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Cacao

Spirit of Cacao

 

Cacao’s full name is Theobroma cacao, which means “food of the Gods”. 

It grows mostly in the upper Amazon, South America and Mexico. 

The modern western version of cacao that I use in ceremonies is most similar to the way the Spaniards prepared it: with cinnamon, vanilla and some form of sweetener. It’s been around for a long, long time. Indigenous cultures have used it in ceremony, as well as chewing it raw, straight from the pods in daily life.

Ceremonial grade cacao has so many benefits, both for the physical body and the spiritual + emotional bodies. 

Health benefits

The theobromine in cacao makes it a more smooth, easy stimulant than coffee. It’s shown to lower blood pressure and improve blood flow.

 It is a Superfood! 

*full of antioxidants

*the highest plant based source of iron

*full of magnesium and calcium

*aids digestion

*balances hormones

*good for skin because of increased blood flow

*good for dental health! Theobromine is said to be better than fluoride!

*mental function, due to the flavonols

*can help lower blood pressure and cholesterol

*provides healthy fats, combined with MAO inhibitors which can aid in weight loss

*a natural mood elevator and antidepressant 

 

Spiritual and emotional benefits

It is nourishing, supportive and heart-opening which aids in:

Practicing slowing down, performing a ritual for yourself

Focusing on our day’s intention, finding gratitude

connecting with plant medicine and therefore, nature 

centering and ground us to start our day well

What is seems to support: Opening  channels of creativity

Reigniting compassion for self and others 

Connecting with higher self

Balancing masculine + feminine energies within

deeper meditations

Energetic properties: 

It’s a powerful tool to go deeper in your inner work, whether it’s journaling, visualization, or shamanic journeying. 

cacao ceremony can also assist in energetic healing and receiving clarity in the areas of love, purpose, intuitive abilities, career and personal growth.

Contraindications: 

People taking SSRI type antidepressants could experience headaches because of the increase in serotonin in their systems. So, taking a very small dose, or even a sip can be perfect and very powerful in this case. 

Serious heart conditions. The theobromine in cacao increases heart rate significantly and is a vasodilator,therefore lowering blood pressure. If you have such a condition, consider consulting a physician and certainly go lighter on amounts.

Pregnancy & breastfeeding. Like coffee or tea, it is important to reduce the intake of stimulating foods. The theobromine in cacao,does have a stimulating effect. 

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So many awesome events that I’m privileged to be So many awesome events that I’m privileged to be co-creating this coming month! 
Hopefully you can find one that’s perfect for you! 

💫April 2nd Self-care Sunday cacao ceremony at Aware Hot Yoga

💫April 7th donation based community energy healing + meditation circle at Aware Hot Yoga

💫April 8th Third Eye Open workshop with Carly. This date is Full, but DM us to be added to the waitlist for our next one. 

💫 April 15th cacao ceremony + cacao book! If you’d like to learn more about cacao and you love books like Heather (of breathe in books) and I do …this one is for you! At the beautiful Paz Studio 

💫April 21st up level your date game! Join JG and me to connect more deeply with your love at Find Your Flow fitness+ wellness studio in Greensboro 

💫April 29th Bloom Retreat! Cohosted by me, Carly and Troy (Triune healing) Step into spring and blossom into your newest and best version yet during our magical day retreat at the beautiful Four Farms Place in Greensboro 

All registration links and full details are in my bio above. Join us!!!
It’s challenging to put into words the depth of It’s challenging to put into words the depth of gratitude I have for all of these beings (and many more not pictured). Also indebted to the lands of Keep Going Stargazer for cradling us and supporting our journey. 

To show up for oneself, to be vulnerable, to truly witness the humanity of another….is the heart of what this life journey is about…but can be so easily missed, overlooked or bypassed. It’s messy and painful and liberating to witness all the parts-the shadow and the light within ourselves and others. It can be scary to show up to “walk each other home”. 
All of these beings did just that for themselves and each other this weekend, and I could not be more honored to have held space for it alongside my soul brother Mat @holywowcacao. 

The only constant in life is change. The positive change and depth of love we cultivated this weekend has, and will continue to ripple out into the world. 
So be it, and so it is. 

Ever grateful to the grandmother spirit of cacao for being the ultimate teacher, guide and facilitator of love. I am humbled by her willingness to work within me each day.
Nature walk in our retreat. Reminder that we are e Nature walk in our retreat. Reminder that we are energetic, cosmic (alien?) beings having an earthly experience. What a honor and an adventure!
Most epic heart centered retreat in progress evah! Most epic heart centered retreat in progress evah! Beyond abundant and blessed to have this much love in my presence. Gracias cacaosito. Gracias Mathew Sun @holywowcacao Gracias pachmama, espiritu and soul friends. So many tears of gratitude already being spilled.
SO thrilled an honored to have been asked to chat SO thrilled an honored to have been asked to chat on OHM_G the PODCAST! These beings are just the best! I talk about cacao + share a Light Language transmission as well as chatting with @hifrequencyhealing about our journey together + our offerings! Link in bio to listen!
Courageous Heart Cacao Immersion Retreat! Want to Courageous Heart Cacao Immersion Retreat! Want to understand why you should come to this epic retreat? Feather tells all! Registration is still open and rates are $169 for the full day and $269 for the full weekend!
Sacred cacao ceremony Join Kari with @befreeroot Sacred cacao ceremony 

Join Kari with @befreerooted and Heather of @breatheinbooks for a cacao ceremony on Saturday, April 15th from 2-4pm at the beautiful Paz Studios. 

This heart opening ceremony will allow you to be fully present in the moment, deeply rest, develop and expand deeper compassion and self-love, set meaningful intentions and more. 

You will learn about the spirit of cacao as a plant medicine (non psychoactive) partake of cacao in a glorious beverage form, and be guided through a meditation via voice and sound. 

By registering for the ceremony, you will also receive a beautiful book about cacao hand selected by Heather. {Heather add more info here}

☕️You can register through the link in bio. 
☕️ A medical intake + waiver form must be completed prior to the event. 
☕️Space is limited. Must pre-register to secure a spot.
Eye see you 👁️. 
You’re doing great. 
You’ve got this! 

Vintage mushroom eye painting was a Yule gift from my soul sis: @merakiloremagick
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