The Art of Living Foundation is a non-profit, educational and charitable organisation that operates in more than 140 countries and is dedicated to serving society by strengthening the individual.
Their self-development programs offer techniques that eliminate stress, calm the mind, improve health, expand awareness, resolve conflict and encourage people from all backgrounds, religions and cultures to come together in celebration and service.
As the largest volunteer based NGO in the world with a wide range of social, cultural and spiritual activities, the Foundation has reached out to over 20 million people from all walks of life.
In Africa, the Foundation operates in Botswana, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
The Art of Living Foundation works in special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations and has accredited representatives at the United Nations in New York, Geneva and Vienna.
If given the means to see clearly, people have the vision to do something positive in their own lives and their communities. They also have the energy to translate their vision into action.
Breath Water Sound (BWS) is a free workshop by Art of Living, that teaches simple yet powerful breathing, sound and meditation techniques which eliminate stress from the system so that the mind gains the clarity to solve problems. Most importantly, the course reminds communities of the power each individual has within, to make a difference and to be the change that they wish to see.
” The course is a truely unbelievable experience made up of many
touching memories. It had never occured to me how powerful my breathing is. All in all what i got out of this course surpassed my initial expectations by miles.” BWS Participant.
The course gave me much more than I expected. I was able to feel free and relaxed. I was able to find some peace where I had none. I had a feeling of peace, greater awareness, and relaxation: something I didn’t think I would feel again.”
~ Anonymous woman, Whitney Bank
“It’s hard to explain because I got so much out of it. I just feel joy… peace!!”
~ Missy, Gallery Manager
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