The Art of Living

06/25/2025

Healing Breaths, a nonprofit initiative deeply committed to supporting healthcare professionals in building inner resilience, restoring mental clarity, and navigating burnout through evidence-based breathwork and meditation programs.

Our programs are rooted in the work of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, a globally respected humanitarian and peace ambassador, and offer practical, research-backed tools that have reached thousands of physicians across the U.S.— including many right here in the Bay Area.

We are thrilled to share that Gurudev will be in San Jose this July 4–6, leading our first in-person programs in eight years. This is a rare and powerful opportunity for medical professionals to reconnect with purpose and rediscover calm in a deeply rejuvenating space.

The registration form is here. https://healingbreaths.org/gp2025/

06/24/2025

Stress Free Motherhood: A Relaxation Retreat for New and Expectant Mothers

🧘‍♀️ In this live, interactive session, gentle introduction to Sahaj Samadhi Meditation you’ll experience:
* A guided effortless meditation to relax and de-stress
* A warm supportive space with other moms and moms-to-be
* Reflection prompts to reconnect with your motherhood journey
* ⁠Wisdom from Effortless Meditation that can help with anxiety and emotional balance

No focus or prior experience needed.

📅 Sessions:
Thursday June 26, 6 PM PT
Sunday June 29, 4 PM PT

🌐 Online | RSVP: http://tiny.cc/stressfreemother

06/19/2025

Learn more.
Introductory session: 📅 Thursday June 19: 6 PM PT

🌐 Online | RSVP: http://tiny.cc/unlockmeditation

🧘‍♀️ In this live, interactive session, gentle introduction to *Sahaj Samadhi Meditation* you’ll experience:
* A deep guided effortless meditation to ease and calm the mind
* Practical tips to overcome obstacles in meditation
* Wisdom on how Sahaj Samadhi Meditation can help meditate for overall well being and clarity

No struggle, no concentration required.
Perfect for beginners and experienced meditators alike.

06/17/2025

Michael Fischman is a personal development and meditation expert, founding member and former president of the U.S. Art of Living Foundation. A former advertising executive and personal growth coach, he has been teaching meditation for 35+ years. He is the best-selling author of “Stumbling Into Infinity” and currently serves as Executive Director of the SKY Recovery Program, supporting addiction recovery through breathwork and resilience practices.

🧘‍♀️ In this live, interactive session, gentle introduction to Sahaj Samadhi Meditation you’ll experience:
* A deep guided effortless meditation to ease and calm the mind
* Practical tips to overcome obstacles in meditation
* Wisdom on how Sahaj Samadhi Meditation can help meditate for overall well being and clarity

No struggle, no concentration required.
Perfect for beginners and experienced meditators alike.

📅 Session: Thursday June 19: 6 PM PT

🌐 Online | RSVP: http://tiny.cc/unlockmeditation

06/15/2025

Discover the power of Sahaj Samadhi Meditation in this 1-hour Online Workshop by Michael Fischman, a world renowned Meditation expert.

06/12/2025

*Dr. Ajay Tejasvi, President of Shankara Inc. and a certified Art of Living meditation teacher, blends AI engineering and leadership expertise to inspire transformation. With over 15 years at the World Bank, he advised 42 governments on governance and led global teams. His lifelong commitment to the Art of Living Foundation promotes wellness, education, and sustainable communities worldwide*

This session is perfect for beginners and experienced meditators alike and is a gentle introduction to Sahaj Samadhi Meditation.

📅 Session: Sunday June 15: 4 PM PT

🌐 Online | RSVP: http://tiny.cc/EffortlessMeditationAjay

06/09/2025

*Are you struggling with constant worry that is impacting your mental health and energy?* In today’s world, uncertainty is unavoidable—but we can transform our relationship with it.
Join this LIVE, interactive online session for a gentle introduction to Sahaj Samadhi Meditation.
🧘‍♀ Experience:
✨ A deep guided meditation for instant relief from anxiety and uncertainty
✨ Insights into how meditation enhances sleep, focus, and calm confidence
✨ Practical tips for building a sustainable meditation practice—perfect for all levels
📅 Session:
Monday June 9: 6-7 PM PT
🌐 Online | RSVP: http://tiny.cc/MasteringUncertainity

06/03/2025

03/19/2025

What if happiness wasn’t some distant dream but something you could actually learn? Not some fluffy motivational speech. Not another self-help book collecting dust. A real technique that transforms how you experience life.

Imagine a global movement happening simultaneously across 190 countries. People from Tokyo to Toronto learning to breathe differently. To feel differently. To live differently.

Something extraordinary is happening. A global happiness revolution from March 21-23. Where thousands will learn a transformative breathing technique.

Join the Global Happiness Revolution Now!

You’ll get a special LIVE online session featuring Gurudev - the pioneering master who developed the incredible SKY Breath Meditation method.

Curious about experiencing more peace? More joy? More connection?

Your invitation to the Global Happiness Course with Gurudev awaits. Join us online or in-person and discover the SKY Breath Meditation technique that’s changing lives worldwide.

Tap link in bio to learn more!

03/18/2025

Join us for a special LIVE online event: World Happiness Day with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar & .

You’ll gain:

🔎Insights about The State of Happiness in 2025
☺️New tools for happiness and joy
🧘Live online meditation with Gurudev

March 20: Save your FREE spot 👉 aolf.me/WHDLivestream

03/12/2025

We want to invite you to an exciting event happening in DC with Gurudev, one of the world’s most influential spiritual leaders, in conversation with Harvard’s Arthur Brooks.

📢 Unlocking Happiness: A Special Evening with Gurudev
🎤 Moderated by Arthur Brooks
📅 March 20th | 📍 The Warner Theatre in DC

This event will be an incredible blend of wisdom, culture, and mindfulness, featuring:
✔️ A fascinating conversation on happiness & well-being
✔️ A live guided meditation experience
✔️ A unique opportunity to be part of a transformational evening
Would love for you to join!

🎟️ Get tickets @ aolf.me/UHDC

03/05/2025

There’s a new program to help you sleep better, drop anxiety, and feel even more rested.

Why is it that cats sleep 16 hours a day while we humans toss and turn all night?

Here’s the kicker - your body actually wants to sleep. But your nervous system is like that one friend who won’t stay quiet during a movie. Always chattering, always on high alert.

And it’s not your fault. Modern life has our nervous systems more wound up than a caffeinated squirrel on a sugar rush.

You may have tried many things. The fancy sleep apps. The melatonin gummies that taste like sadness. Maybe even counting sheep.

But here’s what nobody tells you: good sleep isn’t just about “relaxing” or a band-aid approach. It’s about addressing the root issue by retraining your nervous system from “fight or flight” to “rest and digest.”

Think of your nervous system like an overprotective helicopter parent. It means well, but sometimes it just needs to deep rest.

The real magic happens when you learn to speak your nervous system’s language. And that language?

That’s what we go into in this NEW program called the Sleep & Anxiety Protocol, and it’s helping people sleep better than a cat in a sunbeam.

Tap here to learn more aolf.me/sleep

03/04/2025

There’s a new program to help you sleep better, drop anxiety, and feel even more rested.

Why is it that cats sleep 16 hours a day while we humans toss and turn all night?

Here’s the kicker - your body actually wants to sleep. But your nervous system is like that one friend who won’t stay quiet during a movie. Always chattering, always on high alert.

And it’s not your fault. Modern life has our nervous systems more wound up than a caffeinated squirrel on a sugar rush.

You may have tried many things. The fancy sleep apps. The melatonin gummies that taste like sadness. Maybe even counting sheep.

But here’s what nobody tells you: good sleep isn’t just about “relaxing” or a band-aid approach. It’s about addressing the root issue by retraining your nervous system from “fight or flight” to “rest and digest.”

Think of your nervous system like an overprotective helicopter parent. It means well, but sometimes it just needs to deep rest.

The real magic happens when you learn to speak your nervous system’s language. And that language?

That’s what we go into in this NEW program called the Sleep & Anxiety Protocol, and it’s helping people sleep better than a cat in a sunbeam.

Use the QR code above to learn more!

03/03/2025

What if happiness wasn’t some distant dream but something you could actually learn? Not some fluffy motivational speech. Not another self-help book collecting dust. A real technique that transforms how you experience life.

Imagine a global movement happening simultaneously across 190 countries. People from Tokyo to Toronto learning to breathe differently. To feel differently. To live differently.

Something extraordinary is happening. A global happiness revolution from March 21-23. Where thousands will learn a transformative breathing technique.

Join the Global Happiness Revolution Now!

You’ll get a special LIVE online session featuring Gurudev - the pioneering master who developed the incredible SKY Breath Meditation method.

Curious about experiencing more peace? More joy? More connection?

Your invitation to the Global Happiness Course with Gurudev awaits. Join us online or in-person and discover the SKY Breath Meditation technique that’s changing lives worldwide.

Learn more 👉 https://event.us.artofliving.org/us-en/lp1/global-happiness-course-with-gurudev/

01/31/2025

The Wellbeing Collective, an officially recognized student organization at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and the HGSE Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion recently hosted 2 SKY Campus Happiness Retreats at Harvard University!

80+ students experienced the powerful SKY Breath technique cognized by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, including students from , , , , , and .

The retreats were led by Harvard Medical School Associate Professor Jagpreet Chhatwal (), Stephanie Rand ( rand), Harvard Postdoctoral Fellow Vaibhav Tripathi (), Gayatri Mani (), Zaffar Khan (), and Harvard Masters student Darsh Golechha ().

01/28/2025

Your whole body is made up of atoms.

01/23/2025

Death brings you in touch with the reality of life!

01/22/2025

**Yoga & Meditation**
When: Every Wed & Thu from 6-7pm Where: Mangini School, Folsom Ranch

Limited spots available, early bird take the spot. 😇
RSVP: Tiny.cc/yogismeditate

In this free session, you will learn how to use your breath to stretch better, improve sleep, release stress, and build immunity. We will end the session with guided meditation. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and learn about SKY Breathwork Meditation.
You will be guided step-by-step by a certified Breath & Meditation Trainer.

SKY Breath Meditation is reported to be a fundamental tool for maintaining and improving mental health by the Harvard Medical School and International Journal of Yoga. This science-backed breath-meditation technique quickly calms anxiety, releases stress, reduces cortisol and boosts immunity.

01/15/2025

Learning is a part of life, but unlearning should also be a part of life!

01/09/2025

New Year, New Possibilities!

Start 2025 by sharing the practice that changed your life. Refer a friend to Art of Living and help them begin their journey of transformation.

When you refer a friend to the Art of Living Part 1 Course, you’re not just sharing a meditation technique – you’re offering a life-changing tool for happiness and well-being.

The science behind SKY is remarkable. Our research shows incredible improvements in participants’ lives:

21% increase in life satisfaction
57% reduction in stress levels
33% boost in immunity
31% improvement in sleep quality

By referring friends and family, you’ll help them discover inner peace and experience the transformative benefits of our programs. It’s a wonderful opportunity to spread positivity and support personal growth together.

Your unique referral link awaits: https://referrals.us.artofliving.org/x/SAMPLE

Spread happiness. Transform lives. Start referring today.

09/15/2024

On this International Day of Peace, we invite you to join us in a journey of inner calm and unity through meditation and breath work.

08/26/2024

Take a step towards mastering your mind with our complimentary session. Immerse yourself in a guided breathing exercise and meditation, designed to help you regain control and find inner peace.

Also get an intro about SKY practice, one of the most powerful and scientifically researched breathing techniques available.

RSVP: http://tiny.cc/bbreath1