Art of Living is structured less around formal religious ritual and more around a constellation of disciplined practices that together form a daily and communal “sadhana.” At the heart of this is Sudarshan Kriya, a distinctive rhythmic breathing process that uses specific patterns and speeds of the breath. This is usually supported by related pranayama techniques such as Ujjayi and Bhastrika, along with other structured breathing sequences. These breathing practices are not treated as mere relaxation tools, but as central methods for inner cleansing, emotional balance, and spiritual uplift.

Alongside the breathwork, there is a strong emphasis on meditation and yoga. Silent, mantra-based meditation such as Sahaj Samadhi, as well as guided meditations and simple yoga asanas, are taught in a systematic way and encouraged as part of a daily routine. Many practitioners adopt morning and evening practices that combine asanas, pranayama, Sudarshan Kriya, and quiet sitting. This daily sadhana is often framed as a way of aligning body, breath, and mind, so that spiritual insight can arise more naturally.

Community and shared wisdom also occupy a central place. Knowledge sessions—regular discussions on spiritual principles, practical wisdom, and scriptural or philosophical insights—serve to contextualize the practices within a broader understanding of life. Satsangs, which bring together devotional singing, meditation, and reflective dialogue, function as recurring communal gatherings that nourish both the heart and the intellect. Festival celebrations and other group meetings extend this sense of spiritual community, allowing practice to be lived in relationship rather than in isolation.

Equally significant is the emphasis on seva, or selfless service, as a lived expression of spiritual growth. Volunteering, community service, and participation in social or environmental projects are regarded as integral practices rather than optional extras. This is complemented by lifestyle guidance that encourages mindful, ethical living—cultivating qualities such as compassion, responsibility, and non-harm. In this way, the movement’s “rituals” are less about external ceremony and more about a coherent way of living that integrates breath, meditation, wisdom, community, and service into a single spiritual path.