In this article, we’ll explore the significance of the Soham chant within Sudarshan Kriya, why high-quality audio matters, and how you can find the best resources to elevate your meditation experience. What is Sudarshan Kriya?

"Soham" (often pronounced So-Hum ) translates from Sanskrit to "I am That" or "I am the Divine." Naturally makes the sound "So." The Exhale: Naturally makes the sound "Hum."

The mantra "So-ham" (meaning "I am that") is used to guide the breath, with "So" for inhalation and "Ham" for exhalation. Accessibility:

| Method | Cost | Notes | |--------|------|-------| | | Paid (sliding scale / scholarships available) | Includes official app access, daily guided audio, and teacher support. | | Art of Living Free Events | Free | Introductory breath workshops (sometimes online) — you learn the basics, not the full Kriya. | | Official App (Art of Living – SKY Breath) | Free for guided breath sessions; Kriya requires course login | The app has free pranayama and meditation tracks (e.g., Nadi Shodhan, Bhramari). | | Scholarships / Volunteer-led sessions | Free / donation | Many local centers offer fee waivers. Contact AoL directly. |

Sudarshan Kriya cannot be learned properly solely from an audio file. The foundational step is to enroll in the (sometimes called the Breath & Meditation Workshop).

Authentic, full-length Sudarshan Kriya guided audios are on public sites (YouTube, third-party blogs, torrents, etc.) because: