What is a cacao ceremony?
The cacao used in these ceremonies is chocolate in its purest form.
Cacao beans or seeds come from the fruit of the cacao tree and have a distinctly bitter flavor.
What to expect when attending a cacao ceremony.
I’ve attended two cacao ceremonies, both a little differentand both incredibly powerful.
One involved ecstatic dance, the other, meditation andbreathwork.
My experience goes to show that no two cacao ceremonies are alike.
In reality, they don’t have an exact format and can look a number of different ways.
From there, he says “there’s really a lot of possibilities.
Common ones are ecstatic dance, yoga, meditation, inner processing, or more specific seasonal ceremonies.”
Since their itineraries vary, it’s hard to know with certainty what to expect during a cacao ceremony.
The second was a bit more structured.
The most important thing is to go in with an open mind.
What exactly is cacao and how does it make you feel?
While cacao is most definitely stimulating, it’s not considereda psychedelic.
On a more spiritual level, I felt a very loving and receptive energy when working with cacao.
The benefits of a cacao ceremony.
Here are some of the benefits people can expect during a cacao ceremony:
It’s heart-opening.
So, don’t be surprised if you find yourself placing your hand on your heart in a ceremony.
(Think the Grinch when his heart grows a ton!)
It’s mood-boosting.
Maybe this goes without saying, but yes,cacao is mood-boosting.
It can help you focus.
It can be very sensual.
The association between love, sensuality, and chocolate has been celebrated for ages.
It’s good for your health.
And of course, we couldn’t leave out all the physical benefits of this superfood.
Cacao is high in antioxidants, iron, magnesium, calcium, and more.
There’s also research showing regular consumption of cacao (in healthy amounts)can improve heart health.
How to work with cacao in your own life.
This accessible superfood can be used on a more regular basis.
You could, for instance, incorporate cacao into your morning routine.
That can be a great way to start the day."
