In recent times, the breathing techniques of Himalayan rishis, or holy men, have been introduced to the contemporary world, through the efforts of the Art of Living Foundation. The years they spent cultivating their breath, and the complete mastery they obtained over it, is supposed to be the main reason behind the awesome prowess of these masters. From the 1960s, such Himalayan holy men were very much part of the allure of India for spiritual seekers from the West.
Sri Sri Ravishankar, the spiritual head of the Art of Living Foundation, has brought the focus of the world back to breathing through the Sudarshan Kriya, a core component of the Art of Living course that is a form of rhythmic breathing that rids the body of toxins and enables mind-body-heart balance.
If the Art of Living evidence is taken into account, then breathing is as much a part of our spiritual growth as it is of our physical well-being.
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