By Neeti Keswani — Business Storytelling Coach | Ho’oponopono Practitioner | Host of Luxury Unplugged Podcast
Introduction: Turning Toward the Fear Instead of Away From It
Fear and anxiety often arrive uninvited—gripping our chest, tightening our breath, and flooding our thoughts with worst-case scenarios. And yet, what I’ve learned through years of coaching and my own healing is this: fear is not the enemy. It’s a messenger.
Most people try to push fear away. But what if the path to freedom begins by listening to it?
As a certified Ho’oponopono practitioner and Business Storytelling Coach, I’ve seen time and again how spiritual practices like Ho’oponopono can dissolve fear—not by force, but through deep compassion. In this blog, I’ll walk you through how to use Ho’oponopono meditation to gently release fear and anxiety, and to embrace the unknown with courage.
If you’ve been feeling on edge, uncertain, or emotionally overwhelmed, this may be the loving practice your nervous system has been waiting for.
Q1: How does fear manifest emotionally and spiritually?
Fear is the mind’s way of trying to protect you—but it often shows up as overthinking, tension, or emotional paralysis. Spiritually, fear signals a disconnect from trust. You may feel out of alignment, unable to make decisions, or consumed by “what ifs.” In my coaching sessions, I’ve found that behind fear is usually an unloved part of us waiting to be seen.
Q2: What makes Ho’oponopono effective for releasing fear and anxiety?
Ho’oponopono is rooted in forgiveness and presence. Instead of resisting fear, this meditation invites you to hold it in compassion. When you say the four phrases—“I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you.”—you’re addressing the energy within you that feels scared. Over time, this softens the grip of fear and allows peace to take root. I often guide my clients and Luxury Unplugged Podcast listeners through this practice when fear is at its loudest.
Q3: Can you share a client story of overcoming anxiety with Ho’oponopono?
One of my clients had debilitating anxiety around visibility—fear of being seen, judged, or misunderstood. Through Ho’oponopono meditation and coaching, we unearthed an old wound from childhood around rejection. As she practiced the phrases with heartfulness, her nervous system began to relax. Within weeks, she recorded her first video, and now speaks confidently in her coaching business. Her story is a powerful example of how courage is born from inner healing.
Q4: How do I start using Ho’oponopono in moments of panic or fear?
Start simple. When fear arises, pause. Breathe. Place your hand on your heart and gently repeat the four phrases. Don’t force anything. Just speak to the part of you that feels afraid. You might say, “I see you. I’m here. I love you.” This is what I call emotional anchoring—a core technique I teach in both my coaching sessions and on the Luxury Unplugged Podcast.
Q5: What if fear keeps coming back despite practicing?
That’s okay. Healing isn’t linear. Fear might return, not because the practice isn’t working, but because another layer is ready to be loved. Ho’oponopono is not a one-time fix—it’s a relationship with yourself. The more you show up with presence and gentleness, the more safety you create within. And that inner safety becomes your source of courage.
Q6: How does fear of the unknown impact creative entrepreneurs?
As a Business Storytelling Coach, I often see creatives paralyzed by the unknown—waiting for certainty before taking action. But the unknown is the birthplace of every breakthrough. When we meet that space with fear, we freeze. When we meet it with trust, we grow. Ho’oponopono allows you to shift your inner energy from fear to flow, so you can move forward with confidence.
Q7: Can Ho’oponopono help with physical symptoms of anxiety?
Yes. Many of my clients experience tightness in the chest, headaches, shallow breathing—all signs of suppressed emotional tension. As they begin Ho’oponopono meditation, they notice physical relief. When the body feels heard and loved, it begins to soften. The breath deepens. The shoulders relax. The nervous system recalibrates. This is healing from the inside out.
Q8: What role does heartfulness play in overcoming fear?
Heartfulness is everything. Without it, the words are just repetition. But when you bring sincere emotion—compassion, patience, presence—the phrases become alchemy. Fear cannot survive in the presence of love. In my coaching practice, we often pair heartfulness with journaling and inner dialogue to deepen the transformation.
Q9: Is it possible to embrace fear instead of escaping it?
Yes, and it’s one of the most powerful shifts you’ll ever make. When you stop fighting fear and start listening to it, you begin to reclaim your power. You realize fear isn’t here to destroy you—it’s here to guide you. Ho’oponopono helps you build that relationship. With practice, you’ll begin to say, “Fear, I hear you. Let’s walk together.” And that’s where courage is born.
Q10: What’s one message I’d share with anyone struggling with fear right now?
You are not weak for feeling afraid. You are human—and deeply capable of healing. Let fear be the doorway to your strength. Whisper to yourself, “I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you.” Over and over. This is not just a mantra—it’s a return to wholeness.
Final Thoughts: Trusting Yourself Through the Unknown
Fear and anxiety don’t mean you’re broken. They mean you’re being called inward—to remember who you are, and to reconnect with the calm that always lives inside you. Ho’oponopono isn’t about getting rid of fear—it’s about walking with it gently until it dissolves in love.
The next time fear visits, don’t push it away. Place your hand on your chest. Breathe deeply. And say:
“I’m sorry.
Please forgive me.
Thank you.
I love you.”
And watch as courage begins to rise in the quiet.
About Neeti Keswani
I’m Neeti Keswani, a business storytelling coach, certified Ho’oponopono practitioner, and host of the globally loved Luxury Unplugged Podcast. Through coaching, I help creators, spiritual entrepreneurs, and wellness leaders align with purpose, heal their inner narrative, and grow brands that feel like soul work.
I’m also the author of the bestselling book Live Your Dreams and guide people through identity shifting, emotional healing, and visibility coaching.
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