Happiness Program | The Art of Living Foundation

Science of Breath

Tried meditation, but frustrated with your mind wandering? The central technique of the Happiness Program program, Sudarshan Kriya™ (SKY), is a simple yet powerful breathing technique that effortlessly draws you into a deep state of meditation.
Over 60 independent studies conducted on four continents and published in peer reviewed journals, have demonstrated a comprehensive range of benefits from SKY practice.

Independent research has shown Sudarshan Kriya significantly:

Reduces levels of stress
Increases optimism
Improves emotion regulation
Enhances well-being and peace of mind

Significant Health Benefits

Scientifically documented and published in peer reviewed journals

Additional Peer-Reviewed Benefits:

Relieves depression in 67-73% of participants within one month (across over a dozen studies) ^{[2, 4, 8-14]}
Reduces anxiety in 71% individuals for whom medication and psychotherapy treatments had failed ^[1]
3x more time spent in deep restful stages of sleep. ^[21]
Increased levels of antioxidant enzymes which protect us from many diseases and rapid aging ^{[6, 23, 27]}
Reduced blood pressure in both healthy and health compromised individuals ^{[25, 30]}
Improved cholesterol and triglyceride profile: ^{[24] [6, 28]}

All Research Results and References >

PLEASE NOTE: The Happiness Program is for relaxation and rejuvenation.
It is not intended to treat, diagnose or cure any condition.