Science of Breath
An experiential breathing-meditation workshop explaining the health and stress-management benefits of Sudarshan Kriya - a powerful yogic breathing technique.
Stress, anxiety and depression are known to be significant factors in the onset and progression of a wide spectrum of illnesses ranging from cancer and HIV-1 infection, to asthma and cardiovascular disease.
Sudarshan Kriya and related breathing practices taught on the Art of Living Course and enjoyed by over 2 million people worldwide. The technique is known to eliminate chronic stress and positively affect related medical conditions.
Medical research has shown that Sudarshan Kriya and its accompanying practices significantly:
• Reduce levels of stress (reduce “Cortisol” – the stress hormone)
• Reduce cholesterol
• Relieve anxiety and depression (mild, moderate and severe)
• Increase anti oxidant protection
• Enhance brain function (increased mental focus and recovery from stressful stimuli)
• Enhance health and well-being
Come and find out the beneficial effects on a range of illnesses/diseases including depression, dysthymia, multiple sclerosis and cancer.
Participants will go through an experiential breathing-meditation session.