This is the authorized biography of one of the most magnetic men in the world. He is a man whose presence and grace have touched and transformed millions of followers all over the world--from Bangalore to Bosnia Surinam to South Africa Tamil Nadu to Trinidad. A tireless traveler he has addressed the United Nations the World Economic Forum and bright young minds at Harvard University. In a world torn with strife he has carried the eternal message of love and revival of human values. Wherever he goes people from all walks of life--homemakers chiefs of industry politicians and film stars--seek his blessings and advice. Amazingly he manages to make each one feel special and cherished. Who is this playfully profound childlike ever-smiling guru whose avowed mission is to put a smile on the face of every person he meets ? He is Sri Sri Ravi Shankar the founder of the international Art of Living Foundation with centers in more than 140 countries of the world. This book offers you hitherto-unpublished material about his childhood his adolescence his spiritual development his organization and his Healing Breath Workshop. He has devised the Sudershan Kriya a transformative process that has miraculous healing powers. This is a man who practices no religion but teaches through example the meaning if true spirituality: being ever-joyful!