“I Love You, I’m Sorry”: The Light-Forgiveness Ritual Your Nervous System Has Been Waiting For

Ever felt like emotional baggage is blocking your joy, even if you’re not sure what it is?

There’s a powerful Hawaiian ritual called Ho’oponopono that might just help you release it. And at Soma Light Therapy, we’ve woven it into an immersive light & sound session designed to reset your nervous system, your mood, and your relationship with yourself.

Let’s dive into why this ritual, combined with specific brainwave frequencies, is a deeply transformative experience, especially in a world that rarely pauses for healing.

What Is Ho’oponopono?

Originating from ancient Hawaiian culture, Ho’oponopono means “to set things right.” It’s a process of reconciliation, forgiveness, and radical self-responsibility. The core mantra?

“I love you. I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you.”

Rather than seeking forgiveness from others, Ho’oponopono invites you to clean up the energy you hold towards people, experiences, or even parts of yourself.

This is emotional hygiene at its finest, clearing resentment, shame, and tension stored in the body.

From Ancient Chant to Brainwave Reset: The Soma Session

Our Soma Light Therapy session, titled “I Love You, I’m Sorry”, takes this ritual into a multi-sensory journey. The light & sound experience is designed to:

Induce a trance-like state for deep relaxation
Tap into forgiveness-based neuroplasticity
Use frequencies that support emotional integration and nervous system reset
Evoke heart-brain coherence (a state where your heart and brain synchronize)
Support inner child healing and trauma release

Session Structure:

Duration: 35 mins
Brainwaves used: 60Hz (neural reset), 40Hz gamma (linked to memory, happiness), SMR (Sensory Motor Rhythm), Beta
Phases:
- Psychedelic visuals to start
- Theta background for learning state
- 60Hz reset tones
- Closing with 40Hz gamma & coherence pulses

The soothing voice guiding the session? Avi Esther, a gifted intuitive and energy healer. Learn more about her here.

Why It Works: The Science Behind Forgiveness

Forgiveness isn’t just a feel-good concept, it’s a biological reset button.

Studies show forgiveness lowers cortisol levels and supports heart health
Brain scans reveal that forgiving activates areas involved in empathy and decision-making
40Hz Gamma frequencies, used in the last phase of the session, are associated with neurogenesis and memory repair, of particular interest for neurodegenerative concerns like Alzheimer’s and PTSD
60Hz frequencies promote neural reset and cognitive flexibility

This is not just a meditation. It’s a reprogramming experience.

Who Is It For?

This session is perfect for:

Anyone carrying old emotional pain or unresolved relationships
People going through grief, heartache, or major transitions
Those on a self-healing, inner child, or shadow work journey
Individuals with overactive minds, anxiety, or past trauma
Even caregivers of people with neurodegenerative conditions (like Alzheimer’s), as a tool for energetic peace

Tips for Using This Session

Use in the early morning for better emotional integration
Repeat 4x/week for two weeks for full effect
Don’t rush back into your to-do list, allow a soft landing after
Set an intention before starting: forgiveness, clarity, peace

Whether you picture a person, your younger self, or just let the words wash over you, the mantra does its work.

A Story Worth Sharing

One of the most famous cases tied to Ho’oponopono is a psychologist named Dr. Dr. Hew Len, who helped transform an entire ward of mentally ill criminals… without ever meeting them.
By reading their files and repeating the mantra with deep intention, the energy of the entire space shifted, from chaos to calm. Learn more about this viral story here.

Ready to Begin?

You don’t need to have a specific trauma or conflict to benefit.
You don’t even need to believe in anything “spiritual.”
You just need to be human.

Let this be your moment to let go, to whisper those words to your own heart:

“I love you. I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you.”

You’ll be surprised what shifts on the other side of forgiveness.

Try the Session

Now available in our Soma Light Therapy menu under “Guided Sessions.”
Book in Tirana, Prishtina, or Czechia.
Or bring it to your team, retreat, or festival : info@soma.al.