Rituals to Open Your Heart

Did you know that cacao's active compound—theobromine—is a powerful cardiovascular stimulant that gives cacao its beloved heart-opening properties? When you sip cacao, you are giving your heart the energy it needs to speak clearly to your mind and body. Pair that with positive intentions and consistency, and you have yourself the perfect combo for living and leading with more love.

Create space in your morning flow to make time to be with yourself. Each day brings new energy. Whether you a feeling called to a quiet meditation, a grounding walk through your neighborhood, a yoga flow or some deep clearing breaths, you get to choose how you set the energy for your day. If your schedule is tight, even just five minutes of alone time is a powerful affirmation of your commitment to honoring yourself.

Your body is a loving friend who wants to support you in living your best life. Check in with your body each morning to see how it's feeling. Ask: "Body, what do you need today?" Listen, and whenever possible, follow through. Some days your body might need a cleansing green juice or an intensive workout, others it may need some deep breaths or a hearty meal. When you lovingly give your body what it needs, you cultivate a more loving connection with all life and Mother Earth. 

How might your life transform is you lived each day with an open heart? Cacao is a powerful plant medicine that opens the doorway to open-hearted awareness. Commit this month to sitting in quiet reflection with cacao each day and observe what this sacred plant and your heart have to share with you. You will be amazed by how much more alignment you can experience when your heart is leading the way. Not to mention all of cacao's amazing mood-boosting, antioxidant and energizing benefits too!