Ceremonial Cacao & The Elements

A FOUR WEEK JOURNEY THROUGH THE FOUR SACRED ELEMENTS

 

the details

WHEN: 4 Sessions:  February 7, 14, 21, and 28 | 12:00 - 1:00 pm ET
WHERE: Virtual Zoom
HOW: Join with your own cup of ceremonial cacao or heart-opening tea
EXCHANGE: $75

 

what is ceremonial cacao?

While there is no official “ceremonial-grade” certification (and that label can actually be misused beyond cacao in our green-washed society), there are several practices that are understood to be foundational when working with this beautiful plant medicine. This is a list that I have compiled:

  • The source of the cacao comes from heirloom strains (indicated with * below) which yield high-vibrational, nutrient-rich cacao fruit that help support soil regeneration efforts

  • The plants are grown in agroforestry systems instead of mono-cropped fields, which creates ideal tree shading, diversity of the land, diversity of species living there, and no need for toxic pesticides and fertilizers

  • Deep roots give this naturally organic, heirloom cacao access to sections of the soil with higher nutrient levels, the ability to intermingle with other plants’ root systems, and less risk of heavy metal absorption (which tends to linger on the surface of the soil)

  • Cacao is sourced from farms which honor the needs of their workers through providing both a beyond-fair living wage and good working conditions

  • Minimal, often traditionally-practiced processing and no additives

  • Attention to the energy and intention being offered by everyone involved in the process—from pod to cacao mass to the drink in your cup.

 

what are the elements?

Our modern culture has lost what indigenous peoples understood to be a real connection with how the four sacred elements—land, water, air and fire—live not only around us, but also within us. When we think of ourselves as nature and not separate from it, we change our relationship to the environment. We begin to live in harmony with our surroundings instead of feeling compelled to “fix” them.

Aether, also known as the void, came along later with Aristotle as the fifth element. It was the name given to the material that was believed to fill the universe beyond the terrestrial sphere.

 
 

where do I purchase ceremonial cacao?

Please purchase your own ceremonial cacao before our first session. Here are a few special links to suppliers I love:

Cacao Laboratory automatically 10% off (or use code: cacaoislove)
Ora Cacao $10 off automatically for first order and use code CARRIE35291 for 10% off future orders
Prophecy Chocolate
Akasha Cacao 10% off with code: THANKYOU

 

testimonials from past programs

“The universe and divine timing presented me with the opportunity to participate in Carrie’s Ritual: Self-Care & Cacao program. I had no idea what to expect but knew that gifts were waiting within this opportunity. The space that Carrie created for this group was simply amazing; it was safety, comfort, connection with self, cacao, and women. I have experienced the power of circles before in my life and truly feel it is within these circles that such amazing gifts lie waiting for us—and this was exactly that! This program was a wonderful and gentle respite in my very intense healing journey that gave way for playfulness, laughs, learning and enlightenment. I am so thankful for the lessons, connections and love that emerged from this program.”
-Christie 

“Before the Ritual: Self-Care & Cacao program with Carrie I was feeling a bit scattered, but generally pretty good. I wasn’t expecting to have the profound breakthroughs that I did! The daily prompts and questions are so gentle yet deeply powerful, and invited me into spaces of myself I hadn’t visited for a long time. Because of Carrie’s 22-day circle I was able to realize that I had been in a state of hypervigilance around food and my body, and was actually at war with myself! Even though I was doing all of the “self-love” stuff, it wasn’t until working with Carrie that I realized that I really wasn’t my own side, I was constantly at battle with myself. Through my time with Carrie I was able to tune into her soft, loving and nurturing nature and begin to really let all parts of me begin to play in harmony again. This was a huge shift and transformation in my life, and it was thanks to Carrie and the way she beautifully facilitates and invites you deeper to know yourself. Carrie is an absolutely magical, beautiful, intuitive, wise, gentle and powerful soul. It is truly an honour and a blessing to work with Carrie!“
-Alexandra

 

frequently asked questions

What do we do on the live online calls or in-person circles?
Our group meet-ups will be open and fluid with a mix of instruction, guided meditations, Q&A, and ample room for sharing! This is not a coaching program, though the space will be co-created as we move through the days and weeks together. If I sense that a certain coaching “tool” will benefit the group then I will certainly introduce it.

What if I’ve never had ceremonial cacao before?
That’s great! Most participants have little or no experience with this heart-opening plant “medicine.” That’s part of the beauty of this experience. Many of us have conscious (or subconscious) blocks around creating a self-care practice. I have found that bringing in the ritual of preparing and drinking sacred cacao helps open to the door to allowing ourselves the gift of coming home to ourselves in a unique way. I will answer all your questions and provide step-by-step preparation instructions. No worries!

What if I can’t have chocolate because I’m on a certain healing diet?
I always suggest consulting with your health care practitioner and listening to your body. While chocolate can be problematic for some, others find that this minimally processed plant from heirloom strains of cacao affects the body differently than commercial chocolate with its processing and unhealthy additives. I’m happy to send a sample for you to try if you would prefer not to commit to a full block of cacao. If it doesn’t resonate, I can suggest several heart-opening teas to support you in this program.

What if I’ve already participated in one of your Ritual circles? Can I do it again?
Yes, of course! While some of the daily prompts will be the same, many will be different from circle to circle. Just like our group calls are fluid, the daily rituals I provide along the way are part of a co-creative process. I sense the needs of the women participating and often provide new activities along the way to best support the energy of the group.

What if I still have questions?
You can schedule a 20-minute call with me here!