Journal

A deep breath. A satisfying sip. A rush of centered energy.  Most people who’ve sipped ceremonial cacao report a substantial lift in both energy and mood. Ceremonial cacao enthusiasts also speak almost unanimously of a profound “heart-opening” sensation upon ingestion. Of course, there are intangibles to this phenomenon, but the physical sensation of “opening up” can be quite potent, so what’s happening here? Is it all in our head (or chest, or arms)? Turns out, it’s in all of the above!   Stimulus check: theobromine and caffeine in ceremonial cacao Ceremonial cacao contains a primary stimulant, theobromine, and a secondary...

Cacao ceremonies are everywhere. In nearly every major city there is an offering (or several) to experience “The Food of The Gods”, Theobroma Cacao. Despite modern society’s interest in these traditional rites, not all Cacao ceremonies are curated equally. Many Cacao “ceremonies” that we see today lack integrity and pay very little respect to the original people who have been protecting sacred plants like ceremonial Cacao for centuries. So how do we know when a ceremony is guided with honor, respect, and authenticity? What must one do to create a safe and earnest environment for ceremonial Cacao? In this modern...