore it.
Thank you so much! 🙏🙏🙏
Tetyana
38 years old
Training date: 13-18 February 2025
I felt the positive impact of meditation almost immediately—some changes even happened in my life while I was still in training, like a kind of miracle! For me, this is an effective tool that truly resonates, and I will continue using it.
Endlessly grateful!
Elnara
39 years old
Training dates: February 13–18, 2025
I am deeply grateful to the entire team for giving me this new experience of Transcendental Meditation. The tool I have been given unlocks limitless possibilities, and I realize that I am only at the beginning of this journey.
My progress is still modest, but I already feel greater confidence and calmness, knowing that an exciting path of self-discovery lies ahead. I have received exactly what I came for.
Sincere thanks!
Valentyna
57 years old
Training Dates: 13–18 February, 2025
My complete acceptance of everything that happened during these days shows that I gained a new experience one that truly intrigued me, especially because of its simplicity and the real effects I felt during meditation.
Time has passed, and I have been practicing on my own. I was able to immerse myself in a depth that allowed me to truly be with myself and that is wonderful. By listening to myself and my sensations, I found peace and a profound acceptance of everything happening around me. This feeling of inner harmony extends throughout the day, regardless of external events.
This inner harmony reflects outward, shaping reality itself. And it’s an incredible realization—to know that I create my reality through my inner state.
I am deeply grateful to Taras, Ihor, and Kseniia for giving me the opportunity to explore myself even further. 🙏 I will definitely continue with a deeper study of the TM technique!
Irina
64 years old
Training dates: 13–18 February, 2025
The practice of Transcendental Meditation helped me improve my sleep, relax, and experience deep tranquility. After meditation, I feel refreshed and energized.
After meditation, you feel full of energy, and it is undoubtedly a practice that provides powerful resources.
Sincere gratitude to the teacher, Ihor Kovalov, for guidance and training in TM.
Liliya
Profession: Psychotherapist
Training date: 3-7 February, 2025
After completing the training, I discovered an even deeper sense of lightness and silence within myself.
I learned how to feel true relaxation.
I discovered a new technique for practicing meditation, where everything is possible, everything is correct, and everything should be accepted as it is.
I am deeply grateful to our teacher, Ihor, for sharing his knowledge, wisdom, and love for the world and nature.
The feelings throughout these days were incredible—a sense that something great, powerful, and gentle was holding me tenderly. And I, fully relaxed, simply enjoyed it!
Oleksandra
Profession: Psychologist
Training date: 3-7 February, 2025
I would like to share my feedback about the training ❤️
Transcendental Meditation is my incredible discovery! During the meditations, I felt a deep connection with the entire Universe and myself at the same time. It is a journey beyond surface-level thoughts and, at the same time, a dive into the depths of consciousness, where everything unites with everything that exists.
This state is pure consciousness, where there is no separation between “me” and the world. There is only calm, mindful being.
This state fills you, giving both energy and peace at once. I am immensely grateful for this experience. Grateful to the wonderful teacher, Ihor!!!
I now understand that this experience is essential for everyone—anyone seeking harmony in their life. I will gladly bring my friends to your training and recommend it to others, wishing happiness for everyone ❤️🙌
Olena
Profession: Psychologist
Training date: 3-7 February, 2025
I want to sincerely thank you for the opportunity to master such a valuable tool as Transcendental Meditation (TM). I had previously tried various meditation techniques, but TM has become a true treasure for me.
After just five days of training and practice, I noticed significant changes in my psycho-emotional state. I became much more relaxed, calm, and filled with life energy. I also observed an improvement in the quality of my sleep, which had been an issue for the past three months.
I really appreciated the natural and intuitive approach of this meditation technique, where the mind and body interact easily and organically. Additionally, the fact that the meditation lasts only up to 20 minutes made it very convenient for daily practice.
A heartfelt thank you to teacher Ihor and everyone who made this training possible for sharing their knowledge.
I highly recommend TM training to anyone experiencing anxiety, sleep disturbances, exhaustion, lack of energy, apathy, or stress and its consequences.
Olga
Profession: Psychologist,
Training date: 3-7 February, 2025
I want to start my feedback with deep gratitude to Ihor Valentynovych Kovalov for the incredible experience of learning TM. It was not just an introduction to the technique, but a real journey to inner peace, harmony, and awareness. The atmosphere during my training was filled with trust, care, and deep understanding. The explanations were clear, easy to follow, and truly inspiring.
As for the practice itself – it’s something incredible! After just the first session, I felt how my body relaxed, my mind became calm, and a sense of lightness and clarity appeared in my soul. This is truly an effective tool that helps reduce stress, improve concentration, and find inner balance.
I’ve become clearer in my thinking, more decisive, and calmer in reacting to stressful situations. Those around me even noticed that I’ve become more balanced and full of energy. What’s more, my perception of the world has changed – I started listening to different music, feeling emotions more deeply, and truly enjoying the moment. This is not just a practice – it’s a way of life that helps you experience true harmony within yourself. I sincerely recommend using TM for both physical and emotional recovery. It is the perfect tool for relieving tension and clearing your mind. In today’s fast-paced life, such a practice is truly a lifesaver for those who want to maintain balance and inner strength. I am incredibly happy that I chose this path and found such a wonderful mentor! Thank you again for the knowledge, support, and the opportunity to experience the full power of TM.
Olena
Training date: 3-7 February, 2025
Thank you for the knowledge,
Thank you for the experience,
Thank you for the silence and peace.
Silence and deep immersion into myself have brought me to a state of bliss.
It’s truly incredible, as if you’ve known it all your life, lived with it… but only just discovered it.
Silence inside, silence and calmness around… The shell remains, but I—small and delicate—have gone deep within. It’s an incredible feeling of happiness, one that you want to return to again and again. I eagerly await every morning and evening to dive into the deep waters of my inner cosmos.
P.S. At the very start of my learning journey, I got sick but didn’t take any medicine… Instead, I healed myself with TM! And in just three days, there was almost nothing left of the cold! This works amazingly well, thank you.
Yana
Profession: Psychologist
Training date: 3-7 February, 2025
I want to express my gratitude to Ihor Valentynovych and the organizers of this training! These were five fruitful days of collaboration and the transfer of valuable knowledge.
I came away with a wonderful mantra that allows me to dive into a world of peace and fulfillment. I learned anew how to immerse myself in a meditative state, where thoughts are present but do not interfere; instead, they guide me on the path to a transcendental state.
I am infinitely grateful.
I highly recommend it—it’s beneficial for everyone.
Olga
Profession: Psychologist
Training date: 3-7 February, 2025
I continue practicing meditation and feel more control over my state and thoughts.
The experience of meditation has helped me calm down and concentrate more easily. People have started noticing that my emotional state has become more stable. For me, as someone who works with others, it is crucial to maintain a balanced state. Transcendental Meditation helps me achieve and sustain inner peace while providing timely recovery for my nervous system and support during challenging times.
I sincerely thank you for the training.
Maria
32 years old
Training date: October 2024
Through practicing Transcendental Meditation, I’ve noticed that I’ve become calmer, more relaxed, and less anxious. I’ve developed a sense of inner stability, relying more on myself and my state of mind.
It has become easier to implement my plans and to focus on one thing at a time. I’ve also noticed that my relationships with others have become more harmonious and warm. There is now more love and support from the world in my life.
I am deeply grateful for the training and the opportunity to discover myself on a deeper level.
Ksenia, 31 years old
Training date: October 27-31, 2024
The courses are interesting and explained in a clear language. I enjoy communicating with everyone and continuing my learning. Now I’m training to become a TM teacher — an incredible gift from the organization 🙏. We have gathered a wonderful group 🙏.
Transcendental Meditation itself is a very powerful tool in our lives. It helps with all the questions that arise because when you look within yourself, into the silence of the heart, all the answers are there 💙🙏.
I meditate two to three times a day; it brings harmony to my personal life and the world around me. I recommend it to everyone because it’s accessible, both in the center of Kyiv and in other cities 💙🙏. My positive attitude, kindness toward myself and the world — all of this is thanks to TM 🙏.
Lyudmyla, 67 years old,
Training date: October 27-31, 2024 and I have been meditating for almost 40 year
I’m very grateful for learning TM and for the atmosphere you create. ❤️ Your idea that everything starts with a woman resonates deeply with me.
During my studies and TM practice, I’ve become much calmer. Unfortunately, I practice only once a day instead of twice, but I’ve already noticed the results.
Thank you so much for what you do. You are amazing. 🫶❤️
Victoria
29 years old
Training date: September 2023
Thanks to Transcendental Meditation (TM), I have acquired an effective tool for self-soothing, which has become an integral part of my life. What I found particularly valuable was the discovery of group meditations conducted in a static position, as they allow me to focus entirely on inner peace.
I started learning TM during my pregnancy, gave birth, and went through recovery. During this time, when I was weak and unable to practice yoga, mantra meditation became my true salvation. I also meditate regularly before bedtime, which helps me relax and fall asleep easily. Now, being pregnant again, I’ve found TM particularly helpful in calming myself during the first trimester.
TM has significantly reduced my anxiety and contributed to my spiritual growth. As a result, I now recall my dreams more vividly, have returned to practicing yoga more actively, and overall feel a sense of harmony in my life.
Yulia
34 years old
Training date: 2023
I am incredibly grateful for this opportunity and experience! Honestly, not only has my mental state changed, but my life as a whole, and everything happening around me.
Yevhenia
27 years old
Training date: March 2024
I completed your training, and I’m thrilled with this initiative. I meditated with you for three months. During that time, I went through a challenging but significant journey—I made the decision to divorce my husband. I lacked the energy to continue meditating because my life schedule changed drastically. However, I’m now actively considering returning to it.
I’m grateful to your entire team! ❤️ You opened up a whole new path for me. This entire year, I’ve been reading books, watching videos on spiritual topics, and exploring various practices and directions.
Thank you so much!
Kateryna,
35 years old
Training date: December 2023
Meditation has positively impacted my well-being and mental health. I feel better and find it easier to cope with stress.
Diana, 32 years old
Training date: February 2024
Thanks to it, I started dedicating more time to my rest. Meditating for 20 minutes in the morning and evening has helped me respond to unpleasant events more calmly, avoid overreacting emotionally, and focus on my inner peace. Meditation has also made me more effective at work. The rapid shift between tasks and large amounts of information used to overload my mind, making it harder to concentrate in the evenings.
I believe that most stress is caused by the daily grind. TM teaches you to pause and reset. Thank you for the opportunity to learn TM! It’s truly an effective tool for mental health.
Yuliia, 43 years old
Training date: September 2023.
I felt wonderful, calmer, as if I was filled with beautiful, pure, and bright energy.
Olha, 34 years old
Training date: March 2024
I am sincerely grateful for learning Transcendental Meditation. The lessons have become a source of peace and harmony for me. Thanks to this, I have experienced significant improvements in my condition and overall health. Thank you for your support and inspiration!
I went beyond the boundaries of ordinary experience. I achieved a deep state of peace and expanded consciousness.
Iryna
46 years old
Training date: March 2024
How TM has affected your state and mental health: Emotional strain on the nervous system has decreased. There is a less emotional reaction to stressful situations.
Marina
50 years old
Training date: 27-30 December 2024
My state of being has become calmer and more mindful. I stopped rushing and running somewhere as I used to. Each day is now a new page of life that is exciting to explore.
Regarding my health, I’ve also noticed certain changes, such as deeper sleep. With the same amount of sleep, my body recovers and rests better. I also managed to lose a bit of weight, which I couldn’t do before (it felt like my body was holding some kind of defense).
I want to say that your work is incredibly valuable, especially at a time when there is war around us and so much anxiety. I thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️. I continue to meditate and also recommend my friends to go through the training.
With love to the whole TM team and Alisa Feliz.
Halyna, Training date: July 2024
I would like to say my thankful words and appreciation to you, your great team of teachers and the sponsors for being taught the techniques of TM. I’ve never tried any meditation before, now it seems that I’m opening new word of myself. My personal insight is that I feel much more energetic, full of ideas and positive mind. I’m in a good mood and I feel less annoyed because of work or/and other people’s behavior;)
Definitely, I’m going to practice TM everyday
Looking forward to new meetings 😍
Maryna
Training date: May 2024
I’m in a wonderful state, continuing to meditate twice a day! I feel full of energy and share joy with the world! So grateful!
Polina
50 years old
Training date: April 2024
TM has helped me manage the flow of thoughts in my mind, rest, and relax. My overall state has improved thanks to meditation, yoga, and Maharishi’s lectures. Since I started meditating, I no longer feel the desire to drink alcohol, even though I occasionally had wine before. Jai Guru Dev 🙏🏻
Tetiana 28 years old
Training date: February 2024
In the flow of life and negative news, my breathing, and then my thoughts, were tense and irritable. After meditating, I noticed that my breathing and thoughts became calmer. My blood pressure also normalized.
It became easier to plan my day and think about the future. A sense of stability appeared in my mind and thoughts.
The effect is noticeable, and it is very beneficial. I recommend using this tool. Thank you for the opportunity to learn. I am happy to have discovered this possibility.
Inna
38 years old
Training date: September 28, 2023, teacher Oleh Avagyan
Thanks to Transcendental Meditation, I have achieved inner peace and balance and started reacting to external triggers in a completely different way.
Tetyana Khanenko
62 years old
Training date: December 2023
I try to practice TM regularly. When I practice regularly and with the girls in a common circle on Telegram, I feel calm, confident about the future, and resilient to stress.
Alla, 47 years old.
Training date: October 2023.
I can feel the difference on the days I meditate and the days I don’t. My state becomes more stable, and I feel a surge of energy afterward.
Sophia
28 years old
Training date: September 2023
TM helps a lot to recharge, find inspiration, let go, and accept… to be in harmony with oneself.
Irina, 61 years old.
Training date: October 2023.
An incredible council that took part in the “1000 Women for Peace in Ukraine” project. I learned the technique of transcendental meditation 🥹🥹 A few days ago it was something mysterious, incomprehensible and even scary. And today it is already an integral part of my day. Thank you very much for teaching me to meditate, for creating a community of extraordinary people, for continuing to hold subsequent meetings and popularizing it in Ukraine. I hope this will help us reach Peace faster. I will definitely come again and recommend. Thank you very much🙏🏻🙏🏻
Veronika
26 years old
Training date: May 11, 2024
I liked it. It’s a new and interesting technique for me. I’ve been practicing it for a week and feel calmer and more productive.
Thank you!
Kateryna, 29 years old
Training date: December 13-17.
I gained experience in TM practice, which greatly supported me during a difficult time in my life, as well as in my country’s history, and consequently, for the entire planet. Because we are one whole, no matter how much someone might try to separate us from one another.
During the training, I felt a sense of unity and support from a large circle of women whose strength is directed toward peace, and this is the most valuable thing for me.
Maryna
39 years old
It had a very positive impact; wonderful new people came into my life. I feel more peace and harmony)
Lina
30 years old
Training date: September, 2023
In general, I practiced TM for about six months. Then circumstances changed, and I stopped practicing. However, I can definitely say that my sleep and sleep quality improved. I’ve always had issues with that. I was calmer than usual.
Aliona
43 years old
Training date: October 2023
TM has helped me become calmer, reduced anxiety, increased energy, and improved my health—my stomach stopped hurting, and the coughing ceased. I am grateful to the foundation and teacher Ihor Kovalov!
Olena,
41 years old
Training date: 12-17 December 24
On the days I practice TM, I feel more balanced and calm. If the TM session goes smoothly and deeply, my hands even feel warm by the end of the practice (which used to be an issue for me, as my hands were always icy during the autumn-winter season, but now I know how to prevent that :).
I’d like to practice more often, although it doesn’t always work out. However, I can feel the changes even with just one practice a day.
Thank you for this opportunity!
Yuliana
37 years old
Training date: October 2023
During the practice, I managed to relax, free my mind, rest, and reset. I gained a technique that I will continue to learn and practice. Thank you for this opportunity.
Olena
29 years old
Training date: 26 December 2024
After TM, I feel calmer and more balanced.
Thank you for the opportunity to gain such an experience!
Oleksandra
40 years old
Training date: 26-30 December 2024.
By the 9th day of meditation, I noticed that I became more balanced and calm; people no longer irritate me. Another pleasant observation is that I no longer feel disappointed when something doesn’t go as planned—I remain calm inside! When I meditate during the day (the second session), I feel more productive and have a “clearer head.”
Yulia
34 years old
Training date: December 20
I feel very strange and intense right now. After completing the course, I practice once a day, but I am trying to train myself to do it twice. Sometimes it’s very challenging, as a lot of stress and heavy thoughts surface. However, the teachers provide such valuable information that I always understand what’s happening and know how to support and guide myself in the moment.
I also understand that it’s normal for accumulated stresses to come to the surface, so for me, this is currently a more difficult process than a relieving one. But I see results in my life: clarity of mind and clarity of my path have improved significantly. This gives me a strong desire to continue, not to stop, and to see what lies on the other side of this state that is emerging now.
I am very grateful to the teachers and the foundation for their help.
Darya
29 years old
Training date: 20-24 December 2024
I immediately felt some pleasant effects of relaxation during meditation, a sense of calm afterward, and improved focus. I hope it will enhance my sleep.
Thank you to the sponsors and teachers for this opportunity to learn meditation.
Aliona
32 years old
Training date: December 13-17, 2024
Thank you all very much for such a cool experience and atmosphere.
I have long believed that changes within each of us (more harmony and love) will bring great changes in our country. That’s why I actively tried to meditate, look for myself and ways to adjust myself to say so and help others.
However, these 4 days made a big leap for me.
I will not devalue everything I studied and passed. But it was with you and with Transcendental Meditation that everything turned into a kind of puzzle. And I really feel changes in myself: a surge of energy, the beginning of actions, the desire to do something, develop and regularly do meditation.
This is just the beginning, I am sure that the best is yet to come.
Victoria
Thank you beautiful women for such strength, energy, inspiration, love, faith and work on yourself 💞💞💞
It heals and inspires 💚💚💚
Thank you @supremfeliz for the valuable knowledge that will truly stay with me for the rest of my life 🎁
Thank you for the discoveries that have happened to me and I am sure will continue to happen 🙏🙏🙏💛🌟🌟🌟
Thank you for such calm and clear energy with which you enveloped me and all of us🌹
Thank you @maryana31 for the wonderful organization of the process🙏 Fairy)))
Thank you, thank you, thank you and thank you again.
For God’s sake I wish everyone happiness❤️
Lina
I enrolled in the Transcendental Meditation training course as a last resort to manage my overwhelming stress and anxiety. The method I learned helped me to tap into an inner wellspring of peace I didn’t even know I had. Over time, it has allowed me to transform my entire outlook on life.
🌻🌼 Since becoming a mother, I’ve faced numerous challenges. But instead of succumbing to worry and anxiety, I’ve been able to approach them with love and joy, thanks to the mental resilience I’ve built through meditation. Motherhood is no longer a daunting task but has turned into a journey of love and happiness.
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I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the team of teachers and to the sponsors who gave me this opportunity to change my life and the life of my family. Your support and guidance have made this transformative journey possible. 🙏🙏🙏💛🌟🌟🌟
Victoria
I want to thank teachers Oleg and Alisa for teaching such an important relaxation tool. Thanks to Maryana, who was in touch all the time and quickly coordinated! Thank you to all the girls for the wonderful ecological atmosphere and communication!
I wanted to learn this for a long time and finally it happened that I went this way.
Already during the days of study, I received interesting insights for myself…and this morning again.
You are doing a very important thing for the women of Ukraine. We must stand and protect our families, our warriors, our lands. All the necessary forces are needed for this. And today we have a tool that will help many women in this.
Thank you all for these interesting learning evenings, full of peace and harmony🙌💙💛
Oleksandra
I want to express my gratitude to the teacher, Oleg, for such an interesting way of presenting the information. In your field, I felt your experience and meaningful knowledge about Transcendental Meditation. Our lessons were easy, comfortable, and filled with subtle humor, which is truly valuable. 🙏🏻🙌
It’s incredible and amazing to discover new things, feel, and understand the scale of the project from the very beginning.
🩵🌟 I want to thank Alice for this magical project 🫶🏻💫
and for giving us the wonderful opportunity to participate in it. I’m delighted to be part of a space filled with brave, conscious, free, and blessed women, united by Alice in her field.
I want to express my gratitude to the team of beautiful Ukrainian women who lovingly organize the process of creating magic for us.🌺🥰🤩
Iryna
I am immensely grateful to you for this project! It miraculously found me just when I needed it the most. Doctors told me things were not looking good, and it was only through meditation that I was able to find peace and restore balance. I have yet to feel the increase in energy and mental clarity, but being able to sleep and relax was already a great victory for me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this experience! I also realized that I have never truly listened to myself, and it feels like I’ve just met myself and started seeing the world and people with completely different eyes. I also met myself and started seeing the world and people with completely different eyes. In our classes, it was the first time I felt so comfortable and pleasant with strangers that I looked forward to the evening all day long.
I am very grateful to you, and I wish for this knowledge to spread to all Ukrainians and for prosperity, peace, and love to prevail in our country 💙💛.
Lydia
I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Alice and Oleg for such a challenging and bold initiative! To train 1000 women in such a short period of time is an incredibly ambitious and energy-consuming endeavor! I am confident in the success of this idea because Ukrainians are awesome! 😜
Of course, we all understand that the implementation of such projects is only possible with the partnership of others! We greatly appreciate the support of the David Lynch Foundation and everyone involved in making this project possible!
The world will be proud of Ukraine! 💙💛💙💛
Elena
Hello, I want to share my experience with TM. I’ve noticed that I’ve started reacting to things in a calmer manner. It’s like my thoughts are gradually becoming lighter, and I have a subtle sense of certain things, words, and situations.
And I also observe that from time to time, a very simple thought may appear that gives me an understanding of the situation.
I’ve also had a change in my perception of the thinking process. Now, I feel when I need to step back and look at the situation from the side. It’s enough to just see and hear what’s happening, to listen attentively and to feel.
Additionally, TM has an impact on dreams. It`s are important to me, and I love having dreams. Currently, they have become more refined, clearer, and I have started to remember them.
Indeed, everything around seems to become more refined, and the feelings become deeper.
Lisa
It has been two weeks of my TM practice. I didn’t rush to write immediately to better feel this experience and confirm it.
Now I can confidently say that:
My overall mood has improved. I have become calmer.
I have started to feel my desires. I started to remember myself as a child, remembering my dreams.
It feels like I am returning to myself.
There is a sense of hope for the best ahead.
I feel a general relaxation.
I have reduced the amount of coffee consumption. It happened naturally, without forcing myself .
I feel physically stronger.
There is support from my inner authority. The connection with myself has strengthened. That’s for sure.
There is a newfound strength to finish tasks.
It has become easier for me to feel gratitude.
It is an incredible and fascinating experience that changed my outlook on life.
Lyudmila
🙌💙💛I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for the new knowledge, new experiences, wonderful emotions, and the feeling of happiness that I have gained! You and Oleg are truly remarkable individuals, full of brightness, sincerity, and kindness.
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You are so amazing that I wish the classes could be much longer))) 💫Your contributions to our success are immense. I am extremely happy that you have become my teachers!!! Thank you ❤️
Olena
Great respect and gratitude to the team Maharishi Foundation for Organization аnd conducting TM training.
Such training is extremely timely and useful, I consider it an invaluable contribution to achieving peace in Ukraine and around the world.
TM teachers are very experienced, calm and friendly. Special gratitude to the TM teacher
Alice Feliz, who taught us the practice of TM, generously shared her high-quality knowledge and personal experience. It is important to note the tradition of joint meditation every Thursday, where experienced presenters sincerely talk about the nuances of TM practice, again and again kindly answer questions from newcomers. Thank you for your support and assistance to Ukraine in
This is a difficult time for us!
Thank you very much for the course that leads me to freedom, happiness and harmony! we had a charming Alice in our group, who, with her condition and attention, already gave us hope that everything would work out for us!
Results of acquaintance with the technique:
Time has slowed down, it seems that there are several days in one day, I began to perceive some stressful events more calmly, as if contemplating them, there was more energy and less rapidity and fuss! Very
I am grateful that in this disturbing time I have a tool for a quality, conscious life!
Let the center, sponsors and teachers flourish !!!
Our courses on TM are over, and I wanted to share my thoughts.
I got a lot of positive impressions from communicating with you. A friend of mine, who had already attended these courses, told me I was lucky to have you, Alice, as my teacher.
After talking to you, I realized something important. THANK YOU! I came to you in deep depression.
I needed communication and support (or perhaps a different understanding of my problem), which I couldn’t find at home. After the courses, I re-listened to the opening lecture. Initially, I didn’t understand what was expected of me, but now I see it differently—I finally got it.
I work as a teacher in a school with 30–35 students in each class. One of the growing problems is discipline. I used to maintain it with a strict and elevated tone, but now I don’t want to do that anymore. I always remember you, your smile, your kind and attentive look.
I’ve been thinking about whether I can act the same way with my 6th–8th grade students, creating an atmosphere of peace, silence, and understanding in the classroom, where everyone feels heard.
I will look for new ways and approaches to communicate with children, and I will always remember you and our meetings. I hope my problem is solved, but even if it isn’t, I will accept it with less pain.
Life goes on, and I now see many opportunities to implement my plans. I believe that my outlook on many problems has changed, thanks to you.
I am deeply grateful to you for that.
I will definitely come on the 10th day. Perhaps I won’t say anything new, but I will enjoy talking to you.
I wish you personal happiness and professional prosperity.
Tetiana
I would like to express my gratitude for this course on Transcendental Meditation.
Thanks to the David Lynch Foundation, I had the opportunity to better understand my body and thoughts, and to feel the warmth from the people around me during this course.
Now I feel more in harmony with my body, I experience more clarity and love from those around me—and within myself. I have more energy in a calm state, and my productivity is now at 100%.
I am deeply thankful to my teacher, Alice, who gave me this tool for further study and application in my life.
I want to thank you for the way you so beautifully and sincerely shared your knowledge and taught us. For me, it was an incredible experience. So much depends on the teacher, and your energy filled us as well, giving our group valuable knowledge, especially during this challenging time.
I treasure every minute of the space we shared together, and I can feel the depth of your soul.
I came to this course after fighting my personal battle. After visiting numerous doctors, psychologists, and trying different medications, I was ready to try something that seemed to go beyond conventional approaches.
Over these four days, I both cried and laughed, but most importantly, I sincerely believed that this was my path.
I’ve become calmer, less anxious, my sleep has improved, and I have more energy and warmth to share with others.
A special thanks to my teacher, Alice, for your empathy and genuine desire to help. It was amazing that the course was held offline, as it made the sessions interactive and truly informative.
I’m grateful to the Universe for this opportunity and to all of you for the work you do.
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for the TM course.
Today is my fifth day of practice, and I can already feel significant changes and the impact of TM on me.
All my sensations have become more vivid, as if I can see and feel better. I have more energy, and unnecessary tasks seem to fall away on their own, leaving more time for what truly matters.
It feels like ordinary, everyday things have gained new meaning and bring much more joy. I’m able to accomplish more in less time.
I’ve also noticed changes in my relationships—within just a few days, my relationship with my husband has greatly improved.
I believe this is only the beginning, and regular practice will open up even more new and interesting discoveries for me.
Thank you so much!
I had heard great things about TM for a long time and wanted to learn it, but I didn’t know which teacher to choose.
One day, a friend in an online chat shared a website with me about the sponsored TM courses in Ukraine, held in Kyiv. I took the course with Alice Feliz as my teacher, and I truly enjoyed learning from her.
She answered all my questions about TM, and I’ve gained so much from the practice. I feel calmer and more relaxed, and life has become lighter and more enjoyable. I’ve also become more optimistic and energized for good deeds.
I highly recommend it to everyone!
I want to thank the David Lynch Foundation and the Maharishi Foundation for the opportunity to receive this invaluable gift during such transformative times.
Alice Feliz, you are an incredible teacher. The knowledge you shared about TM, your care and guidance during the first steps, the atmosphere of safety, trust, support, and motivation—it is truly priceless. I am endlessly grateful to you.
My experience with the first meditations has been diverse—simple, relaxing, deep, anxious, filled with a constant flow of thoughts, diving into depths, calm, intermittent, bringing up certain memories, insights, and thoughts that clearly outlined and directed my desires.
Now I find myself looking forward to my meditation time throughout the day.
I wish the TM Foundation in Ukraine prosperity and peace.
Thank you for this journey and your support.
It was incredibly valuable for me. I was entering the practice of meditation for the first time (with the intention to make it a daily experience), and it was very important for me to do this with the support and guidance of a teacher.
It was also important for me to feel that:This practice is suitable for ordinary people, and I can use it for my “earthly” goals, such as calming my nervous system, reducing the impact of stress, becoming more mindful, and getting more done.
It is completely safe.
Science confirms its effectiveness.
And, of course, I wanted to learn how to meditate properly. I gained all this thanks to your help.
Viktoria, Training date: 22–25 July 2024.
I want to thank you for the way you so beautifully and sincerely shared your knowledge and taught us. For me, it was an incredible experience. So much depends on the teacher, and your energy filled us, giving our group knowledge that is incredibly valuable, especially during this challenging time. I appreciate every minute of the space we shared together, and I can feel the depth of your soul.
I came to the course after my personal struggle, having gone through many doctors, psychologists, and medications, and was ready to try something that goes beyond the ordinary.
Over these 4 days, I both cried and laughed, but most importantly, I truly believed that this is my path.
I’ve become calmer, my anxiety has decreased, my sleep has improved, and I now have more energy and warmth to share with others.
A special thank you to the teacher, Alice!
Your empathy and willingness to help are incredibly valuable. It was amazing that the classes were held offline, as this made the learning experience truly interactive and informative.
I am grateful to the Universe for this opportunity, and thank all of you for the important work you do!
I want to thank you for introducing me to such a wonderful and accessible meditation method. No matter how many times I tried meditation before, it never worked for me. But this meditation is simply perfect.
In these 4 days of learning, I felt as though I had been on vacation. I became so calm that I kept telling myself that this can’t be real. I will continue to meditate, and I am so curious to see what will happen next.
I was going for a long time and wanted to study TM. And so I found out about studying in Kyiv. All four days of communication were wonderful.
Alice is a wonderful teacher and
a wonderful person, being in her field you feel better, energy increases.
I met interesting people who also studied in the group. The practice of meditation is so pleasant that the body is already waiting for the time when it will be possible to meditate. Alice comments on all the questions that arise and you understand more and more deeply what and how, how better what will be behind it.
The soul is londing for other meetings with Alice and TM. Thank you for such a great opportunity and work!
Olena
First of all, I want to highlight your pedagogical approach to teaching TM. Specifically, we didn’t just rush through the program; instead, we revisited and reinforced the material. This methodology allowed me to truly “grasp” and feel the correct direction after several repetitions.
At the same time, I deeply valued hearing and eventually embracing the wisdom: “Do less, but with awareness and ease, rather than doing more with effort.” I realized that I often “think in a low-quality manner,” so I hope for progress in this area.
I believe TM will bring meaningful changes to my life, and I sincerely want to contribute, even in a small way, to the positive transformations in our society.
Natalia
I am endlessly grateful to you for the incredible training, experience, and attention!
Thank you for helping me realize that there is something greater than everyday worries.
First and foremost, there is me!
And I am the most important person in my own life. I’ve heard this phrase many times before, but now I have the opportunity to feel it every day during meditation.
I am grateful to you and to everyone who organized such a wonderful project!
Thank you for your incredibly positive energy!
I’m grateful that I had the chance to meet you. The only question is, why not earlier?
But I already have the answer—everything comes at the right time when we need it. 🙂
Had it been earlier, I might have left right after the gratitude ritual.
Thank you so much!
I’ve started to succeed in meditating. After our group meditation, I didn’t even feel pain in my arm at night. I’ve realized how important the evening meditation is for resetting the body after a long day.
I’ve also started waking up very early on my own—at 5:30—even though I go to bed quite late. I feel that I need to fit the evening meditation into my routine when no one can disturb me, which is more challenging than the morning one. Throughout the day, I feel energized and no longer doze off like I used to.
I’ve noticed that I now look forward to meditating, rather than seeing it as a task.
Of course, there are still many thoughts, but I return to focus and follow your recommendations.
As of now, I’m very satisfied with the experience I’ve gained.
Thank you so much for the information and motivation!
You are truly wonderful and, to me, like a goddess from the future
Thank you so much for the course!
I had meditated before, but during this course, I discovered a profound universe within myself—one that is everything and nothing at the same time. I felt so much energy and so many emotions rising to the surface, makiThank you so much for the course!
I had meditated before, but during this course, I discovered a profound universe within myself—one that is everything and nothing at the same time. I felt so much energy and so many emotions rising to the surface, making it easier to breathe.
Now, I have an effective tool for achieving peace and returning home to myself. Thank you for creating such a sincere and pleasant space. I feel that our strength lies in unity and love.
P.S. This morning, my account was credited with a large sum of money—cosmic currency, as you mentioned. So, the results are also vividly manifesting in the material world. Thank you!
Julia
Alisa and the entire team of the “1000 Women for Peace in Ukraine” project, I am sincerely grateful to you for your work and the light you bring to the Universe, sharing it with everyone who needs it. I am thankful that I found my way to you at a time when it was so necessary.
In this short period of learning TM meditation and practicing it a bit, I have already noticed changes within myself: my sleep has become longer (for the past 10 years, I only slept 3-4 hours a night) and deeper; I’ve stopped waking up multiple times during the night. My mind has become clearer, and I feel more focused and calm (I work as an accountant). Since mid-2022, I’ve felt scattered, unable to concentrate on tasks, and almost daily found myself in a nervous, fragmented state.
I am endlessly grateful to you.
Olesya
Special thanks to the organizers and teachers: Alice, Taras, and Igor. Alice is simply an incredible source of inspiration and positivity.
She is able to convey everything so easily and accessibly to every student that even those who doubted they could learn to meditate said at the end of the course that they succeeded the very first time.
This meditation teaches every person how to calm their nerve cells and the entire body, thereby releasing stress and letting it go. This provides a sense of peace and balance in life. Thanks to this, a person feels calmer, better, and this calmness is transmitted to others around them.
This peace brings balance, confidence, and self-assurance, allowing a person to make very important decisions calmly, which is crucial in our time in Ukraine. This is the opposite of decisions made in fear, anxiety, and confusion.
Thanks to this training, I will continue to learn to improve my mind and thinking, and help others approach various things with a positive perspective, striving to think positively.
Iryna
I want to share my impressions of the TM training.
It was incredible, I am very grateful to the teachers, Alice and Milana.
Even in these few days, I can already feel a noticeable change in my state and the sense of calm that I have been searching for for so long! Thank you so much to the organizers of the project for such an opportunity!!
Diana
Thanks to the “1000 Women for Peace in Ukraine” project and to my mentor Alice, who inspires with her openness, femininity, and sincerity.
For me personally, this was my first experience with meditation. As it turned out, it’s not that difficult—everything became clear after the joint meetings with the teachers and participants.
During the training and still now, changes are happening within me. For example, my eyesight has improved, I now clearly understand my goals and how to achieve them. I feel more energetic after each meditation and have a positive outlook on life.
I hope that soon we will gather 1000 (or even more) women and be able to help stop the war by meditating together.
Tatiana
Where to begin? It truly feels like my life has split into “before” and “after.” In those 5 days, it feels like a whole new universe has opened up before me.
The knowledge and experience we gained during the training are priceless; it’s an incredibly powerful investment for the rest of my life.
So I want to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to take the TM course. I want to thank the teachers, you, and Milada.
I think every participant, like me, felt that this was not just about passing on knowledge and experience, it was something more, something that is still sometimes hard to grasp, but the effect on our lives can already be felt.
It’s an incredible depth of self-awareness, something I subconsciously wanted for so long but just didn’t know the tools for. TM is helping me discover myself every day.
Once again, sincere thanks to all the organizers, teachers, sponsors, and everyone involved in this training.
Looking forward to our next meetings!
Anna
Thank you for this journey and your support.
For me, it was extremely valuable. It was my first time truly engaging in a meditation practice (to make it a daily experience), and it was very important for me to do this with the guidance and support of a teacher.
It was also very important for me to feel that:
This practice is suitable for ordinary people (and I can use it for my “earthly” goals: to calm my nervous system, reduce the impact of stress, be more attentive, and achieve more);
It is completely safe.
Vika Kravchuk
Training date: July 22-25.
These women’s experiences show how Transcendental Meditation technique (TM) has helped Ukraine women cope with the psychological and emotional strain of living through war—giving them peace, strength, and resilience.