Why Lemon Rose?
Lemons remind us of the uplifting joy that can occur in the healing and cleansing process. And it was via a tremendous offering of lemons from my neighbor's tree that I found them to be not only medicinally soothing, but also generously abundant.
Roses serve as our mirrors, reflecting the path of the inner journey. Through their sweet fragrance, they emit the feminine pull, the one that guides a person deeper into the curves of their own heart so that they may open up and become fully embodied. A blossoming of beauty and a teacher for how beautiful it is to journey into one's heart.
Lemon Rose Gatherings are heart-led events facilitated by Patricia Levy in stewardship with the sacred medicine of Cacao, more specifically the native heirloom strains, beyond fair trade, whole beans of KAKAO.
What Is Cacao?
Cacao is chocolate in its purest form which holds a wealth of medicinal and holistic benefits, especially regarding stress management and resilience.
The scientific benefits of cacao can be broken down to include these compounds:
- Theobromine ("Food of the Gods") - cousin to caffeine, yet a milder stimulant
- Anandamide ("the bliss molecule") - best known for its role in producing the feeling of happiness
- Magnesium - every cell of the body contains magnesium therefore thrives from the replenishment of this mineral
- Tryptophan - an essential amino acid and sole precursor to serotonin ("the feel-good chemical")
Spiritually, Cacao is an incredibly nurturing feminine spirit whose essence and teachings has been preserved by the Mayan elders. Wisdom that has now left the jungles and spread out into the world to guide others in leading from their heart.
In gratitude to this lineage, I am honored to have been given the opportunity to develop my own connection to Cacao, and therefore pay it forward by extending her gift to others.
Thanks & Credit:
Photography provided by KAKAO Ceremonial Drinking Chocolate flykakao.com