for rehabilitation of prisoners in South Africa
for rehabilitation of prisoners in South Africa
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22 YEARS AND GROWINGThe Prison S.M.A.R.T objective is to make a life-transforming difference in the lives of all people within the criminal justice system, by teaching skills for reducing stress, healing trauma, and providing practical knowledge of how to handle one’s emotions, live to one’s highest potential and contribute to society. Since its inception inv South Africa in 2001, over 10,000 prisoners have experienced the benefits of the program. Globally, the program has been taught to 700,000 inmates.
“Inside every culprit, there is a victim crying for help. That person is also a victim of ignorance, small-mindedness and lack of awareness. It’s the stress, lack of broad vision about life, lack of understanding, and bad communication that leads to violence in society.”
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, IAHV Founder
Prison S.M.A.R.T aims to reduce offender recidivism and end the repeated cycle of violence and abuse. Without tools to process past trauma and present stresses, incarcerated individuals often cope with their negative emotions such as anger, guilt, mistrust, and frustration with unhealthy behaviors and attitudes- including violence, addiction, apathy or lethargy.
The program offers practical methods for participants to transform these negative emotions for true rehabilitation, and develop the core human values innate in all human beings, such as service to others, compassion and teaches essential life skills that enable individuals to accept responsibility for past actions and to handle future conflict and stressful situations successfully.
One of the most comprehensive breathing techniques
taught by IAHV is Sudarshan Kriya (SK). Sudarshan Kriya is understood
to use specific rhythms of breath to eliminate stress, support the
various organs and systems within the body, transform
overpowering emotions, and restore peace of mind.
Following is a summary of some key findings independently
investigated by modern medical science at hospitals and research
institutions. Independent research has shown
that Sudarshan Kriya and accompanying practices significantly:
RESEARCH SHOWS THAT IT WORKS!
Results showed a remarkable decline in the anger and aggression levels of offenders;
out of the 41 participants surveyed 20 were male and 21 were female.
Out of these:
76%
Shared improvement in anger levels
68%
said there was an improvement in clarity of mind
59%
said their fears have come down
68%
reported decrease in sadness and depression
46%
observed the need for medication changed, while 29.3% saw no change
76%
Reported increase in
energy levels with
only 2% seeing no change
68%
felt lethargy levels were reduced
78%
noted an improvement in sleeping quality
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE TODAYFEEDBACK FROM PARTICIPANTS
“When I joined the program, I was very stressed because I was away from my family, especially my children. I thought being in prison is the end for me. The program changed the way I felt and my thinking. I also sleep better because my mind is more relaxed and not stressed.”
“I found a tremendous breakthrough
in all my sessions and looking
forward to the next program.”
“The course has been very good and
encouraging. I feel relaxed in mind and
body. I have gained a lot from the exercises and my body feels strong and active mind and brain. This has also sharpened my thinking capacity. I am looking forward to ensure people from different backgrounds/ tribes go through this course as very beneficial to all. I give full thanks and appreciation to stake holders.”
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