The Guru of Joy: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and the Art of Living (Paperback) by FranCois Gautier

As you may be aware, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar founded the Art of Living Foundation.  He is able to bring together his extensive training in ancient Vedic teachings and modern science in a way that serves the needs of contemporary people. While many feel that it is impossible to reconcile the differences between the ways of ancient people and modern knowledge, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar provides refreshing proof of the contrary.   Regardless of your background, ancestral traditions, or religious belief, you can join together with millions of other people in service and celebration of humanity.  His ashram is a true testament of what people can do when they are unified for the cause of wellness and all the best that the universe has to offer.

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Anyone that wants to know more about Sri Sri Ravi Shankar should read Francois Gautier's book, The Guru of Joy.  Gautier's long standing interest and respect for India's traditions are well expressed in his spiritual book.  If you want to live a more purposeful life, as well as one filled with joy, you will find many things of value in this book.

A Few Thoughts About Peace

Many people looking for peace are often surprised to find so many disagreements on what it means.  For example, a “peacemaker” can easily refer to a gun used to murder innocent children. “Peacemaker can also be used to describe a person that steps into a fray in order to reconcile opposing parties without  using violence, intimidation, and general lack of respect for humanity.

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 Unfortunately, many people claiming to work or meditate for the benefit of world peace inevitably produce results similar to the violent definition of peace rather than the one that serves the true well being of humanity.  That said, very few people have worked as hard as His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar when it comes o creating peace without the use of violence.  This is just one of many reasons why he was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2005.

Are you searching for peace of mind?  Today, that state of being seems as elusive as leprechauns and unicorns.  No matter how hard you may try, modern social standards, taxes, violence, and greed exact an enormous toll on every single human being.  Ultimately, the scourge of contemporary living creates everything from disease and war to suicide, psychological disorders, and problems in the workplace.

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If you are looking to break through the illusion and nightmare of modern society, then you should make it a point to take the Art of Living Course that was created by His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.  Aside from helping restore peace of mind, you will have an opportunity to learn how to awaken others to the same need for reform and restructuring.  As you learn how to breathe properly, use sounds to relax your mind, and use other fundamental techniques to reduce stress, you will develop clarity and strength effortlessly.  Once your mind is calm and healthy, there is no question that your body will follow the same path to good health and abundant energy levels.