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May you live in interesting times Proverb (origin uncertain!). The saying above can be seen as both a blessing or a curse. In our lives, change is a constant. Sometimes change is small and incremental so small as to be almost imperceptible, at other times change can be exciting and a welcome adventure and at other times change can be massive, ‘in your face’, disruptive … [Read more...] about A Huna Perspective on Coping in Uncertain Times

The Mana Cards About ten years ago whilst on Hawaii I came across the Mana Cards: The Power of Hawaiian Wisdom and immediately bought the set I still use.  First published in 1998, they consist of forty-four excellently designed cards which present symbols, images, and wisdom based on the spiritual, cultural, and Huna traditions of Hawai'i. They can be used for divination, … [Read more...] about The Marvellous Mana Cards

I have been curious about why different people have been inspired to use Huna and what they most value about it.  I asked fellow Alakai, Huna practitioner and author Stewart Blackburn to provide 5 reasons why he loves Huna. I am grateful that he agreed and here they are.  I wholeheartedly agree with what he writes.  I hope this inspires you too.   A Wonderfully Clear … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Why I Love Huna: Stewart Blackburn

The following has kindly been contributed by Steve Drury. Steve is a friend and also an internationally respected author, consultant and psychological entertainer who performs across the UK and abroad. The following is something that Steve wrote entitled Release the Pressure and it struck me as something that was very in keeping with the Huna philosophy so I am proud to share … [Read more...] about Release the Pressure

The labyrinth is a powerful symbol and has been used by many cultures throughout history. There are a vast array of different labyrinth designs found throughout the world which include those found on the floor of the 13th Century Chartres Cathedral in France and the classical Cretan design from the Greek Islands which dates from over 4000 years ago. Labyrinths provide a … [Read more...] about Labyrinth Symbology

I am really honoured to be able to share this wonderful image of a labyrinth. This was produced by friend and fellow alakai Lois Stokes. Lois is an artist of the spirit who practices art as a moving meditation. The labyrinth is a powerful symbol. You can watch Serge King talking about labyrinths as energy devices here and here you can read more ideas about the use of … [Read more...] about Inspiring Labyrinth Art

Labyrinths as Energy Devices In this short clip Serge Kahili King talks about the use of labyrinths as a way of focussing energy.  Serge has spent many years exploring different forms of energy devices.  Some of this is documented in the book Earth Energies: A Quest for the Hidden Power of the Planet which compares and correlates subtle energy research with many experiments … [Read more...] about Serge King talks about Labyrinths

What is Hawaiian Geomancy? In this video , Serge Kahili King discusses with me some notions around Hawaiian Geomancy. In Hawaii kahuna kuhikuhi puʻuone were trained experts in these skills and practised awareness of subtle changes in energy patterns. This involves how things are positioned, the energy flows and the ability to tune in to things. This was a practice that the … [Read more...] about Serge King Discusses Hawaiian Geomancy

He ho‘okele wa‘a no ka lā ‘ino.  - A canoe steersman for a stormy day.  A courageous person. Much is made of confidence. It’s a quality that people often lack, want more of or are in awe of those with it. We can be confident in a particular context by simply developing trust in ourselves and the universe that things will turn out in a particular way. Another way that you … [Read more...] about The Adventurous Heart: A Huna view on courage

Ulu ka hoi -The bitter yam grows - there is interest in what is going on - a play on 'hoihoi' -"interest". (Hawaiian proverb) Have you ever been walking somewhere familiar and noticed something that seemed jarring, out of place, incongruent and different? Then on closer analysis and despite much disbelief you find that feature had been there for a long time only you … [Read more...] about New Ways of Seeing: a Huna perspective