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    Art of Living:
    Pioneers in Breathwork and Meditation

     

    The Art of Living is one of the world’s largest non-profit organisations, founded in 1981 by globally renowned spiritual teacher and humanitarian Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. For over 40 years, the organisation has been at the forefront of teaching breathwork, meditation and practical wisdom, empowering millions across the globe to lead healthier, more peaceful lives.

    Rooted in ancient tradition and supported by modern science, its programmes focus on stress reduction, mental wellbeing and inner transformation, helping individuals and communities thrive in today’s fast-paced world.

     

    Mission and Vision
     

    The foundation's mission is to create a happier, stress-free world by providing tools for personal transformation. The vision is to foster a global community that seeks positive change and wellbeing for all individuals.

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    “The Art of Living is more of a principle, a philosophy of living life to its fullest. It is more a movement than an organisation. Its core value is to find peace within oneself and to unite people in our society - of different cultures, traditions, religions, nationalities; and thus reminding us all that we have one goal to uplift human life everywhere.”

    ~ Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

    THE ART OF LIVING

    Our Reach in Numbers

    44 years

    of service

    180 countries

    in over 10,000 cities

    40,000+

    instructors

    800m+

    people reached

    The Sudarshan Kriya™ (SKY)

    THE EXCLUSIVE TECHNIQUE OF THE ART OF LIVING

    The Sudarshan Kriya™ (SKY), is a powerful breathing technique created by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. More than 100 scientific studies have proven its benefits in eliminating stress, reversing insomnia, increasing energy, and strengthening the immune system.

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    Art of Living Courses


    The Art of Living provides self-development courses and tools to reduce stress and promote inner peace, happiness and wellbeing for people of all ages. Through breathing techniques, meditation, yoga, and practical wisdom, its programmes have transformed lives worldwide.

    The Art of Living’s multifaceted programmes act as a catalyst for positive change, equipping individuals with the necessary tools to craft a life filled with peace, happiness and purpose.

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    “Art of Living is to live life with wisdom and with a broad vision. The Art of Living is to create a violence-free society, disease-free body, confusion-free mind, inhibition-free intellect, trauma-free memory and a sorrow-free soul.”  

    ~ GURUDEV SRI SRI RAVI SHANKAR

    We are backed by over 100 scientific studies and covered in top media publications

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    Service Initiatives


    Working in collaboration with its partner organisation the International Association for Human Values (IAHV), the Art of Living has successfully implemented numerous humanitarian projects and service initiatives including conflict resolution programmes, disaster relief, sustainable rural development, empowerment of women, prisoner rehabilitation, education for all, and environmental sustainability.

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    Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar featured in Time Magazine

    Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar featured in Time Magazine article

    Support Art of Living


    If you would like to support Art of Living’s efforts to continue its work towards creating a violence free and stress free society, please feel free to donate below.

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