DLF UK PODCASTS
CHANGE BEGINS WITHIN

Meditation is a word on everyone's lips these days - and for good reason, as both a stress buster and a means of developing creative potential. Transcendental Meditation (TM) is the most authentic, easy to practice and evidence-based method for achieving this, and is used around the world by the David Lynch Foundation, focussing on our most at-risk populations.

In these podcasts long term TM teacher Nigel Barlow and David Lynch Foundation UK Trustee, demystifies meditation, explains its benefits, how it differs from other forms of meditation-and how to go about learning TM for yourself.

Podcasts

Demystifying Meditation – what TM is and isn't

The Evidence Base

TM and Creativity

Join Nigel Barlow as he interviews remarkable people who are practising Transcendental Meditation:

Bob Roth, one of the most experienced and sought-after meditation teachers in the world. Bob is the CEO of the David Lynch Foundation in US, author of the best seller, Strength in Stillness, and has, over the past 45 years taught TM to many thousands of people including billionaires CEOs, Hollywood celebrities, combat scarred veterans and inner-city youth.

The work of David Lynch Foundation – CEO Bob Roth speaks

In the latest Change Begins Within podcast, we feature new musical artist Dewey. She shares insights into her creative process, discusses her music, and reflects on the transformative impact of learning Transcendental Meditation.

Musical artists Dewey on her creative process and TM

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Background

Ambulance service personnel face some of the most challenging working conditions in healthcare. Daily exposure to traumatic incidents and sustained occupational stress places them at high risk of PTSD, anxiety, depression, burnout, and absenteeism.

The David Lynch Foundation UK (DLF-UK), in collaboration with NHS Ambulance Trusts, is launching a new initiative to explore innovative, evidence-based approaches to support the mental health and resilience of ambulance workers.

We are seeking research proposals to evaluate the impact of Transcendental Meditation (TM) in this context. TM is a simple, evidence-based practice with growing research suggesting benefits for stress reduction, resilience, and workplace wellbeing.

We are particularly interested in collaborating with UK-based researchers in psychology, psychiatry, health services research, and health economics. Multidisciplinary teams and co-developed approaches are encouraged.

Scope

We invite applications that propose:

  • Randomised controlled trials or feasibility studies in ambulance staff.
  • Use of validated outcome measures for psychological distress, PTSD, resilience, absenteeism, and workforce retention.
  • Consideration of qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
  • A plan for scalability and integration into NHS workforce wellbeing strategies.

Eligibility

  • Lead applicants must be based at a UK university, NHS Trust, or recognised research institution.
  • Applications must demonstrate capacity for ethical governance and data management.
  • Multidisciplinary teams are encouraged, with clear Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) throughout the design, delivery, and dissemination of the study.

Funding

Support for research costs will be provided. Applicants should propose a realistic budget aligned with NIHR cost attribution guidance (AcoRD).

Application Process

Proposals should be submitted as a single PDF (maximum 8 pages), including:

  • Aims and objectives
  • Study design and methodology
  • Research team and expertise
  • PPI involvement
  • Budget and justification
  • Timeline

Applications should be sent to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Review

Proposals will be reviewed by a panel convened by DLF-UK. Outcomes will be communicated within 3 weeks of the submission deadline. Assessment criteria will include scientific quality, relevance to ambulance service needs, feasibility, and strength of PPI.