Disease, often perceived as merely a physical ailment, is broadly defined by many healers and spiritual teachers as a manifestation of dis-ease within the body that extends beyond mere physical symptoms to include emotional and spiritual imbalances. This holistic perspective on health and healing has been embraced in various cultural traditions around the world, but perhaps nowhere as profoundly as in the teachings associated with Ho’oponopono, an ancient Hawaiian practice of reconciliation and forgiveness.
In his enlightening book Dr. Ihaleakala Hew Len coalesces these ancient ideas with modern psychological concepts to explore how individuals can initiate their own healing processes. The core premise of Dr. Hew Len’s approach is understanding that disease often starts from within and reflects our mental state, erroneous beliefs, or accumulated negativity.
The book recounts an inspiring story about a young boy who experiences chronic illness which doesn’t seem to subside despite various medical treatments. It’s here that Dr. Hew Len introduces the boy to the transformative power of Ho’oponopono — a method involving four key phrases: “I’m sorry,” “Please forgive me,” “Thank you,” and “I love you.” These phrases are not merely repeated; they are deeply felt and experienced as part of one’s cleansing process.
According to Dr. Hew Len, disease can be ‘debugged’ or cleared from our system through this process of internal cleansing and taking full responsibility for our wellbeing. This involves acknowledging that some aspects within us have contributed to our own illnesses or life challenges.
Complementing this narrative is the profound wisdom on prayer from Morrnah Simeona, who was a revered kahuna lapaau (healer) in Hawaii and a significant figure in modernizing Ho’oponopono. She believed that prayer was not about beseeching external entities but rather about setting one’s internal state right — aligning it with love, forgiveness, and gratitude — thereby naturally inviting healing and peace.
Morrnah Simeona taught that effective prayer involves connecting with the divine essence within oneself and all beings, thus embodying healing energy through thoughts, words, and deeds. Her prayers are integral to practicing Ho’oponopono effectively as they help create a positive energetic shift needed for holistic healing.
“What is Disease?” thus serves as more than just a medical or psychological inquiry; it’s a guide on living through the principles of love, responsibility, forgiveness, and connection — all crucial for true healing according to Dr. Hew Len’s teachings.
By presenting these powerful stories interwoven with deep spiritual insights from both himself and Morrnah Simeona, Dr. Hew Len doesn’t just redefine what we typically understand by disease but also offers practical steps towards achieving health in its most complete sense: physically, emotionally, spiritually.
This book serves anyone interested in exploring deeper reasons behind their ailments or those looking for a pathway towards comprehensive self-healing based on time-honored wisdom married with practical application. Through understanding ourselves better and clearing out inner conflicts via such profound yet simple practices like Ho’oponopono guided by prayerful mindset changes advocated by Morrnah Simeona readers can embark on an enriching journey toward not just curing symptoms but truly healing themselves.
What is Disease? The Story of How a Boy Debugged Himself by Dr. Hew Len and Prayer by Morrnah Simeona
