The
International Association for Human Values (IAHV) is a
non-profit
educational & humanitarian NGO, active in over 145
countries. It is dedicated to creating peace and fostering
human values within the global community, seeking to achieve
this by first strengthening the individual.
Our innovative
programs eliminate stress, create a sense of belonging,
restore human values, and encourage people from all
backgrounds, religions, and cultural traditions to come
together in celebration and service.
As a Non-Governmental
Organization (NGO), the International Association for
Human Values works in special consultative status with
the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations,
participating in a variety of committees and activities
relating to health, education, sustainable development,
conflict resolution and disaster
relief efforts.
The organization
has developed at an exceptional rate. Officially regarded
as the fastest growing NGO by the United Nations, the
Foundation is also the largest volunteer based organization
in the world. In just 25 years, 20 million people have
benefited from its programs which are conducted in over
145 countries across the globe.
IAHV prides
itself on making sure that every contribution reaches
its target. It has kept its operating costs to just
3% by being an entirely volunteer, member based organization.
The cornerstone
of the many IAHV courses is the unique technique taught
on the Art of Living Course, the
Sudarshan Kriya®.
Developed by His Holiness, the Sudarshan Kriya is a
special breathing technique which triggers the mind
and body to release stress. This powerful practice has
a profound effect on the mind, body and spirit.
The
breath is the key link between the mind, body, and emotions.
Attention to the rhythms of the breath and their effect
on health was part of the ancient knowledge of the art
of living.
The key
to understanding the enormous health
benefits of the Sudarshan Kriya and related breathing
practices lies in understanding the relationship between
the breath, the mind, the emotions, and the body. By
learning a special pattern of breathing, one can rid
the system of accumulated stress and toxins, as well
as release negative emotions and rejuvenate the body.
Recent
medical
research has confirmed the beneficial effects of
the Sudarshan Kriya (and its related practices) taught
in Art of Living courses.
"We
need to do a cleansing process within ourselves. In
sleep we get rid of fatigue, but the deeper stresses
remain in our body. Sudarshan Kriya cleanses the system
from the inside. The breath has a great secret to offer."
- Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
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