It generates a feeling of wellbeing and happiness, and forms the core of the flagship “Happiness Program” offered by the Art of Living. SK elevates the Prana levels in the body making one feel healthy and alert, along with removing toxins. As a whole, Sudarshan Kriya means ‘proper vision by purifying action.’ This technique mainly works through the breath which is the main source of Prana – the life force. ‘Kriya’ in yogic science means to purify the body. ‘Su’ means proper, and ‘darshan’ means vision. Sudarshan Kriya Yoga (SKY) is a breathing technique introduced by Poojya Guruji Sri Sri Ravishankar, Founder of Ved Vignan Maha Vidya Peeth, Bangalore. It helps the mind become calm, focussed and energised, bringing harmony in our life and relationships. SK has been proven to provide relief from depression eliminate stress, fatigue and negative emotions. These rhythms become aligned with the rhythms of nature. It benefits an individual and, as a whole, benefits society. Sudarshan Kriya is a “simple rhythmic breathing technique that incorporates specific natural rhythms of the breath, harmonizing the body, mind and emotions”. Sudarshan Kriya involves slow and rhythmic breathing that works on nerves of the body, improves the immune system, and aids with psychological problems. They have embraced Sudarshan Kriya combined with meditation to find a deeper sense of meaning and fulfillment in their lives. He has pioneered in developing a very unique style of breathing technique called the Sudarshan Kriya (SK), which has had a life changing impact on millions of people around the world. Sudarshan Kriya is a rhythmic breathing and relaxation technique helpful in improving cellular oxygen uptake and in turn glucose metabolism in diabetes Sudarshan Kriya yoga also includes adhering to ‘satvic’ diet which is essentially fresh food: fruits and vegetables. The Art of Living is a non-profit organisation founded by His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar fondly known as ‘Gurudev’ amongst his followers.