Cacao and breathwork: combining ceremonial cacao with conscious breathing
Cacao and breathwork are a powerful combination for slowing down and deepening your experience. Cacao helps you land in your body. Breathwork moves what is stuck and brings you back into the present moment.
On this page you will find a clear explanation, a simple structure and helpful links, so you can quickly feel what suits you.
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What is breathwork
Breathwork is a collective term for techniques that work consciously with your breathing. By breathing deeper, slower or in a connected way, more space often opens up in the body. Many people experience more calm, clarity and connection after a session.
Your breath is always with you. This makes breathwork an accessible way to move out of your head and into your body.
Why cacao and breathwork work well together
Ceremonial cacao naturally contains compounds such as theobromine and magnesium. These are often associated with energy, relaxation and a warm, grounded focus in the body. Many people experience cacao as a gentle heart opener that helps them arrive more quickly.
Combined with breathwork, cacao can create a supportive foundation. It becomes easier to sink into the experience and to follow what your body is communicating.
Tip for a gentle experience
Use a lower dose of cacao if you are sensitive to energy. Choose a quiet space and take time to settle before you begin breathing.
How to start in a simple way
You do not need much. This is a simple structure you can use at home.
- Prepare cacao and drink slowly, without rushing.
- Sit down and feel your body, take three calm breaths.
- Choose an intention such as release, softness or trust.
- Begin your breathwork with guidance or a short exercise.
- Integrate by drinking water and staying still for a moment.
Would you like an easy way to prepare cacao before your breathwork session? Visit our recipe page for cacao recipes and preparation methods.
Rebirthing breathwork with Rachel van Harlingen
Rebirthing Breathwork works with connected breathing. This is a breathing pattern without pauses between the inhale and exhale. Many people experience this as a deep way to release tension and create space.
Would you like to experience this live? Visit Rachel’s ceremonies via rachelvanharlingen.com or follow her on Instagram via @rachelvanharlingen_ . During her breathwork ceremonies, CacowGirls ceremonial cacao is used to add depth and softness.
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