Ho’oponopono Meditation is a powerful ancient Hawaiian practice designed to cleanse the subconscious mind and bring emotional and spiritual healing. This practice invites us to take full responsibility for our lives, our thoughts, and our feelings. In this article, we will explore the profound depth of Ho’oponopono Forgiveness Meditation and guide you on how to use it as a tool to answer the soul-searching question: What’s going on inside of me?
Understanding the Power of Ho’oponopono Meditation
Ho’oponopono is more than just a mantra. It is a soul-level cleansing method that helps us identify the hidden blocks within our subconscious that manifest as pain, illness, emotional suffering, or recurring life challenges. The four powerful phrases—”I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you.”—act as tools for inner transformation.
The Foundational Question: What’s Going On Inside of Me?
This is the starting point of every Ho’oponopono Forgiveness Meditation. When we experience physical discomfort, emotional turmoil, or life imbalances, the first step is to pause and ask, “What is going on inside of me?”
Instead of looking outward for blame or solutions, Ho’oponopono encourages us to look inward and take responsibility, even for the things we are unaware of. By doing so, we acknowledge our subconscious contributions to our reality.
Opening the Session: Creating Sacred Space
Before diving into the meditation, find a quiet and comfortable space. Sit or lie down, place your hands on your heart, and close your eyes. Begin to breathe deeply, slowly releasing the tension from your body.
Let the mind quieten as you focus on your intention to cleanse and heal. Say out loud or internally:
“What is going on inside of me, Divine? I am unaware, but I am willing to understand.”
The Four Healing Phrases of Ho’oponopono
1. I’m Sorry
Recognize that something—whether it’s a thought, a belief, or a memory—has contributed to your current experience. It may be subconscious, but you take responsibility. Repeat:
“I’m sorry for the pain, the confusion, the beliefs that I have held unknowingly.”
2. Please Forgive Me
Ask for forgiveness—not from another person, but from the Divine and from yourself. Forgiveness for any role you have played in perpetuating pain or imbalance.
“Please forgive me for what I have done knowingly or unknowingly to cause this pain.”
3. Thank You
Express gratitude for the opportunity to heal. Thank the Divine for showing you what needs to be cleared.
“Thank you for bringing this pain to my awareness so I can release it.”
4. I Love You
Affirm love to yourself, to the Divine, and to the parts of you that need healing.
“I love you, Divine. I love my body. I love my mind. I love myself, even through this pain.”
Releasing the Pain: From Overthinking to Surrender
As the meditation deepens, allow yourself to feel where in your body you are holding pain. For many, pain is lodged in areas where we habitually overthink or carry stress—like the neck, shoulders, or back.
Repeat:
“I release overthinking. I release worry. I release fear from the situations I can’t control. I surrender, I surrender, I surrender.”
Trust that you are being guided and supported by the Divine energy. Visualize your pain dissolving into light as each phrase melts the resistance:
“Divine, I love you. I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you.”
Feeling the Shift: Embracing Health and Harmony
After repeating the mantra for several rounds, notice the shift in your physical and emotional state. You may begin to feel lighter, more centered, more at peace.
Affirm:
“I am now feeling healthy, in tune, and happy. My body is healing. My thoughts are aligned with love.”
Continue:
“Divine, thank you for forgiving me and cleansing this pain from me.”
Making It a Daily Practice
The beauty of Ho’oponopono Forgiveness Meditation lies in its simplicity and its depth. This practice can be done daily, multiple times a day, whenever you feel fear, doubt, anger, sadness, or even physical discomfort.
You don’t need to understand all the reasons behind your pain. The act of showing up, repeating the mantra, and trusting the Divine is enough.
Consistency is key. Set aside 10–15 minutes each day to sit in silence, connect with your heart, and cleanse your subconscious with:
“I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you.”
Integrating Ho’oponopono into Your Lifestyle
- Start Your Morning: Begin your day with the mantra. This sets the tone for positivity and clarity.
- Journal Your Feelings: After each session, write down what came up. This helps uncover patterns.
- Use it During Challenges: The moment you feel overwhelmed, anxious, or angry, silently repeat the mantra to calm your system.
- Sleep Ritual: End your day with a Ho’oponopono session to cleanse any residual stress or negativity.
Final Thoughts: Healing is a Journey
Healing isn’t always linear. But by using Ho’oponopono Meditation consistently, we create a sacred space where our pain is acknowledged, cleansed, and transformed.
Every time you feel overwhelmed or stuck, ask yourself again: What’s going on inside of me? Then bring in the mantra and let its magic work.
Repeat daily:
“I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you.”
Trust in this healing. Trust in your ability to grow. Trust in the Divine support that is always around you.
May this Ho’oponopono Forgiveness Meditation become a pillar of peace in your life.
Transcript:
What is going on inside of me, Divine?
I am now aware that it is causing these pains to surface.
I’m sorry.
Please forgive me for not knowing, for not understanding that my thoughts, my beliefs, my actions, my feelings have caused this pain in my body.
I release overthinking.
I release worry.
I release hurt from the situations.
I Surrender.
I Surrender.
I Surrender.
Divine, I love you.
Divine, I’m sorry.
Divine, please forgive me.
Thank you that you’ve forgiven me, Divine.
Divine, I love you.
Divine, I’m sorry.
Divine, please forgive me.
Thank you for forgiving me and cleansing this for me.
Thank you for cleansing this from me.
Thank you for cleansing this from me.
I am now feeling healthy and tuned and happy.
Divine, I love you. I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you, Divine.
(This line is repeated multiple times as a mantra)
I love you. I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you.
(This simplified line is repeated to conclude)
Keep repeating this prayer, and you will see phenomenal changes in your life as you practice this daily.
