Say the Words...But Mean Them
How often do you say the words, "I love you," "I am sorry," "I forgive you," or "Thank you?" Short phrases that carry so much power. These are the phrases used in the Hawaiian prayer Ho'oponopono. (Click the link to learn more about this healing practice.) The power of these words lies in the sincerity by which they are uttered. Too often, they become pat sayings used to fill gaps in conversation or used lightly to show sentiments for which English is lacking. Let me give you an example. How often have you heard someone say, "Oh, I love my new car (or dress, or whatever.)" Do they really "love" these things? On the other hand, I know that I have said, "I'm sorry," upon hearing something for which I had not words to express the feelings I had about a situation. Sorry wasn't the right word, but I have yet to find a word that adequately expresses my feelings when someone shares the horrors of their l...