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This is the powerful message of Yoga in Daily Life. Its founder, His Holiness Paramahaṁsa Svāmī Maheśvarānanda, known simply as Svāmījī, is one of the world’s foremost peace ambassadors. His deep understanding of the problems of modern life inspired him to create a down-to-earth system of yoga, now practiced by millions at 4,000 locations in 30 countries. His books are published in 11 languages. Yoga in Daily Life is an acknowledged diploma course in universities, taught in schools, and utilized in hospitals for physical rehabilitation. "All elements are balanced in a perfect way," says Svāmījī, "and that balancing principle, that is what I call yoga." Yoga in Daily Life is a non-profit organization affiliated with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations. Svāmījī was invited to speak at the UN Millennium Peace Summit in New York, at the UN-sponsored Interfaith Education Conference in Barcelona, and at the UN World Summit on Sustainable Development. The organization not only fosters world peace but also works to protect human rights, the environment, and the welfare of all creatures. To support his humanitarian goals, Svāmījī has built an education and research institute in India in the form of the largest man-made symbol of the Sanskrit word Oṃ. In 2002, a school was opened, which included instruction for handicapped children and a free ambulance and first aid service. Completion of a full-service hospital is also underway. In this drought-ridden area, Yoga in Daily Life provides a free fire service to save homes, property, and harvests. The Desert Rainwater Harvesting Initiative acts as a reservoir of life for surrounding villages. Svāmījī is a powerful force for world peace. He has initiated annual international world peace summits and founded a world peace forum, continuing Mahātmā Gandhi’s message: "Be the change you want to see." For 40 years, Svāmījī has pioneered interfaith dialogues to establish harmony among religions. In recognition of his tireless global peace efforts, His Holiness has received awards from world leaders and heads of state. They have all expressed their thanks to him for advancing the spiritual, social, physical, and mental health of their citizens. At the 2005 World Peace Summit in Croatia, the President participated in Svāmījī’s forestation initiative by planting a peace tree in the city park. Svāmījī’s message—inner peace for world peace—is one we need now more than ever. It is the reminder that peace is in your hands.