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1. FAQ

   Q: What are the goals of the Art of Living Foundation? A stress-free and violence-free society; to encourage people from all backgrounds, religions, and cultural traditions to come together in celebration, meditation and service. To achieve these goals, w ...

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2. Frequently Asked Questions about the Art of Living Foundation

     Q:: In your websites you speak about 'spiritual' values. Doesn't that mean The Art of Living is a religious organization? No, the Art of Living is not a religious organization. By 'spiritual values' we mean universal human value ...

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3. FAQ32

   FAQ question:  Is the ashram wheelchair accessible? FAQ answer:  There is ramp access to Vishalakshi Mantap, Canteen and Yagnashala, however that being said, there are still steps to the accommodations, to get inside Vishalakshi Mantap, etc. Please contac ...

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4. FAQ23

   FAQ question:  Are there any rules and customs in the Ashram or on the program that I should be aware of? FAQ answer:  Please wear clothing that covers your shoulders and ankles. Hot water for bathing is available from 4-6 am. If you have a button to turn ...

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5. FAQ17

   FAQ question:  What is the significance of the breath? Why is it so important? FAQ answer:  Breathing is normally an unconscious process. The breath is the link between the body, mind and spirit. When the mind is free of fear, guilt and anger, and is more ...

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6. FAQ16

   FAQ question:  What is a satsang? I noticed The Art of Living organizes events called satsangs where there is a lot of singing and dancing, like a party. It looks like a lot of fun, but what has that to do with stress relief or promoting human values? FAQ ...

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7. FAQ15

   FAQ question:  How long has the Art of Living Part I course been taught? FAQ answer:  Since the early 1980's. Since then millions of people from different backgrounds, religions and cultures have done the course globally. ...

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8. FAQ14

   FAQ question:  Is it a self development program or something spiritual? FAQ answer:  It's both! The basis of spirituality is simply knowing ourselves better. You will find that the Art of Living Course releases layers of stress without effort. You wi ...

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9. FAQ13

   Where do the techniques come from? India? Yoga? Many of the techniques used in our programs are indeed based on yoga, and it is also true to say that ‘the East’ in general has a long tradition of ways of dealing with stress. You might say that eastern cul ...

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10. FAQ12

    So, can anyone take part in a program? Yes! The courses are open to people of all ages, backgrounds, cultures and traditions from across the world. They do not conflict with any person’s existing religious or spiritual practices. "We identify ourselv ...

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