This practice of Apono Apono was developed by Dr.
Len,
A Hawaiian psychologist and shamanic practitioner.
This contemporary forgiveness and reconciliation practice is practiced throughout the Pacific Islands,
Where practices of forgiveness have long been part of the culture.
To begin,
Find yourself a comfortable seat,
Ideally where you won't be disturbed.
Make yourself comfortable.
And when you are ready,
Close down your eyes.
Take a deep breath in,
And let it go.
Preparing yourself for this practice,
Which is a call and response practice.
Please repeat after me,
Silently or out loud.
Let's begin.
Take a deep breath in,
And let it go.
I'm sorry.
Please forgive me.
Thank you.
I love you.
I'm sorry.
Please forgive me.
Thank you.
I love you.
I'm sorry.
Please forgive me.
Thank you.
I love you.
I'm sorry.
Please forgive me.
Thank you.
I love you.
I'm sorry.
Please forgive me.
Thank you.
I love you.
I'm sorry.
Please forgive me.
Thank you.
I love you.
I'm sorry.
Please forgive me.
Thank you.
I love you.
I'm sorry.
Please forgive me.
Thank you.
I love you.
I'm sorry.
Please forgive me.
Thank you.
I love you.
I invite you to now sit in this space for as long as you need to.
Perhaps noticing that your heart feels light and open.
Breathing deeply and giving yourself as much time as you need.