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288We%u2019ve said many times that the TM technique is effortless, spontaneous, and natural. Now to be more specific, the TM technique works on the basis of the natural tendency of the mind.Natural tendency of the mind?Yes, to enjoy more and more. As we have explained, pure consciousness is very charming and the attention naturally goes there. All we need is a technique, something to do in our head that allows the the mind to settle down.Thoughts come from this source, pure consciousness. In our daily life, thinking is usually directed outward, through speech and action.The TM technique uses a specific thought, called a %u201cmantra.%u201d Because of the nature of the mantra, and the way we are taught to use it, the mind automatically settles down, following the thought of the mantra back toward the source of all thought. Each %u201cstep%u201d toward pure consciousness is more fulfilling, and the final step%u2014the experience of pure creative intelligence%u2014is the most fulfilling of all.Mantra?%u201cMantra%u201d means a specific sound, with no meaning, the effects of which are known to be good and nourishing in every way%u2014mentally, physically, and environmentally.