Cacao & self love ceremony

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The Cacao & Self Love Ceremony is a unique online event that combines a sacred cacao ceremony with therapeutic hypnotherapy to guide participants on a journey of self-love, inner peace, and happiness.

Upon registering, you will receive an email with a link to join the event online, along with any necessary instructions and materials.

We will guide you through a 90-minute experience that includes a mix of the following elements. You will prepare your own ceremonial space and your own cacao before the ceremony starts.

• Opening cacao blessing
• Intention setting and sharing
• Hypnotherapy and sound session
• Journaling
• Sharing
• Closing

Please find a quiet space that feels comfortable and nourishing. You may wish to dim the lights and use candles to create a warm atmosphere. You can sit or lie down on a yoga mat, chair, or bed. Using a bolster, pillow, eye pillow and/or blanket may make your experience more enjoyable.

It is best to wear comfortable clothing that allows you to relax fully. Since you'll be sitting or lying down for 90 minutes, choose attire that promotes ease of movement and helps you feel the most comfortable. 

Please prepare your cacao 10 minutes before the ceremony and place it in a thermos to keep it warm. Instructions will be provided upon registration. We will take our first sip together, so please wait to drink it.

Since the session takes place online, you will want to make sure your devices are charged and that you have a charging cord and outlet nearby. You may also want to use headphones to enhance the hypnotherapy session.

Please avoid caffeine before the session, and time your meals so you are not too full. This will help your body receive the subtle energy cues from the ceremonial cacao.

Lastly, think of this as a special time for your self-care. Release any and all expectations and arrive at the ceremony with an open mind and a grateful heart.

Ceremonial cacao comes from a rare bean that makes up less than 5% of the world’s cacao production – the Criollo bean. It is the same bean that was used by the ancient cultures in their ceremonies.

Cocoa (the stuff most of us use to make hot chocolate) and cacao both come from the cacao bean. The main difference is how they are processed. Cocoa is made by roasting the cacao bean at a high temperature and supplementing it with additives to overcome its bitterness. When the bean is roasted at a low temperature and has minimal or no additives it produces cacao – a more nutrient-rich and flavourful version of chocolate.

Cacao is rich in flavanols, a plant compound that has been shown to lower blood pressure, improve circulation to the brain and heart, and is full of antioxidants. It also has lots of potassium which can reduce inflammation in the body and stress on cells and contains iron and tryptophan – an amino acid your body uses to make serotonin and help you relax.

You are in luck! We have secured sample packets that are perfect for use during this session. Simply add this to your registration and we will send it directly to your door! Please register no later than Weds, July 17th to allow time for shipping.

During the hypnotherapy session, you can anticipate the following:

1. Induction and Deepening. Through guided imagery and verbal cues, you'll enter a state of deep relaxation, enhancing your receptivity to therapeutic suggestions. 

3. Therapeutic Suggestions. Tailored positive affirmations and/or suggestions will align with the session's theme, bolstering the post-session benefits of hypnosis.  

4. Awakening. You'll be gently guided out of hypnosis, leaving you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. 

5. Discussion. The session concludes with a discussion about your experience, along with journaling prompts to further enhance your journey.

6. Community Connection. Following the formal session, there's an opportunity for community connection, fostering a supportive environment for sharing and reflection.

Overall, expect to feel deeply relaxed and peaceful during the session.

If you have any medical conditions, if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding or take any medication, please contact your health professional before consuming ceremonial grade cacao. 

Cacao may increase your heart rate as well as blood flow. In addition, cacao can also interfere with antidepressant medication as cacao might increase serotonin and dopamine naturally. 

If any of the above concerns you, please get an all-clear from your health professional before participating in hypnotherapy and consuming ceremonial cacao.

Absolutely, beginners are warmly welcome!  

Each session is designed to be accessible and supportive for individuals at all experience levels. The guided nature of the session ensures that you are gently led through each step, making it easy to follow and benefit from the transformative journey, regardless of your prior experience with cacao, meditation, or hypnotherapy.