INDIVIDUAL IMPACT
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BREAKING FREE FROM ADDICTION A DRUG-FREE MOVEMENT
Substance use disorders are often symptoms of emotional pain, trauma, and chronic stress, yet conventional interventions typically focus on physical dependency alone. There is a critical need for holistic approaches that address the emotional and social roots of addiction while supporting long-term recovery and reintegration.
The Art of Living treats addiction not as a flaw, but as a whole-person challenge that includes physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Rooted in breathwork and community support, programs address the human need for belonging and inner stability, empowering individuals not just to stay substance-free, but to reclaim their lives.
327,050 + reached through drug-free campaigns
I sincerely appreciate the e orts of Gurudev and the Art of Living towards a drug-free India. I have observed how this movement has struck a chord with people from all walks of life , including entertainment and sports , and how people have supported it on social media in large numbers. NARENDRA MODI, Hon. Prime Minister of India
25,000 + individuals in 80 villages across Punjab participated in addiction recovery programs
5,500 + youth to lead addiction recovery initiatives
We need to strengthen the youth and whatever weakens this strength, like drugs, needs to be blocked. GURUDEV
3,000 + people supported through de-addiction centers
A 2013 study found that among cancer patients with tobacco addiction, 21% of those who practiced Sudarshan Kriya for six months successfully controlled their tobacco addiction Source: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3573542
1,000 + schools across 4 Indian states engaged in drug prevention workshops
45 YEARS OF IMPACT - ART OF LIVING
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