1. Ho’oponopono

2.  Ho'oponopono is a
Hawaiian word for the
phrase, "making things
right".
 Ho'oponopono is more
than just a word or
phrase; it is a process of
setting things right or
bringing oneself to
balance.
Ho’oponopono

3.  It includes fixing wrong-doings by
correcting wrongs within
the relationships you have and the
wrongs within yourself.
 This ancient Hawaiian practice of
reconciliation has been a saving grace
for many people around the world.
Ho’oponopono

4.  Some people believe that sickness is
followed by anger or other misconduct.
To free themselves from the pains and
worries that follow such actions, many
turn to Ho'oponopono.
Ho’oponopono

5.  Usually conducted as a family, the
traditional practice of Ho'oponopono
opens with a prayer followed by an
acknowledgment of the issue and the
wrongdoing is discussed.
 Those in the family discuss their emotions
in relation to the problem being
acknowledged.
Ho’oponopono

6.  This step is followed by
confession, repentance, and finally
forgiveness.
 Cooperation and openness are
important within the family or group in
order fully work through problems and
come to a place of peace and
understanding.
Ho’oponopono

7.  The practice of Ho'oponopono can also
be applied to non-family settings. In
fact, some places in Hawaii use
Ho'oponopono in juvenile and adult
court systems.
Ho’oponopono

8.  Total responsibility is a big part of
Ho'oponopono. This means accepting
complete responsibility for each situation
you encounter in life.
Ho’oponopono

9.  Total responsibility includes everything you
feel, see, experience, and think. With this
responsibility comes the ability to take
control of what and perceive and how you
perceive it.
 Accepting the responsibility for the
‘problems' you have created, either
consciously or subconsciously, and sincerely
apologizing and asking for forgiveness
allows for success in the practice of
Ho'oponopono.
Ho’oponopono

10. Ho’oponopono