Ho’oponopono: A Highly Effective Practice
Ho’oponopono is an ancient Hawaiian healing practice. While the traditional method involves multiple steps and processes, in this article, I will attempt to explain it in just four simple steps.
These steps involve the repetition of four simple sentences:
- I’m sorry.
- Please forgive me.
- Thank you.
- I love you.
These simple sentences have incredible healing power, not only for yourself but also for others.
Dr. Ihaleakala Hew Len first used Ho’oponopono to heal patients who were both mentally ill and deemed guilty without ever speaking to them face-to-face. Remarkably, the patients began to heal, and his work gained worldwide recognition. The healing rate increased so much that the special ward of the Hawaii State Hospital started to close.
Dr. Ihaleakala Hew Len achieved this by working on himself. By taking responsibility, forgiving, loving, and offering healing to these patients, he was able to bring healing to them and himself.
We are all connected, and we are all responsible for the world we create. Collectively, we shape the world we live in. We attract experiences that help us grow, learn, and reflect on what we need to do.
By taking responsibility for everything that comes our way, by forgiving and clearing with love, we can cleanse the “data” that surfaces in our subconscious.
Ho’oponopono is much more than just reading four sentences; even in this simplified form, it is so powerful that you can feel its benefits and almost instant effects.
Ho’oponopono is a wonderful healing tool for the following situations:
- Clearing karmic ties or past life issues with another person.
- Improving relationships.
- Letting go of connections with past lovers.
- Finding peace with a deceased loved one.
- Repairing family bonds.
- Energy cleansing.
- Attracting what you desire into your life, be it a job, a home, a person, or money.
The beauty of Ho’oponopono is that you don’t need to involve the other person or contact your ex-lover to cleanse the energy. You can do it on your own and reap all the healing benefits. Consider that person’s name silently at the end of each sentence.
Here’s how to practice it: First, think of the person you want to improve your relationship with. Visualize them in your mind, but remember that it’s truly about you when you do this. The other person is just a mirror reflecting the part of you that needs healing. Once you’ve taken responsibility, cutting the cord between you and the other person will set you free. When you understand why you experienced that situation and gain the necessary awareness, you won’t need to go through similar events again.
- “I’m sorry.” Apologize to the person for everything. This step is about taking responsibility for your involvement and the energy you contributed to the situation. You may not have caused the situation, but now that it’s in your life, you are responsible. By saying, “I’m sorry,” you start cleaning karmic energetic patterns or ties that may have brought this situation into your life.
- “Please forgive me.” Now that you’ve apologized, it’s time to ask for forgiveness. This step is about forgiving yourself so that you can cleanse the energy or the situation between you and the other person. Allow yourself to feel what forgiveness means. Let yourself feel free from everything you’ve apologized for.
- “Thank you.” Thank the person not just for forgiving you but for everything. Thank them for their contribution to your life, for the awareness they brought you, and for being a part of your life’s journey. Thank them for revealing this part of yourself and giving you the opportunity to heal it. Also, thank yourself for taking these steps and allowing healing to occur.
- “I love you.” Send the light of your love to the person. Think about how much you love them and say it. This step is about honoring their soul. Depending on the difficulty of the experiences you had with them, this step might be the most challenging. However, open your heart and find a way to love this person.
As you read these sentences, even if you are directing them to another person, the healing energy is reflected back to you. Ho’oponopono heals both individuals.
For the best results, practice Ho’oponopono daily for at least 30 days or until you achieve the desired results.
I personally find this technique very powerful, and I have observed its effects in my life every time I’ve used it. For those who may think, “Is it really that simple?” believe me, it is. The key is to set the intention and repeat these sentences while taking responsibility.
In addition to what I’ve mentioned above, I use Ho’oponopono for the following situations:
- When I experience tension or need to make important decisions.
- For financial matters.
- For anything I desire to manifest in my life, whether material or spiritual.
Ho’oponopono is a fantastic and simple healing tool that you can use anytime to bring peace and harmony to all your relationships. The practice feels cleansing and liberating, and its effects are powerful and remarkable.
Give it a try and see how it works for you. Feel free to share your experiences in the comments below.
Remember, we’re in this together.
With Infinite Love
