Endurance Over Time

Let’s embark on a virtual meditation journey to this stunning spot within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Arrival:  Close your eyes and take a deep breath. Feel the warmth of the Hawaiian sun on your skin as you step onto the rugged coastline. The ground beneath your feet is ancient lava, solidified and weathered over time.

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Sensory Symphony:  Listen to the symphony of nature—the waves pounding against the cliffs, the distant calls of seabirds, and the rustling of palm fronds. Each sound is a note in this wild, untamed composition.

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Visual Feast: Open your eyes before you stand the Hōlei Sea Arch—a stark, majestic formation. It reaches about 90 feet (27.4 meters) high, extending boldly from the steep sea cliffs into the turquoise waters. The arch frames the horizon, inviting you to peer through its rocky window.

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Ephemeral Beauty: Know that this arch is both beautiful and fleeting. It won’t last forever. The same forces that sculpted it—the wind, the relentless waves—will eventually reclaim it. But for now, it stands proud, a testament to the island’s dynamic geological processes.

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Breath and Release:  Inhale deeply. As you exhale, imagine releasing any tension or worries. Let them dissolve into the salty breeze. The arch itself seems to breathe—the waves inhaling and exhaling as they crash against it.

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Interconnection: Reflect on the interconnectedness of all things. The lava that birthed this arch came from deep within the Earth, and now it dances with the ocean. You, too, are part of this grand dance—a witness to the ever-changing landscape.

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Gratitude: Offer gratitude for this moment. Grateful for the arch, the waves, the sun, and the privilege of being here—even if only in our minds.

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As you slowly open your eyes, carry the essence of this place with you. Remember that impermanence doesn’t diminish beauty; it enhances it.