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Dr. Mike Simmons
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education · health & fitness · religion & spirituality · science · society & culture
Ho'oponopono | The Ancient Hawaiian Practice of Forgiveness and Empowerment
Summary
In this episode of the Shadow Mike Podcast, Michael explores the ancient Hawaiian practice of Ho'oponopono. This practice is referred to as a forgiveness practice, but we must first face or distorted understanding of forgiveness. Ho'oponopono ultimately releases trapped energy in our relationships. If we do this work, we learn to truly love others while simultaneously reconnecting with our love and creating capacity for authentic relationships.
If you'd like to experience ho'oponopono below are a few resources:
Book a Ho'oponopono and Energy Session with Dr. Michael Simmons
Register for a Huna (Ho'omana) workshop in Portland, 10/24-25th. Led by Lisset King
Book Recommendation: Ho'oponopono by Dr. Matt James
Key topics
The meaning and practice of Ho'oponopono
Energy movement and internal work in Hawaiian spirituality
The role of forgiveness in personal empowerment
Cutting energetic cords to release past trauma
The relationship between connection, goodness, and harmony
The impact of victim and perpetrator narratives on energy
Practical applications of Ho'opono Pono in daily life
The integration of shadow work and forgiveness
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Hawaiian practice of Ho'oponopono
01:58 Breaking down the meaning of Pono and making things right
03:55 The internal and external work of energy movement in Hawaiian spirituality
06:49 Reframing forgiveness as a practice of balance and harmony
09:56 The role of energy, connection, and disconnection in relationships
13:10 Using Ho'oponopono to cut energetic cords and renew relationships
17:11 The myth of inherent badness and the true meaning of goodness
21:52 Personal story of practicing Ho'oponopono during divorce and healing
27:09 Synchronicities and the power of love in the forgiveness process
30:12 Who in your life is draining your energy and how to address it
34:04 The importance of integrating shadow work and owning your energy
36:56 Resources and next steps for practicing Ho'oponopono
31 Oct 2025
Practical Magick: Turn Hocus Pocus into Abracadabra with Goddess Brittney King & Jessica Alfaqih
Goddess Brittney King and Jessica Alfaqih explore the history of magick, discuss the stigma surrounding witches, and share personal stories connecting individuals to their magical heritage in an interview with Dr. Mike Simmons.
15 Sept 2025
The Huna Way: Creating Power and Abundance with Lisset King
Host Dr. Mike Simmons interviews Lisset King, Emotional Ninja and Huna practitioner, who explores the Hawaiian practice of Huna and how it unlocks personal power and creates abundance through emotional healing.
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