The Art of Living

The Art of Living The Art of Living has taught meditation and stress-management to 35 million people across 180 countries under guidance of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravishankar.

The Art of Living offers stress-elimination programs which include breathing techniques, meditation and yoga. These programs have helped millions around the world to overcome stress, depression and violent tendencies.

What an evening! Over 2000 Vancouverites took the journey within with Gurudev at Vancouver Convention Centre.The energy ...
10/20/2025

What an evening! Over 2000 Vancouverites took the journey within with Gurudev at Vancouver Convention Centre.

The energy was palpable, everyone felt the positivity, community, wow’d to be deep in meditation and felt the love.

Let us be the light and spread positivity in Vancouver.

Are you ready Edmonton and Vancouver ?After listening to Calgarians rave about the journey within event with Gurudev, yo...
10/15/2025

Are you ready Edmonton and Vancouver ?

After listening to Calgarians rave about the journey within event with Gurudev, you cannot take a chance. ❤️

Shout out to our national media sponsor

10/15/2025

After creating waves of happiness, joy and peace, you are next!

and then last stop is Vancouver!

Have you bought your tickets yet? What are you most excited about ?

10/12/2025

Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver are getting ready for the Journey Within with Gurudev!

Are you excited ?

10/10/2025

Gurudev begins cross-canada tour, first stop is our beautiful retreat centre in Quebec.

You can feel the uplifting energy as he step foot in Canada. Welcome Gurudev!

Gurudev shares “Life is a combination of happiness and pain. Pain is inevitable but suffering remains optional. Having a...
10/10/2025

Gurudev shares “Life is a combination of happiness and pain. Pain is inevitable but suffering remains optional. Having a broad perspective on life gives you the strength to move forward through painful times.

Know that you are very much needed in this world. With all its infinite possibilities, this life is a gift for it can become a fountain of joy and happiness not just for oneself but for many others as well”.

10/05/2025

Only 10 days to go for Journey Within with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar! 🌿

Get ready to dive deep into meditation, wisdom, and bliss in Calgary, Edmonton & Vancouver.
Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime experience of peace and transformation.

09/28/2025

In this chaotic world, Gurudev brings peace, joy to many around the globe ~ Marcy Jackson, teacher and breathwork expert with The Art of Living.

Limited seats only!

You can meditate and still get angry.⁠Practise yoga and still love a night out.⁠Eat clean… and still want chips sometime...
09/23/2025

You can meditate and still get angry.⁠
Practise yoga and still love a night out.⁠
Eat clean… and still want chips sometimes.⁠
It’s not about being perfect.⁠
It’s about being natural.⁠
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As Gurudev says:⁠
“Leave a little room for imperfection.⁠
This acceptance allows you to be more patient, more calm,⁠
and ensures that you at least maintain the inner perfection.”⁠
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✨ Wellness isn’t performance. It’s mental peace.⁠
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🧘 Ready to go deeper into a path that embraces your wholeness?⁠

Attend the journey within, comment JOURNEY WITHIN and we will send you the details.

09/15/2025

We are all part of a one world family. We are different but we are part of one human race.
You can be a Christian, Jewish, Muslim, you can follow whatever is your religion, that’s okay, but apart from that, there is something that can help you to become peaceful, graceful and happy from deep within. We need to celebrate diversity. We need to honor all the cultures and every language of the world.

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Share this reel with the world - because they all are your family!

09/12/2025

✨ Want to experience a calmer mind and deeper peace? 🌿
Here are 3 simple steps to go deep in meditation 🧘‍♀️ that anyone can follow! Whether you’re a beginner or have been practicing for years, these tips will help you relax, focus, and connect within. 💫

🌸 Nothing better than experiencing deep meditation with Gurudev during his Canadian Tour this October 🇨🇦✨

🌸 Try them today and see how effortless meditation can be!
💭 Share this with a friend who needs some peace of mind.

09/08/2025

🧘‍♀️ We love to meditate… and here’s why! 🇨🇦
Whether it’s for peace of mind, clarity, or simply a break from the chaos — meditation gives us so much more than just stillness.

and you know what? It is easy to meditate.. with the right teacher!!

✨ Why do YOU love to meditate? Drop a comment below and share your thoughts with our mindful community. 🌿👇

This August, join Swami Sadyojathah for a series of transformative experiences across BC:✨ Sanyam – one of the most adva...
08/04/2025

This August, join Swami Sadyojathah for a series of transformative experiences across BC:

✨ Sanyam – one of the most advanced meditation programs, guiding you into the subtler levels of the mind.
Aug 13-17 in Vancouver
Prerequisites: 1 Silence & 1 Sahaj
Last 10 spots left

🕉️ Rudraabhishekam – a powerful Vedic ceremony to transform negativity into peace.
Aug 17, Croatian Centre Vancouver
Free to attend, Sankalpa (sitting with an intention) option available

🌙 An Evening of Wisdom in Courtenay – unlock the secrets of inner peace and clarity.
Aug 24, Courtenay

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to dive deep within.

🗓️ Save the Date: October 18, 2025 | VancouverJoin us for a rare, uplifting evening with world-renowned spiritual leader...
07/24/2025

🗓️ Save the Date: October 18, 2025 | Vancouver

Join us for a rare, uplifting evening with world-renowned spiritual leader and humanitarian Sri Sri Ravi Shankar as the city turns inward.

This fall, cradled by ocean and mountains, take a moment to pause and look within.

🧘 Drop a “🕊️” in the comments if your soul feels the call
📲 Tag someone who’s ready for a powerful shift
🔗 Click the link in our bio to stay first in line for event details

Gurudev ~ Yoga is skill in action!International Yoda Day celebrations in BC, right from Kelowna to Downtown Vancouver, a...
06/30/2025

Gurudev ~ Yoga is skill in action!

International Yoda Day celebrations in BC, right from Kelowna to Downtown Vancouver, and Island.

Many participants experienced calmness and explored the real gifts of Yoga.

The Art of Living’s Sahaj Samadhi Meditation is one such way to experience balance, calm and inner peace. It harnesses t...
06/03/2025

The Art of Living’s Sahaj Samadhi Meditation is one such way to experience balance, calm and inner peace. It harnesses the ancient power of sound vibrations, known as mantras, to help you cut through mental clutter and meditate effortlessly at your convenience, anywhere, for a lifetime. As you practice, you’ll experience more joy, clarity, focus, and creativity.⁠
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This June, you can be part of a powerful Global Sahaj Samadhi Course with
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When? - June 6th to 8th ⁠
Where? - Online and in person options across Canada
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How can you sign up? - Go to the link in our bio or send us a DM!

completed an incredible 6 days in BC!On • Shakti Kriya in Victoria, BC • Music, Meditation, Wisdom at • First ever Ru...
05/16/2025

completed an incredible 6 days in BC!

On
• Shakti Kriya in Victoria, BC
• Music, Meditation, Wisdom at
• First ever Rudrabhishekam on Vancouver Island (Duncan, BC)

In Vancouver
• Rudrabhishekam with 175+ attendees
• Music, Meditation and Wisdom
• A hike with aspiring teachers, volunteers and youth from the Tri-Cities area
• Leading from Within – Ancient Tools for Modern Leaders, a quiet yet impactful gathering where community leaders from diverse backgrounds came together to experience a moment of stillness and reflection with Swamiji.⁠
• A beautiful evening scenic walk with Swamiji that included music, an intimate gathering that left many feeling uplifted⁠

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Our planet, our responsibility. 🌍💚⁠⁠“One must be sensitive to one’s environment and our planet Earth. It’s a mindset. Th...
04/22/2025

Our planet, our responsibility. 🌍💚⁠
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“One must be sensitive to one’s environment and our planet Earth. It’s a mindset. The greed of a few is steadily eroding our planet’s diversity. We need to protect the Earth from harmful chemicals and conserve its rich flora and fauna.” – 🌿✨⁠
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Check out Art of Living’s global environmental impact and see how we can make a difference together. 🌱⁠
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Save the Dates – Swamiji’s Visit to B.C.!Swamiji will be visiting Vancouver Island and Vancouver this May—just 3 weeks f...
04/16/2025

Save the Dates – Swamiji’s Visit to B.C.!

Swamiji will be visiting Vancouver Island and Vancouver this May—just 3 weeks from now! We’re planning some special programs, satsangs, and celebrations.

Mark your calendars!

May 10–11: Shakti Kriya - Vancouver Island
May 11 (Evening): Satsang, Meditation & Rudra Abhishek – Vancouver Island
May 12 (Evening): Satsang, Meditation & Rudra Abhishek – Vancouver
May 13 (Evening): 2nd Annual Bhakti Day, wisdom, meditation and Birthday Celebrations of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar – New Westminster

Stay tuned for more details!

Deep Sleep & Anxiety Relief ProtocolThe Deep Sleep & Anxiety Relief is your holistic pathway to better sleep and less an...
04/08/2025

Deep Sleep & Anxiety Relief Protocol
The Deep Sleep & Anxiety Relief is your holistic pathway to better sleep and less anxiety. Through breathwork and Ayurvedic wisdom, you'll learn to activet Vagus Nerve.

In just 3 days you can:
• Learn effective biohacks to improve your sleep
• Wake up naturally, refreshed, & energized
• Tap into your breath’s full potential

Register now: https://www.artofliving.org/ca-en/sleep-anxiety-protocol

While people across globe are celebrating World Health Day, founder of Art of Living Foundation, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, h...
04/07/2025

While people across globe are celebrating World Health Day, founder of Art of Living Foundation, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, has explained the true meaning of being healthy and shared some tips in this regard.
Gurudev shares, Health is being physically strong, mentally calm and steady, and emotionally soft inside. One is not healthy when he or she feels rough inside. When the mind is stiff or the mind is in judgement, it is not in good health. When the emotions are rough, one is not emotionally healthy. Health is that flow from the innermost to the outer, and vice-versa, from the outer to the inner.

This World Sleep Day, learn effective biohacks to improve your sleep and reduce anxiety. This isn’t just another meditat...
03/14/2025

This World Sleep Day, learn effective biohacks to improve your sleep and reduce anxiety.

This isn’t just another meditation program. It’s a game-changing practice to improve the quality of your sleep, designed by Gurudev.

This program will help you sleep better than a cat in a sunbeam. And that’s saying something.

Join us from March 14-16
Available online only!

Register: Link in bio.



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Happy Lunar New Year! 🐍 It is year of Snake, if you ask what snake represents? The snake represents alertness because wh...
01/29/2025

Happy Lunar New Year! 🐍

It is year of Snake, if you ask what snake represents? The snake represents alertness because when there’s a little sound, a snake immediately responds. Consciousness is wakeful. Even kundalini is said to have the serpent power. When it’s said that kundalini, or the life force energy, is like a snake, that’s a symbol. There’s no snake going upwards inside your spine. In yoga, you’ll find kundalini power awakened. Rising energy and awake alertness are always symbolized by the snake.

✨ This year, we’re wishing you connection, fresh beginnings, and prosperity from the Art of Living BC. 🌙 Whether you’re sharing a family meal, reflecting on new intentions, or welcoming abundance, may this year bring joy and harmony to your journey.

What’s your favorite Lunar New Year custom? Share with us in the comments!

Just a few of the ways Sudrashan Kriya can transform your life! ⁠If you’ve already learned Sudarshan Kriya, share your e...
01/22/2025

Just a few of the ways Sudrashan Kriya can transform your life! ⁠
If you’ve already learned Sudarshan Kriya, share your experience in the comments ⁠
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😊 Want to learn? ⁠
Check out our upcoming Art of Living Part 1 Course dates in link in Bio! ⁠
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We Serve Society by Strengthening the Individual

"The Art of Living is more of a principle, a philosophy of living life to its fullest. It is more a movement than an organization. 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."

Art of Living: An Overview

Operating in 154 countries, The Art of Living Foundation (AOLF) is a non-profit, educational and humanitarian organization founded in 1981 by the world-renowned humanitarian and spiritual teacher Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. All of AOLF’s programs are guided by Sri Sri’s philosophy: “Unless we have a stress-free mind and a violence-free society, we cannot achieve world peace.”The AOLF community is diverse and attracts people from all walks of life backgrounds and religious orientations.