# Event Details - **Event Name**: CACAO: The Heart Opener - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 May, 2024 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 16 Dec, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Before chocolate became a candy bar, it was a prayer. A ceremonial gathering to soften the armor and return to the heart.About this EventA Sacred Monthly Cacao Ceremony for Heart Connection, Community, Reflection, and Inner SofteningBefore chocolate became something sweet on a shelf, cacao was honored as something sacred.It was gathered, prepared, prayed over, and shared in community as a way to open the heart, soften the body, and return people to what matters most. Not as entertainment. Not as performance. Not as another thing to consume. As a ceremony.CACAO: The Heart Opener was created for the person who has been carrying too much in the chest, moving through life with armor on, and quietly longing for a space where they can exhale, feel, listen, and reconnect.This is a sacred gathering for those who want to slow down, sit in community, receive ceremonial cacao with intention, and allow the heart to become a place of prayer, presence, remembrance, and connection.What This Experience IsThis is a guided ceremonial cacao gathering held inside the sacred space of Temple Mother Earth.Ceremonial cacao is different from commercial chocolate. It is prepared with reverence, intention, and simplicity. The experience is not about escaping yourself. It is about returning to yourself with more softness, honesty, and presence.During this ceremony, you will be invited into grounding, prayer, intention setting, cacao, music, movement, reflection, and community sharing. Everything is held in a beginner-friendly way, with space for you to participate at the level that feels safe and aligned for your body.Cacao naturally contains compounds such as theobromine, which may feel gently energizing for some people. It is often experienced as warming, heart-opening, and supportive for reflection, connection, and emotional presence. Every body is different, and no specific outcome is promised.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yaUHlemWDnsExperience FlowArrival & GroundingGuests are invited to arrive with spaciousness so the body has time to settle before the ceremony begins. The space will be prepared with care through altar presence, candles, sacred objects, and a grounded sanctuary atmosphere. This is the moment to transition out of the day and into the heart.Opening Circle & IntentionThe ceremony begins with a guided opening circle. We will create sacred space through prayer, presence, and intention. You will be invited to reflect on what your heart is carrying, what you are ready to soften, and what kind of connection you are calling back into your life.Receiving the CacaoThe cacao is prepared ceremonially and offered with reverence. Each cup is received as an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and honor the relationship between body, spirit, Earth, and community.Movement, Sound & Inner JourneyMusic will guide the next part of the experience. You may be invited into gentle movement, stillness, breath, meditation, or quiet inner reflection. There is no performance here. Your body leads. Your heart speaks in its own timing.Reflection & Sharing CircleAs the ceremony begins to land, space will be opened for reflection and optional sharing. You are welcome to speak, witness, listen, journal, or simply be present. The circle is held with respect, confidentiality, and care.Integration & ClosingThe ceremony closes with grounding, gratitude, and simple integration guidance. Guests are encouraged to drink water, rest, journal, and give themselves space after the gathering. The effects of a meaningful ceremony may continue to unfold gently in the hours or days that follow. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/9da9fe20-c621-11f1-ba03-b7505d4e7d42-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg Who This Is ForThis gathering is for anyone who feels called to reconnect with the heart in a sacred, grounded, and community-held way.This experience may be supportive for:People seeking emotional softness, reflection, and heart connectionPeople who feel overwhelmed, guarded, or disconnected from themselvesPeople who want to experience ceremonial cacao in a respectful settingPeople craving sacred community and meaningful connectionPeople interested in meditation, movement, sound, prayer, or ceremonyPeople who want a monthly spiritual practice that feels warm and accessiblePeople who are curious about cacao but want a safe, guided environmentPeople desiring a space to slow down, listen inward, and return to presenceWhat Is IncludedSacred sanctuary experience at Temple Mother EarthGuided facilitation and ceremonial containerOpening circle and intention settingCeremonial cacao prepared with careGentle movement, sound, meditation, or inner journey practiceReflection and optional sharing circleGrounding and integration guidanceCommunity connection in a sacred, respectful spaceUse of available temple mats, blankets, or supportive props as needed https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/9dbff720-c621-11f1-ba03-b7505d4e7d42-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg What To BringJournalPenWater bottleComfortable clothingLayers for warmth and comfortAn open heart and a willingness to be presentAny personal item you may want near you for reflection, if desiredTemple Mother Earth will provide the ceremonial space, cacao, and supportive materials needed for the gathering.LocationTemple Mother EarthWashington, DCExact arrival details and any preparation notes will be shared after registration.TimeEvery 3rd Wednesday of the Month7:00 PM to 9:00 PMPlease allow spaciousness for arrival, grounding, and a gentle transition after the ceremony. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/9dd023c0-c621-11f1-ba03-b7505d4e7d42-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg A Note From Temple Mother EarthAt Temple Mother Earth, we believe sacred space gives people permission to remember who they are beneath the noise, pressure, and protection they have had to carry.This cacao ceremony is part of our living devotion to healing, embodiment, integration, community, and returning to the God within you. We gather not to become someone else, but to come home to the truth that has always lived inside the heart.You are welcome here whether you are new to ceremony or deeply familiar with sacred practice. Come as you are. Bring your breath. Bring your questions. Bring the part of you that is ready to soften.Explore More Sacred ExperiencesYour journey does not have to begin and end with this one gathering. Temple Mother Earth offers a living calendar of sacred experiences designed to support healing, integration, embodiment, community, and deeper connection to the God within you.Sacred SeriesCACAO: The Heart OpenerHapé: The SilencerSacred Tea CeremonySacred Kambo CeremonyLevel 5: InitiationFrequency, Fungi & FlowInner Alchemy SpaSacred Tea HouseCommunity PotluckSacred Yin YogaWomen's Wellness WednesdayThe Cove: Men's CircleWAYS TO PARTICIPATEThe Temple welcomes you, whether you can offer a full ticket or whether your reciprocity takes a different form. There are three ways in:(1) Reserve a seat at any of the three tiers above. Early Bird, General, or Supporter - each is an honored doorway.(2) Financial Support Options. A small number of supported seats are available for community members whose path here is held by reciprocity in a different form. Complete the brief application at the Energy Exchange Application form, and we will respond within 24-72 hours.(3) Energy Exchange (Service Contribution). Offer your hands to the Temple before sitting in the ceremony. Service before ceremony, the literal exchange. Intake calls held Monday afternoons, 2-4 PM ET only. Apply at Energy Exchange Application form.We respond to every inquiry personally. Capacity is limited at every tier.Reserve Your SpaceSpace is intentionally held with care so each guest can feel welcomed, grounded, and supported inside the circle.If your heart has been asking for a place to soften, breathe, reconnect, and be witnessed in sacred community, this gathering is an invitation to return.Reserve your space now and join us for CACAO: The Heart Opener at Temple Mother Earth. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/cacao-the-heart-opener/10000890335636857 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, meditation, food-drinks, yoga, calendar, spiritual, potluck, anzac-day - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Temple Mother Earth - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 37.05, max: 60.54, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: Temple Mother Earth - **lat**: 38.8641775 - **long**: -76.98158769999999 - **full address**: Temple Mother Earth, Washington,, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: CACAO: The Heart Opener - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/3568d6e43ea6030298dc4f7fa00dfad4e9656ec0c8e60e9f5c798c77e4e0bc21-rimg-w1200-h600-dc1c0f05-gmir.jpg?v=1778206763 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is CACAO: The Heart Opener being held? - **A:** CACAO: The Heart Opener takes place on Sat, 04 May, 2024 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 16 Dec, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Temple Mother Earth, Washington,, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing CACAO: The Heart Opener? - **A:** CACAO: The Heart Opener is organized by Temple Of Mother Earth. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** CACAO: The Heart Opener is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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