Effectiveness of this spiritual practice can be realized only through direct experience by practicing the method for a period of time. A minimum of three (preferably six) month's practice of the complete method is recommended as a trial period. To be properly introduced and trained in the practice of Sahaj Marg, you need to meet with a preceptor.

Integrating any new habit into our lives requires a period of adaptation, and for many just sitting quietly for half an hour can be a challenge in the beginning. Recognizing the subtle inner changes and transforming effect of cleaning and transmission - two salient features of Sahaj Marg - takes some time.

In the spirit of genuine research, it is desirable to suspend other practices during a trial period and test Sahaj Marg systematically with regular practice, so that the method can be given a fair evaluation. Sahaj Marg was inspired as a complete and practical system for the highest spiritual attainment, and was designed so that even the busiest person could integrate a profoundly transformative spiritual practice into his or her daily life.