Monday, August 24, 2009

Maheshgiriji, Art of Living teacher, On the popularity of Art of Living




What is enlightenment all about?


Enlightenment is that state of being when no circumstances affect you or make your smile disappear. It is using intelligence in the right manner and expressing it in the right way. It's a journey from the atma to the parmatma.

What is it that is drawing so many people to this course?

The zest for life, the encompassing of opposites, to move beyond duality to wholeness is what is drawing the crowds.

How does Sudarshan Kriya aid better living?

This unique breathing practice in Sudarshan Kriya is a potent energiser. Every cell becomes fully oxygenated and flooded with new life. Negative emotions stored as toxins in the body are flushed out. Tensions, frustrations and anger get released. Anxiety, depression and lethargy are washed away. One is left calm and centred with a clearer vision of the world and oneself. And when we feel good about ourselves, love flows naturally in all our relationships with others.

How does it help in curing diseases?

Research has indicated that the Sudarshan Kriya aids in curing many diseases. Negative toxins are flushed out and each cell is flooded with new life to energise the body and mind. It releases neuropeptides, which influence the immune system positively and hence, the whole physiology. With Sudarshan Kriya, significant improvement was found in the patient's mobility, endurance levels and lung capacity while anxiety levels came down.

What is most needed by today's youth?

Today's youth require the right disha. They only need the guidance. The Art of Living course can help in providing that right path.

What's your message to our readers?

Respect all religions. Spirituality is taking responsibility for all the people in the world.