Ho'oponopono - Full Song, Meditation, Prayer for Forgiveness

Our hearts have been heavy as news of the devastating wildfires in Hawaii continue to emerge. 💔 Over 2,700 homes and businesses have been destroyed and more than 100 people and counting have perished, making it the most deadly U.S. wildfire in over a century. It is overwhelming to grasp the levels of loss, shock, and trauma people are facing there.

This event hits close to home for us, reminding us of the harrowing experience of evacuating our home from wildfires 2 summers ago, our friend KD losing his entire home and music shop in the Dixie wildfire, as well as the newly constant fear of summer fires and months of unhealthy smoke that increasingly plague our neighbors both here and around the world.

While we have never had the pleasure to visit Lahaina together, Nathan’s dad and step-mom recently visited after our wedding and we were able to marvel at the rich beauty and culture through their photos and stories. Many in our Wakes community have a strong connection to Hawaii, and the spirit of Aloha the people and land transmit to the world.

Among the many beautiful gifts the Hawaiian people have offered the world, we have been deeply inspired by the indigenous practice of reconciliation and forgiveness called Ho’oponopono.

As we understand it, the word ‘pono’ translates, “to be in balance”, and thus bringing what is out of balance back into balance. Often used with groups or families in conflict, it calls for us to make things right by first acknowledging the wrongs that have been done, as well as opening our hearts to forgiveness. Hawaiian historian, educator, and activist Kumu Sabra Kauka says, “It is much bigger to forgive, than to carry the burden of blame.”

This practice teaches us the importance of meeting our transgressions against those we love, bringing them out into the open, and expressing the many feelings of those involved. The process leads participants through acknowledgment, apologizing, asking for forgiveness, releasing the past, and then restoring connection.

The words of this song are part of a mantra that was inspired by this rich and transformative practice. The prayer is simple yet powerful stating,

“I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you.”

It captures a small essence of the Ho’oponopono practice and can guide us through our own process of reconciliation when we need it.

We hope you can use it to release old hurts, forgive others and yourself, and find peace in the face of wrongdoings. In light of the wildfires and other natural disasters accelerating as a result of climate change, it also takes on deeper meaning when used to pray for reconciliation with the Earth itself.

May our version of this song serve your practice and your heart. ❤️

Help Maui Heal
If you feel called to support the people of Maui in their recovery, please consider donating to these organizations. Even a small amount helps. 🙏🏼

Maui Strong Fund:

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Song is played on the Rav Vast Handpan tuned to G Pygmy and accompanied by crystal singing bowls along with vocals by Ada and Nathan Ketchie.

[AlchemysBaby]

For anyone who has practiced Ho'oponopono and has experienced it's powerful healing will understand why this one of the most powerful songs ever song. I love you for doing this, thank you.

[ruthannthibault]

This is AMAZING. I just discovered handpan music and this came up on my list. I am thrilled. THIS IS A TOTAL WIN for anyone that listens…Thank you!!

[Blixx]

I'm just another soul here to say that Ho'ponoppno profoundly changed my life. Such amazing healing in this prayer.

[mariasmith]

I am sorry please 🙏 forgive me ❤ I love you God bless me Lord help 🙏 heal my soul ♥️ please forgive me I love you Archangel angels 😇 protect me and keep me safe ❤️ I thank you I love you, beautiful music 🎶 for my soul ❤️ I am sorry please 🙏 forgive me thank you for healing me ❤I love you Amen 🙏

[divyadivsrealm]

Always bless me (your daughter)
Thank you God goddess
Thank you universe
Thank you world
I am sorry
Please forgive me
Thank you
I love you

[glennkakely]

The practice of ho’oponopono is a powerful therapy to bring forth deep (self)/forgiveness and to let go of past traumas provided the individual accesses the emotion — you captured the emotion in this song. Thank you for sharing this with the world community ❤ 🤗 😘

[indiano]

Im sorry, please forgive me. Thank you, I love you...❤❤❤

[Liloo]

Wow, my hole world turned silent by listening to this beautiful prayer. A good example for "less is more", … goes so very deep. Thank you! 🙏🏻

[srrosary]

I am so passionate about this meditation. I experience the energy that flows in me . And i experience personal healing and forgiveness. Even impossible things are possible. I am healthy both body and mind by doing this .

[ikehelly]

Beautiful. Listening on a dark morning in Belfast Ireland. Thank you.

[kardoyle]

Beautiful !!!! No words 😮 thank you for making this amazing music for us to heal 🩷💓💕❤️♥️🌹💫

[graciela]

Practico hoponopono desde elfallecimiento de mi nieto, (hace 7 años) y ahira enfrentarnos al cáncer de mi hijo menor. De igual forma me refugio en hoponopono pidiendoal universo, no perder la Fe y dar lo mejor para mi hijo❤❤❤

[peggyr]

I listen to this twice a day. Your voices are so soothing and beautiful thank you for this exquisite rendition.

[suzm]

Self-healing and forgiveness is the only way to true happiness ❤ thank you for such a beautiful and powerful version of this prayer. Much gratitude 💞

[AbsolutelyNOW]

Such beautiful music, ethereal, eternal. Thank you peaceful musical angels for creating.😇

[theresaprentice]

Now actually that’s the right way to play any instrument with worship to the one and only living God.
(I Am)He created us in his wonderful image, to create just like Him.
Thank you. And thank you Father we love you. Amen. Beautiful. Thank you.

[laurak.donham]

thank you. grew up in Hawaii. what extraordinary heart and energy conveyed. mahalo!

[myralhf]

A self healing prayer...also, can heal those around you. It begins with you...

[Bethelight]

The process of Ho’Oponopono is unbelievably effective. It will transform your life.

This is just beautiful…
Thank you for sharing your talents with humanity…..
❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️

[patootsieus]

I just discovered ho’oponopono today, and through my search for more, I found your beautiful music, which resonates even more deeply. Thank you. I love you. 🙏🏻