Most of us are caught in the mind either in the past, glorifying it or angry about something or someone, or in the future, anxious and stressed. It’s about coming back repeatedly to our true nature. Meditation and breathwork strengthen our sense of self. Remember that situations may change for people, but emotions are basically the same.Īccording to Vedic philosophy, there are seven layers to our existence: body, mind, breath, intellect, memory, ego, or the separate ‘I,' and self, the connected ‘witness.' Feelings of peace and calm increase a sense of belonging, while stress, anxiety, and fear decrease our feeling of belonging. Each of us is responsible for whether we are open to a sense of belonging with others or not. One of the general principles the teacher shared with us is that a sense of belonging comes from within us. Most of the teachers are volunteers, and Art of Living works with many underserved populations, from prisoners to at-risk youth, teaching this meditation practice free of charge.Īlthough Art of Living It is not affiliated with any religion, the course not only taught a series of specific breathing techniques accompanied by arm movements or kriyas, but it also touched on some basic Vedic or Hindu tenets. Ravi says his goal is to put a smile on everyone's face. If you're interested, go to Art Of for more info about this course.Īrt of Living is an educational, humanitarian nonprofit organization that Sri Sri Ravi Shankar started around 50 years ago. James Nestor opens his book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art with his experience using this meditation. Sudarshan Kriya is a researched-proven meditation and breathwork practice.
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Several weeks ago, I took a three-night Zoom course learning how to do Sudarshan Kriya. Hi, I'm Liz Moser, a Mayo Clinic and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach.