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Chelsea J. (Denver, US)
Amazing Training

I’m 4 weeks into this training, and so far it’s been a wonderful experience. I have always had an interest in facilitating cacao ceremonies but wasn’t sure where to start. The information shared in this course is absolutely fantastic. Soul Lift Cacao is also a beautiful brand, offering the best quality ceremonial cacao I’ve ever had. I highly recommend.

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Michelle (Venice, US)
Better with Every Bite

Where do I begin…

I’m a yoga teacher and sound bath practitioner. I was looking for something to add to the toolkit because, as Nick also says, each person needs a different medicine and I thought it would be lovely if I had something else in the bag to offer. Here is how it’s going:

The first sip… “Okay, why is he speaking so slowly?…Weeeell…Why exactly do I need a faster delivery? Where do I need to be anyway? What would be the point of speeding up intake? Ah, the judge is here. Salty. Let’s take a seat, shall we?” Already a lesson within the lesson.

Second sip… “Oh, that’s rich! Complex, yet simple and refined.” Nick addresses his vagueness. It’s intentional. He offers the science and history very concisely and thoroughly. Bites just big enough for you to chew on and respond to in a slow, meaningful way so you actually synthesize the experience and information.

Third sip… “Aw, THIS is the good s$@$% (stuff)! I think Nick might BE the cacao. Lol. Incidentally, the answer to why he speaks at the speed he does is in the third sip/module. And it makes complete sense. This is what it feels like to be aware of someone holding space for you while showing you how to hold space. The magic is unfolding with each taste.

That is pretty much the basic representation of how the modules are progressing for me. I’ve just finished the videos for the third module. Each one has hit different parts of me a lot like taste hits the different parts of the tongue—sometimes bitter, sometimes meaty/umami, sometimes sweet, etc., but like a good cacao, the quality, complexity and clarity come through. The information is comprehensive and “full,” but never overwhelming. They're explored more deeply and intimately through the exercises assigned after each module. I think of it as "therapeutic discomfort" (also addressed in a module). You know how it is, the way a long held yin yoga pose feels-- a little painful from atrophy and in need of attention or like discovering a muscle you forgot you even had. Still sitting with the memory of the first three modules, but very much looking forward to the next sip when the fourth is unlocked. Cheers!

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Michael C. (Oakley, US)
Perfect example of conscious ceremonial facilitation

This course is definitely worth the price of admission. I found myself resonating deeply with the philosophies Nick shares, and found the first three modules to be highly impactful in terms of setting the right mindset to enter into the role of ceremonial facilitator. I have completed the first half of the program as of this review, and find the ‘how to’ nature of the middle section of the program to be very helpful, especially for anyone who has not experienced creating or hosting live events. I highly look forward to the last four weeks, as the titles of those modules feel very much aligned to what I wanted to learn in this program.

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Charlotte D. (Mill Valley, US)
A worthwhile investment for people of all spiritual backgrounds

This 10 week experience deepened my relationship with ceremonial cacao, with the cacao community at large, and with my own budding spiritual framework. I learned not just how to create sacred containers for others, but how to foster moments of reverence just for me, so that my cup is actually full enough for others to drink from. Nick is a flexible and adept educator with a keen understanding of how everyone's approach to spirituality differs, which makes this course material easily applicable to many traditions, many walks of life, and many communities. Avoiding cultural appropriation is a fine line to walk; Nick's years of experience working directly with indigenous Guatemalan communities allowed him to find that delicate balance between giving thanks and paying homage, and creating his own ceremonies that allow Mayan tradition to stay unique to the Mayan lineage. The producers of Soul Lift's cacao want their medicine spread far and wide, but enjoying their generosity ethically and authentically is up to us.

The very concept of a "ceremony" is deconstructed into its component parts and parallels are drawn between all traditions; in truth, all any ceremony boils down to is some combination of community, symbolism, breathwork, movement, music, sharing, and reverence. It's just an opportunity to ground our energy and re-connect to our both our innermost self and our highest intuition, and it can happen either alone in our bedrooms or in a room full of people. Nick challenged us to approach our outward expression of spirituality as a creative outlet, and to delve into the influences, be they cultural, environmental, or spiritual, that have already shaped us individually. We learned how essential it is to honor our own lifelong journeys before assisting others in theirs. Staying true to ourselves is the best and only way to show up authentically for other seekers who come to us for ceremony, and cacao is nothing if not the medicine of TRUTH. If you are at all curious about ceremonial cacao, about holding ceremony, about articulating your spiritual framework to the world, or all of the above, this course, is highly, highly recommended. Endless gratitude for Nick, his healing vision, and his unstoppable work ethic! You are truly doing God's work...

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Elise T.
Comprehensive learning experience

I very much enjoyed the 10-week Cacao Powered Facilitator Course. I came in with a basic knowledge of ceremonial cacao and finished feeling confident and excited to incorporate ceremonial cacao into my life and healing practices. This course provides an overview into the many facets of cacao, including nutritional benefits, plant spirit medicine and energetics as well as introduces one to the principles of group facilitation that lead to creating and holding safe containers and experiences.
I was especially grateful for the conversations around ethical practices with using and sourcing cacao, and am happy to have found a company like Soul Lift Cacao! I look forward to many more cups of cacao and to sharing this beautiful medicine with others.
Thank you, Nick!!

Le facilitateur alimenté par le cacao : cours autoguidé de 10 semaines

REMARQUE : POUR RECEVOIR VOTRE COURS GRATUIT CACAO PLUS RAPIDEMENT, FAITES DÉFILER VERS LE BAS ET RECHERCHEZ LE PACK COURS+CACAO !

Avez-vous entendu parler du potentiel magique du cacao cérémoniel et vous vous demandez ce qu'il en est ? Ou l'avez-vous expérimenté vous-même et souhaitez-vous apprendre à le partager ?

Au cours de ce voyage épique de 10 semaines, vous entrerez dans un creuset conçu pour vous aider à avancer sur votre chemin en tant que facilitateur d'expériences cacao.

Cela pourrait signifier que vous organiserez des cérémonies. Ou que vous ajouterez du cacao à vos cours de yoga, groupes d'hommes, soirées de danse, massages ou séances de Reiki, que vous l'intégrerez à votre organisation ou que vous le partagerez avec vos amis et votre famille.

Chaque parcours est unique. Ce cours vous aidera à découvrir votre propre voie grâce aux conseils d'un instructeur expert, Nick Meador, fondateur de Soul Lift Cacao.

Ce cours adopte une approche pratique et terre-à-terre pour travailler le cacao de manière éthique et responsable.

Tout au long des 10 semaines, vous couvrirez tous les aspects de la facilitation, depuis une idée de rassemblement jusqu'à la logistique et la promotion, la préparation et le service du cacao, la prise de parole en public et le leadership, l'éthique et la sécurité, etc. Vous aurez l'occasion de surmonter les blocages grâce à des exercices autodirigés.

OBJECTIF DU COURS

1) La philosophie de la facilitation transformationnelle et de la tenue d'espaces sûrs

2) Développement personnel en tant que leader et orateur public à une époque complexe

3) Amener le cacao dans un contexte moderne de guérison et de développement personnel tout en « redonnant » par la reconnaissance et le paiement

Cliquez pour voir le plan complet du cours (téléchargement PDF)


À PROPOS DE VOTRE INSTRUCTEUR

Nick parcourt l'Amérique centrale depuis 2016, à la rencontre de plantations de cacao, de collectifs et d'experts. Depuis 2017, il forme des personnes à partager leur cacao.

De plus, Nick s'engage dans la facilitation transformationnelle depuis une décennie. Il s'est formé auprès de diverses traditions, écoles et lignées de guérison et de développement personnel, et recherche les principes et la dynamique qui les unissent.

Bien que le cacao soit un allié végétal doux et qu'il n'existe aucune accréditation ou certification internationale pour travailler avec ce fruit, il est essentiel de suivre une formation auprès d'un expert avant de partager du cacao lors d'un atelier ou d'une cérémonie. Saisissez votre chance !

TÉMOIGNAGES

Regardez à gauche sur ordinateur portable/de bureau, ou faites défiler vers le bas sur mobile, pour lire de nombreux témoignages d'anciens participants au cours !

À PROPOS DU CACAO CÉRÉMONIAL

Le cacao est la forme naturelle et non transformée du chocolat, cultivé dans les régions tropicales du monde entier. La plupart des gens le connaissent comme un superaliment. Il est probablement le plus riche en antioxydants de tous les aliments. Il contient des minéraux bénéfiques comme le fer et le magnésium. Son principal composé actif, la théobromine, procure un regain d'énergie sans les effets secondaires ni les fringales du café.

Mais le cacao a aussi un autre aspect que l'on ne retrouve pas dans les magasins d'aliments naturels. Des légendes racontent que d'anciennes civilisations mésoaméricaines utilisaient le cacao à des fins introspectives et festives, le surnommant « Nourriture des Dieux » et l'échangeant même comme monnaie d'échange. Cet aspect « médicament végétal » plus mystérieux du cacao offre le potentiel de vous rapprocher de votre corps et de votre âme. Vous pouvez y trouver des pistes de réflexion sur la meilleure voie à suivre, ainsi que la concentration et la motivation nécessaires pour atteindre ces objectifs.

Vous serez étonné de la rapidité avec laquelle vous pourrez apprendre à préparer et à servir du cacao afin que vos clients et les membres de votre communauté puissent ressentir un impact positif dans leur vie !

REMARQUE : Ce cours ne traite pas des pratiques cérémonielles autochtones, de l'histoire ancienne ou de la cosmovision maya. Il vise à animer des ateliers modernes autour du cacao cérémoniel. Nick travaille en collaboration avec des guides mayas pour les aider à préserver leurs traditions et valeurs spirituelles. Cela passe également par l'approvisionnement en cacao cérémoniel par le biais d'un commerce direct éthique qui soutient les préparateurs autochtones de cacao, davantage que par des modèles de fabrication de chocolat « de la fève à la tablette ». Ainsi, nous pouvons utiliser le cacao dans un contexte moderne avec respect et intégrité, grâce à une transmission éthique des éléments culturels qui se traduit par une reconnaissance et une rémunération.

LE COURS COMPREND

• Vidéo d'introduction et 10 modules hebdomadaires de vidéos (environ 1 heure de contenu par module), débloqués une semaine à la fois. CLIQUEZ POUR VOIR LE PLAN COMPLET DU COURS

• Des visites guidées des pratiques d'incarnation et de communication que vous pouvez diriger (y compris des démonstrations expérientielles des pratiques d'incarnation)

• Des exercices dans chaque module pour le développement personnel et l'approfondissement de votre connexion avec le cacao

• Bloc de 1 lb de Lavalove et bloc de 1 lb de cacao cérémoniel Heart of the Earth (expédition gratuite aux États-Unis ; expédition internationale à prix réduit) – une valeur de 131 $ ! - REMARQUE : Commandez votre cacao avec votre plat ci-dessous et recevez-le plus rapidement !

• Le guide du facilitateur Soul Lift Cacao de 27 pages (PDF numérique) – d'une valeur de 11 $ !

• Certificat de fin de formation à la fin du cours (prérequis : regarder toutes les vidéos et réaliser tous les exercices)

BONUS

• Entrée au groupe Soul Lift Cacao Trainee Lounge sur Facebook, une ressource privée accessible uniquement aux autres facilitateurs ayant suivi nos formations

• Visite virtuelle d'une ferme de cacao (diaporama préenregistré)

• Les titulaires d'un certificat de 10 semaines ont la possibilité de rejoindre notre programme de praticiens pour bénéficier d'une remise de gros, d'une inscription dans l'annuaire et bien plus encore ! (REMARQUE : L'admission au programme de praticiens est accordée au cas par cas et n'est pas garantie.)

NOTE SUR LE COURS CACAO

Vous aurez un accès immédiat aux supports de cours. Si vous commandez le cours « Cacao » ci-dessous en même temps que l'achat du cours, il vous sera livré sous 7 jours aux États-Unis. Les envois internationaux prennent généralement 10 à 14 jours entre la commande et la réception.

Customer Reviews

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Chelsea J. (Denver, US)
Amazing Training

I’m 4 weeks into this training, and so far it’s been a wonderful experience. I have always had an interest in facilitating cacao ceremonies but wasn’t sure where to start. The information shared in this course is absolutely fantastic. Soul Lift Cacao is also a beautiful brand, offering the best quality ceremonial cacao I’ve ever had. I highly recommend.

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Michelle (Venice, US)
Better with Every Bite

Where do I begin…

I’m a yoga teacher and sound bath practitioner. I was looking for something to add to the toolkit because, as Nick also says, each person needs a different medicine and I thought it would be lovely if I had something else in the bag to offer. Here is how it’s going:

The first sip… “Okay, why is he speaking so slowly?…Weeeell…Why exactly do I need a faster delivery? Where do I need to be anyway? What would be the point of speeding up intake? Ah, the judge is here. Salty. Let’s take a seat, shall we?” Already a lesson within the lesson.

Second sip… “Oh, that’s rich! Complex, yet simple and refined.” Nick addresses his vagueness. It’s intentional. He offers the science and history very concisely and thoroughly. Bites just big enough for you to chew on and respond to in a slow, meaningful way so you actually synthesize the experience and information.

Third sip… “Aw, THIS is the good s$@$% (stuff)! I think Nick might BE the cacao. Lol. Incidentally, the answer to why he speaks at the speed he does is in the third sip/module. And it makes complete sense. This is what it feels like to be aware of someone holding space for you while showing you how to hold space. The magic is unfolding with each taste.

That is pretty much the basic representation of how the modules are progressing for me. I’ve just finished the videos for the third module. Each one has hit different parts of me a lot like taste hits the different parts of the tongue—sometimes bitter, sometimes meaty/umami, sometimes sweet, etc., but like a good cacao, the quality, complexity and clarity come through. The information is comprehensive and “full,” but never overwhelming. They're explored more deeply and intimately through the exercises assigned after each module. I think of it as "therapeutic discomfort" (also addressed in a module). You know how it is, the way a long held yin yoga pose feels-- a little painful from atrophy and in need of attention or like discovering a muscle you forgot you even had. Still sitting with the memory of the first three modules, but very much looking forward to the next sip when the fourth is unlocked. Cheers!

M
Michael C. (Oakley, US)
Perfect example of conscious ceremonial facilitation

This course is definitely worth the price of admission. I found myself resonating deeply with the philosophies Nick shares, and found the first three modules to be highly impactful in terms of setting the right mindset to enter into the role of ceremonial facilitator. I have completed the first half of the program as of this review, and find the ‘how to’ nature of the middle section of the program to be very helpful, especially for anyone who has not experienced creating or hosting live events. I highly look forward to the last four weeks, as the titles of those modules feel very much aligned to what I wanted to learn in this program.

C
Charlotte D. (Mill Valley, US)
A worthwhile investment for people of all spiritual backgrounds

This 10 week experience deepened my relationship with ceremonial cacao, with the cacao community at large, and with my own budding spiritual framework. I learned not just how to create sacred containers for others, but how to foster moments of reverence just for me, so that my cup is actually full enough for others to drink from. Nick is a flexible and adept educator with a keen understanding of how everyone's approach to spirituality differs, which makes this course material easily applicable to many traditions, many walks of life, and many communities. Avoiding cultural appropriation is a fine line to walk; Nick's years of experience working directly with indigenous Guatemalan communities allowed him to find that delicate balance between giving thanks and paying homage, and creating his own ceremonies that allow Mayan tradition to stay unique to the Mayan lineage. The producers of Soul Lift's cacao want their medicine spread far and wide, but enjoying their generosity ethically and authentically is up to us.

The very concept of a "ceremony" is deconstructed into its component parts and parallels are drawn between all traditions; in truth, all any ceremony boils down to is some combination of community, symbolism, breathwork, movement, music, sharing, and reverence. It's just an opportunity to ground our energy and re-connect to our both our innermost self and our highest intuition, and it can happen either alone in our bedrooms or in a room full of people. Nick challenged us to approach our outward expression of spirituality as a creative outlet, and to delve into the influences, be they cultural, environmental, or spiritual, that have already shaped us individually. We learned how essential it is to honor our own lifelong journeys before assisting others in theirs. Staying true to ourselves is the best and only way to show up authentically for other seekers who come to us for ceremony, and cacao is nothing if not the medicine of TRUTH. If you are at all curious about ceremonial cacao, about holding ceremony, about articulating your spiritual framework to the world, or all of the above, this course, is highly, highly recommended. Endless gratitude for Nick, his healing vision, and his unstoppable work ethic! You are truly doing God's work...

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Elise T.
Comprehensive learning experience

I very much enjoyed the 10-week Cacao Powered Facilitator Course. I came in with a basic knowledge of ceremonial cacao and finished feeling confident and excited to incorporate ceremonial cacao into my life and healing practices. This course provides an overview into the many facets of cacao, including nutritional benefits, plant spirit medicine and energetics as well as introduces one to the principles of group facilitation that lead to creating and holding safe containers and experiences.
I was especially grateful for the conversations around ethical practices with using and sourcing cacao, and am happy to have found a company like Soul Lift Cacao! I look forward to many more cups of cacao and to sharing this beautiful medicine with others.
Thank you, Nick!!

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