Sri Sri Ravi Shankar calls for respect toward women

Spiritual leader and Art of Living founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar has issued a call for men to change their perspectives regarding women's rights and social roles. In a message shared on social media, he emphasized that women speaking up for their rights is a vital and positive driver of societal change.

He urged men to respect women, be more sensitive, and avoid viewing them merely as objects. Ravi Shankar suggested that respect and sensitivity should be instilled from childhood and adolescence to ensure young men develop a balanced and respectful mindset.

To help young men manage intense emotions such as anger and lust, he recommended positive outlets including music, dance, physical exercise, yoga, and meditation. He specifically highlighted the importance of pranayama (breathing exercises) to help develop empathy, understanding, and mental calm.