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The Harvard Business School along with INSEAD — the world's leading business schools have concluded from their research that the two most effective business tools for 21st century executives are meditation and intuition. Happiness Connect helps you release accumulated stress, foster positive experiences, and intentions, and enjoy the peace of present moment awareness with unique techniques including Sudarshan Kriya (SKY).
Workshop Includes
Sudarshan Kriya
- Experience deeper meditations
- Restore life's natural rhythm of happiness with Sudarshan Kriya
- Ability to get more energy and foster creativity
Lifestyle management
- Live the Ayurveda way: Diet plan for each participant for a healthy body and mind
- Dedicated sessions to deal with lifestyle affected diseases like blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes and so on
YO-GA ON the GO
- Rekindle inner peace and outer dynamism through exclusive sessions on yoga by Art of Living’s most celebrated instructor
- Specially designed yoga posture sequence to address stiffness in the body developed by long hours at work with no movement
Accelerate your Inspiring Quotient
- Learn the art of inspiring people from the man who is driving a team of 34,000 in India and thousands more across 80+ countries
- Improve your emotional quotient
- Learn the art of relationship building: Inspiration vs Motivation
- Personal interaction with the instructor as it is a limited batch course
Other Highlights
- Involves 1-1 engagement with the trainer
- Reconnect sessions with the trainer every 2 months
- Happy beginnings with goodies and meals in a 5-star ambience
The Art of Living Happiness Connect: a uniquely powerful combination
The Happiness Connect takes place over three or six relaxing yet focused days.
Here are some of the unique benefits you’ll experience:
A 3-Day-program. A lifetime of happiness.
Get a daily practice you can continue at home
The goal of the 3-day Art of Happiness workshop is to give you the skills, support, and training to continue using these powerful breathing techniques once you get home. Research shows your cortisol levels can reduce by over 50 percent on the first day you practice, and will continue to improve if you keep practicing. We'll teach you a simple, effective home breathing practice you can do each day to release stress and start every day afresh: feeling clear, confident, and happy.
PLUS: Lifetime access to weekly practice groups and a global spiritual community
The Happiness Connect doesn’t end after the 3-day program. You will also receive FREE lifetime access to weekly Sudarshan Kriya practice groups in Art of Living Centers and can attend wherever you are in the world.
You’ll be able to connect with a dedicated community of like-minded, positive and compassionate people who will be there to support and grow with you.
You’ll make friends and lasting connections with people who understand how to get the most out of the program, and develop your practice alongside them to get the very best out of your life.
Share your journey and surround yourself with happiness!
From reducing stress to getting better rest, these techniques have a demonstrated measurable impact on the quality of life.
Over 70 independent studies conducted on four continents and published in peer review journals have demonstrated a comprehensive range of benefits from practicing the Sudarshan Kriya and related breathing exercises taught on The Art of Living Happiness Connect.
What people are saying about the Happiness Connect
Calm & creative
“My favorite part about the course was SKY. If you really want to feel good about life just in general. For all the people who want to be extraordinary, I think this is the course. Really privileged to have Rajesh here, especially for his way of explaining things and the way he communicates and relates to everybody.”
~Sagar, S/W Designer
“This is a very personalized program with content presented according to every participant.”
~ Rajesh Jagasia
"Significantly improved my ability to stay calm"
“For the first time, I felt I could take my mind off everything. I felt so much calmness! I could feel the energy and calmness both at the same time.”
~HR Head, Honeywell
"Helped heal past wounds"
“I have a habit of checking my watch every 10 mins. But for the first time, I just didn’t feel time and that was while doing kriya. I feel so relaxed and calm.”
~CSC 4th year student, Thapar University
"Transformed into newness, aliveness, and innocence!"
“Besides working for the past 12 years, I also teach part-time. I am engaged with a lot of work pressure. Within a short span of time, we got to learn so much - how one can be the best at the thing they do.
SKY is such an amazing tool. The first day I did the kriya, it felt so good. I felt fresh as a newborn.”
~Kundan Kumar, Aeronautics Engineer
"Much healthier right away"
“I had been very stressed due to work. After 2 days of the program, I already feel so relaxed. My energy level is high. I recommend this to everyone as Kriya and pranayama will certainly relieve stress and bring clarity.”,
~Businessman, Bhagalpet
"My whole personality has been transformed"
“I was diagnosed with Hypertension (High BP) at the age of 19. I started practicing Sudarshan Kriya at the age of 21; now six years have passed, and I am as normal and fit as I could have imagined. My whole personality has been transformed. I love practicing the Sudarshan Kriya and the Sahaj Samadhi Meditation …my innate perception of life has since turned very positive. Earlier I was not there for me - now I am there for others."
- Abhinav Kapri
"Made me a more confident and social person"
“I am practicing [the Sudarshan Kriya] for five years now. I used to stammer a lot, but this breathing technique has a helped me to overcome the issue. It has made me a more confident and social person. It has also helped in reducing my sinus problems.”
-Prakash Porua
"Helps me chill out if I'm stressed"
"The Sudarshan Kriya helps me chill out if I'm stressed, and maintain high levels of energy. Just this morning, I woke up on the wrong side of the bed. So I really gave my kriya my all, and my outlook completely changed afterward. I'm still surprised how effective it is."
- Brooks Hassig, designer, San Francisco, CA
Frequently asked questions
While breathing happens automatically, most of us are unaware that working with the breath can give us the ability to manage our mind and emotions. In fact, every emotion you experience has a corresponding rhythm in the breath. By changing the rhythms of breath, you can change your emotions.
For example, you’ll learn the breath of peace. This technique makes, both, inhalations and exhalations long and smooth, bringing you back to a calm and relaxed mind. Another technique, we call “Yogic Coffee” will give you a boost of energy and focus (and no caffeine jitters). The centerpiece of the program, Sudarshan Kriya, uses specific rhythms of breath to take you effortlessly into a state of meditation.
You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how quickly the breath can calm the mind and how easy meditation can be.
In addition to a series of introductory breathing exercises (pranayamas), The Happiness Program features a unique breathing technique called the Sudarshan Kriya. Many people who’ve practiced other breathwork and meditation techniques have told us that the Sudarshan Kriya is the most powerful and effective tool they’ve ever learned.
It leaves you calm yet energized, focused yet relaxed, bringing more joy and happiness to your life, eliminating fatigue and negative emotions such as anger, frustration, and depression.
Over 60 independent studies have been done on the breathing exercises taught at the workshop, called SKY (Sudarshan Kriya Yoga).
Here are some of the most impressive research results:
- Up to 87.5% reduction in stress biomarker levels (serum cortisol and blood lactate)
- 33% increase in the well-being hormone prolactin from the very first session
- Relieves depression in 67-73% of participants within one month (across over a dozen studies)
- Relieves anxiety in 71% of individuals for whom medication and psychotherapy treatments had failed
- 3x more time spent in deep, restful stages of sleep
- Increased levels of antioxidant enzymes which protect us from many diseases and rapid aging
- Reduced blood pressure in both healthy and health compromised individuals
- Improved cholesterol and triglyceride profile
- Greater mental focus in regular practitioners (significantly greater EEG Beta wave activity)
See research details and references
Disclaimer: The Happiness Program is for overall well-being and rejuvenation. The above results are from research studies, many of which are based on an adaptation of The Happiness Program to special needs groups. The Happiness Program is not designed to treat or alleviate clinical symptoms. If you suspect you may have a clinical condition, consult your healthcare professional before deciding whether to enroll in our program.
Research shows physical and mental health benefits are often shown in the very first session. And results are cumulative; they grow stronger over time.
The results also seem to have a lasting effect. In one study cited by Prevention Magazine, not only did people's anxiety reduce 44%, but it lasted for 6 months. Results from studies on people with PTSD and depression also show sustained effects. See details and references here.
Experiential - Unlike many self-development programs, this program is not a lecture. The Happiness Program is experiential and interactive. You will learn and practice yoga, breathing, and meditation, enjoy engaging group processes and discussions and receive expert guidance on how to practice the breathing at home.
Effortless, yet effective - One thing that makes us unique is the effortless nature of our techniques. You don’t have to worry about fast, complicated yoga poses, strict meditation techniques, or overly intense breathing techniques.
Research-based - Over 65 independent studies conducted on four continents and published in peer-reviewed journals have demonstrated a comprehensive range of benefits from practicing the breathing exercises taught on The Art of Living Happiness Program.
The Happiness Program was designed by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, a world-renowned humanitarian leader, spiritual teacher, and ambassador of peace. His vision of a stress-free, violence-free society has united millions of people around the world through service projects and programs offered by The Art of Living.
As a spiritual teacher, Gurudev has rekindled the traditions of yoga and meditation and offered them in a form that is relevant to the 21st century. Beyond reviving ancient wisdom, Gurudev has created new techniques for personal and social transformation. These include Sudarshan Kriya, which has helped millions of people to find relief from stress and discover inner reservoirs of energy and inner silence in daily life.
As a noted humanitarian leader, Gurudev’s programs have provided assistance to people from a wide range of backgrounds – victims of natural disasters, survivors of terror attacks and war, children from marginalized populations, and communities in conflict, among others. The strength of his message has inspired a wave of service based on spirituality through a massive body of volunteers, who are driving these projects forward in critical areas around the globe.
As an ambassador of peace, Gurudev has played a key role in conflict resolution around the world, as he shares his vision of non-violence at public forums and gatherings worldwide. Regarded as a neutral figure with a sole agenda of peace, he represents hope to people in conflict. He has received particular credit for bringing opposing parties to the negotiating table in Columbia, Iraq, the Ivory Coast, Kashmir, and Bihar. Through his initiatives and speeches, Gurudev has consistently emphasized the need for reinforcing human values and recognizing that we belong to a one-world family. Fostering interfaith harmony and calling for multi-cultural education as the remedy for fanaticism are significant parts of his efforts to achieve sustainable peace on our planet.
You must be over the age of 18 to be eligible for this program. We do offer youth programs, and workshops designed for specific groups.
Some techniques in the program are not suitable for pregnant women. A suitable alternative program for pregnant women is the effortless meditation program called Sahaj Samadhi Meditation.
Persons having undergone major surgery within eight weeks of the program start date. Those with a seizure disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or schizoaffective disorders, must consult with a physician and provide a signed copy of the attached medical clearance form to enroll in The Happiness Program. For such individuals, the effortless and highly effective Sahaj Samadhi Meditation program may be a valuable alternative.
Call us at +918067612345 to speak with one of our experts about the Happiness Program and how it can benefit you in your life.
Ready to start living your life the way you've always wanted to?
Join The Art of Living Happiness Connect and develop effective skills for lasting happiness
- Discover secrets of the breath with the powerful Sudarshan Kriya and related yogic breathing techniques which reduce stress, raise energy and give you a clear, positive state of mind.
- Regain control of your mind and emotions. Develop a stress-busting attitude that gives you more perspective on life, and helps you deal more effectively with frustration, impatience and other difficult emotions.
- Get tools to last a lifetime – Get expert training in breathing techniques that can benefit you for the rest of your life, including a practice you can continue at home.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS SHARE
Helping people thrive
“I’ve learned from the program to be happy exactly where I’m at this point in time. I can feel the lightness and the shine in myself-just free and calm.”
“I’m much more optimistic about my future. I feel that I’m not alone. I feel happier, more energetic and just better all around. I just feel fulfilled.”
“The breathing techniques that I learned, particularly the [Sudarshan] Kriya. I found very calming and very relaxing and something I hope to incorporate into my daily life.”
"I’ve gone from being an angry person to becoming a happy, inspiring person.”
“Helped me heal past wounds, and become more confident in myself so that I can be a better me."
“Within three days I started experiencing a deep shift within myself from anxiousness to peace, from sadness to joy. “
"I have been looking for this for 15 years! When I practice [the techniques], I feel great no matter what has happened during the day."
"I now have an internal sense of power."
“It changed my life literally overnight."
“I’m much more optimistic about my future. I feel that I’m not alone.”
A dozen leading publications on how the Happiness Connect is changing lives
The Easy Breathing Technique That Can Lower Your Anxiety 44%
August 18, 2015
"many people reported better sleep, improved self-awareness, and even fewer PMS symptoms"
Breathing is the New Yoga! 9 Shortcuts to Calming Anxiety
August 11, 2016
Sudarshan Kriya’s engagement of the parasympathetic nervous system can rebalance brain chemistry.
An Incredible Alternative to Mindfulness You Never Heard Of
April 9, 2016
"Does meditation make you anxious or mad? Here's a science backed alternative."
Breathing Lessons
September 27, 2006
"A yoga-based technique that targets healing and stress is gaining favor"
3 Science-Backed Ways to Relieve Pain and Stress
August 7, 2017
"Calm your nervous system with the relaxation response"
How Meditation Transformed This Entrepreneur’s Approach To Work And Life
March 14, 2016
“It changed my life literally overnight.” ~Louis Gagnon, CEO of MyBrainSolutions
Emperor of Air
August 28, 2007
"Art of Living may be the fastest growing spiritual practice on the planet"
Art of Living on CNN Project Life
April 1, 2008
“Life Changing”
Take a Deep Breath
July 5, 2007
"just as emotions impact how people breathe, how they breathe can also impact their emotions"
Yogic Breathing: What are the benefits?
September 18, 2015
"not only aims to remove day-to-day stresses, but also target negative emotions you may not know are still affecting you"
Here’s Why Meditation Is So Amazing For Your Mental Health
March 2, 2016
“impressive results”
We're making this affordable for everyone.
When you join the Happiness Connect you'll not only be enrolled in a potentially life-changing 3-day in-person workshop near you, you'll also be getting training on a home practice and lifetime access to supportive weekly practice groups.
Get equipped with a comprehensive toolkit for a peaceful, happy state of mind.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Advanced breathing exercises
- Experience the Sudarshan Kriya - effectively reduces stress and takes you into a state of deep meditation.
- The power of pranayama - learn a series of breathing exercises to calm and energize your mind.
- Backed by research - 70 independent studies confirm a full range of mind-body benefits from Sudarshan Kriya, home kriya and related practices (yoga and pranayama).
- Get expert training on how to practice Sudarshan Kriya and pranayamas on your own.
Mind mastery
- Traditionally, yoga is more than a movement - it’s also an outlook on life. At the Happiness Connect, we’ll explore a profound and practical yogic thinking framework, which when understood and practiced, can act like a force-field against stress. The Sudarshan Kriya helps us remove stress; wisdom helps us not accumulate stress, to begin with.
- These aren’t just intellectual lectures - you’ll engage in interactive discussions and experiential processes based on learning theory to maximize your understanding and retention.
Yoga and meditation
- Learn easy yoga poses you can incorporate into your day for greater health, focus, and relaxation.
- Enjoy unique guided meditations and get a taste of the beauty within.
Plus, never stop growing with this special bonus:
FREE Lifetime Access to Sudarshan Kriya Practice Groups
Get access to weekly graduate-only practice groups in nearly 155 countries. Connect with a community of healthy, positive people supporting you to live your best life, and refresh the wisdom and techniques from the program.
