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SUMMARY:MIDDLE MOUNTAIN SACRED WALK & CEREMONIAL CACAO!
DESCRIPTION:“The mountains are not a place to scape from life\, but a place to find meaning in it.” ~ Jamie Anderson\n \nThroughout human history\, cultures have revered certain mountains as sacred living beings with the ability to activate our connection with the divine\, to trigger a sense of inner peace\, to receive spiritual messages\, and to be initiated in the path of a higher service\, as in the case of the Peruvian tradition. \nJoin us to explore the land of the sacred Middle Mountain (AKA Sutter Buttes\,) recognized as the “world’s smallest mountain range.” They contain a ten-mile wide circle of volcanic peaks that are dramatically isolated in the center of the Sacramento Valley. \nPrior to the Gold Rush era\, the Sacramento Valley\, specifically the Yuba Sutter region\, was the homeland of the Maidu and Wintun native people\, who considered this land a “sacred” place of deep respect and spiritual and physical sustenance. \nCeremonial cacao has been used for centuries and in many cultures as a healing ally to release heavy emotions locked in the body\, while activating the sacred heart center. Cacao is known as a heart-opener due to it’s many active ingredients such as Theobromine. This word with Greek roots translates to “Food of the Gods” and potentiates the release of dopamine\, the “pleasure” hormone. \nOur time with the Sacred Mountain will be guided by the wisdom of autumn\, honored in the ancient traditions as a time of “introspection\,” inviting us to walk with a quiet mind and an open heart to look inward through the practice of self contemplation. Our hearts will be sacredly activated by the medicine of a “Cacao Ceremony” at the beginning of the walk. \n  \nEnergy Exchange: $60 (non-refundable but transferable for this event only) \nPre-Registration is needed as this hike is limited to 15 people! \nYou can pay through Zelle: ma@fyspirit.com \nPlease add $2 more to enjoy your full contribution with\nVenmo: account.venmo.com/u/freeyourspirit OR PayPal:  paypal.me/mariscelaalvarez\nBe sure it is sent to Free Your Spirit\, which is my “business” account. \nQuestions and more information with Mariscela at 530-863-0003\, ma@fyspirit.com \n\nIMPORTANT TO KNOW ABOUT THIS SACRED WALK: \n\nThis is a hiking activity for women\, men\, and children 12 and up.\nThis is a moderate hiking\, 2 to 3 miles and generally less than 600 feet elevation gain/loss.\nWe’ll have 2 to 3 guides hiking with us and sharing their wisdom.\nWe ask you to be on time at the meeting place (before 8 am is appreciated.)\nWear comfortable walking shoes with good tread/traction (sneakers are not recommended.)\nFeel free to bring hiking or walking sticks.\nBring a backpack containing your lunch\, snacks and water.\nBring any sacred item(s) you’d like to carry and place on the altar.\nBring anything else you might consider necessary.\nIn case of rain or cancellation on our part\, you will be notified the morning of the walk\, and your payment will be fully refunded.\nInvite and bring your friends!\n\n\nIMPORTANT TO KNOW ABOUT CEREMONIAL CACAO: \n\nThe cacao we honor is 100% Peruvian cacao\, ceremonial grade\, organic and\, vegan.\nA cacao ceremony is a type of Shamanic Healing\, but it doesn’t produce “hallucinogenic” or out of body effects.\nCacao is not sustainable for anyone with chocolate\, nut\, chili or spice allergies.\nCacao is not recommended for anyone with heart conditions or high blood pressure\, as cacao increases blood flow to the brain and the heart.\nDo not take cacao if you take high doses or SSRI/anti-depressant medications and/or suffer from severe mental illness. If you’re sensitive to caffeine or if pregnant (especially 1st trimester.)\nIf any of the above applies to you\, a “rose tea” option can be available so you can still highly benefit from the energy of the circle and other activities. Please send Mariscela your request!\n\n\nNote: Our dearest friend\, Stan Padilla\, will be our main guide from whom we will learn a respectful\nreverence for life and the special place the Sutter Buttes hold for local Native Americans!
URL:https://fyspirit.com/event/middle-mountain-heart-opening-cacao-ceremony-sacred-walk/
LOCATION:Meet at Feather Down Shopping Center at the tables to the left of Bel Air Market\, 1258 Stabler Lane\, Yuba City
CATEGORIES:Cacao Ceremony
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