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Working through Loss with Hawaiian Wisdom ~ The Grief You Didn't Expect: Mourning the Lives We Used to Live and Carrying the Weight of 'Kaumaha'
Lynette Haunani #addictionrecovery #changewithin #changeyourmindchangeyourlife #deepbreathing #grief #grief recovery #hawaiianaura #ho'oponopono #ho'oponoponoprayer #livealohaonandoffthemat #livingclean #mindfullness #recovery from addictions #selfcare #the grief cycle #triggers addiction emotion surfing living sober Riding emotional waves yoga
Talking Story About 'Kaumaha', The Heavy Weight of Grief
This blog post is a warm, personal conversation about 'Kaumaha' grief, which means "heavy weight." The author emphasizes that grief is a normal response to any significant loss—not just death—like going through a divorce or a breakup, recovering from alcohol and substance dependency or abuse and destructive behaviours, loss of employment or a career change, and even illnesses can cause grief. The healing journey isn't easy or a straight line, but the good news is that the weight does lift.
The core of the healing wisdom in this post comes from Hawaiian culture, stressing that you shouldn't go through this alone. The 'Ohana (family and community) is essential for sharing the deep pain and lightening your burden. The traditional practice of Hoʻoponopono ("to put right") is offered as a powerful tool. Using phrases like "I'm sorry," "Please forgive me," "Thank you," and "I love you" can help you clear old resentments and bring inner peace.
To further support the process, the post recommends holistic practices like yoga, meditation, Pule (prayer) and connecting with nature, Āina (land), as grief is held both in the mind and the body. Ultimately, the message is to be kind and gentle with yourself; there is no time limit on grief, and healing is possible through patience and community support.
'Huliau' - A Change Of Season: How Your Triggers Can Fuel Your Personal Growth
Lynette Haunani #changewithin #changeyourmindchangeyourlife #deepbreathing #hawaiianaura #howtomanageyourtriggers #livealohaonandoffthemat #mindfullness #newwaytolivehappy #thinkinganew #triggers connection to self and the land creating love with respect to our cultures deep breathing hawaiian aura recovery
Seasons don't just change because they want to—they change because they have to. The same is true for us. When our own seasons of life shift, a deep need for change can emerge. And when it does, it's time for a conversation. E kala mai ia'u - I'm sorry...it's not going to be easy. But it's an important and much-needed discussion. Let's talk story about triggers. Just the topic itself can be triggering. I get it, I'm here for it, and I'm in it with you. As always, just a heads up, this comes from my own journey and experience,...
The Ahi of Aloha: The Hawaiian Aura Logo, The Symbol of Our Promise
Lynette Haunani #AhiOfAloha #hawaiianaura #letsloveeachother #livealohaonandoffthemat #mindfullness #onelove #oneworld community Diversity growing up Hawaiian Growing up in a multi cultural family Hawaiian tradition mindfulness mixed culture muliticulture recovery taking a break The Ahi of aloha The Flame of Aloha The Hawiian Aura Ahi tradition yoga
At Hawaiian Aura, our logo isn't just a symbol; it's the Ahi (flame) of Aloha, a beacon representing the very heart of our community. This radiant flame embodies so much of what makes Hawaiian culture unique and enduring, a powerful reminder of who we are, no matter if you are a Hawaiian living in Hawaii or elsewhere in this beautiful world. The Ahi in our logo speaks to harmony—the balanced coexistence that's central to the Hawaiian way of life. It’s deeply rooted in the importance of family values and traditions (ʻohana), the cornerstone of Hawaiian society that teaches us respect,...
Poka'i Bay and the Paddle: Lessons from a Hawaiian Childhood
Lynette Haunani #auravibe #childrensmeditation #deepbreathing #growinguponthebeach #hawaiianaura #ho'oponopono #lets learnfrom eachother #letsloveeachother #livealohaonandoffthemat #livingmybestlifeontheocean #mindfullness #oneworld #PoKa'iBayUSA Connect to nature with Mana Ha connection to self and the land creating love with respect to our cultures growing up Hawaiian Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Paddling how to compliment culture Na Keiki O Ka Mo'i Canoe Club surfing mountains like waves
The Rhythm of my paddle. I grew up on a sandy beach called Poka'i Bay. It's located on the west side of the island of O'ahu, in the state of Hawai'i. The scent of salt and plumeria, the endless stretch of blue water and the rhythmic beat of paddles – these are the indelible memories of my childhood growing up on the sun-drenched shores of Poka'i Bay on the west side of Oʻahu. For us keiki (children), the beach wasn't just a playground; it was our classroom, our training ground, and the heart of our community. Family memories made, lifelong relationships...
The Mana of the Mountain: How Hawaiians Bring Their Spirit to The Snow
Lynette Haunani #auravibe #hawaiianaura #letsloveeachother #livealohaonandoffthemat #mindfullness #oneworld #power breathe #selfcare Connect to nature with Mana Ha connection to self and the land creating love with respect to our cultures hawaiian aura mindfulness snow boarding surfing mountains like waves surfing waves of snow yoga
Picture this: someone carving up fresh powder on a snowy mountain, but they're from Hawaii. It might sound wild, but for generations, when Mauna Kea, a majestic sacred mountain on the Big Island of Hawai'i, gets its winter coat of snow, Hawaiians have hit its slopes. It's not your typical resort scene with the chairlift things or fancy lodges; it's raw, exhilarating, and a unique way to connect with the 'aina (eye-nah), their ancestral land. What's even cooler is that not all, but most Hawaiian snowboarders, actually start by surfing ocean waves. Think about it: that same balance, that same flow,...