CACAO, MEDITATION & SOUND BATH 02/10/2026 7-9pm

Description

Sink into stillness, be held by sound, and reconnect with the earth beneath you. A journey of cacao, guided meditation, the drum, singing bowls, and other gentle instruments, followed by journaling and integration, so you leave not just relaxed, but deeply embodied.

📅 Event Details

🗓 Date: 02/10/2026

⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (2 Hours)

📍 Location: St. Martins Church, Vicarage Road North, Castleton, Rochdale, OL11 2EE

💫 Exchange: £30

🌿 SOUND-SUPPORTED MEDITATION & SOUND BATH 🌿 A grounding two-hour evening designed to support deep rest, embodied awareness, and nervous-system regulation through a combination of heart-warming cacao, guided meditation, sound, and integration.

This session offers a steady, unhurried space to slow down, reconnect with the body, and settle beneath the noise of everyday thinking. Held in a small, carefully contained group, the emphasis is on safety, presence, and ease throughout. Nothing is required of you other than to arrive and allow the experience to unfold.

✨ THE FLOW OF THE EVENING

• Cacao Drink & Opening Meditation: We begin by sharing a warm, low-dose cacao drink with coconut milk to gently open the heart and soften into the space, followed by a short guided meditation rooted in presence, awareness, and gentle attention.

• A Rhythmic Beat: From this grounded place, the steady, rhythmic beat of the shamanic drum helps settle the nervous system and supports your attention to arrive fully in the body.

• Sound Journey: You will then sink into a rich sound bath with Tibetan singing bowls, rainstick, native flute, and other gentle instruments. The vibrations offer the body a chance to soften, regulate, and drop into deeper states of relaxation.

• Grounding Meditation: As the instruments fade, a short grounding meditation guides your awareness back into the room, ensuring you feel settled and present.

• Integration, Journaling & Closing Gift: We close with a dedicated period for quiet journaling and integration, allowing the experience to ground into your body. Silence is always welcome, and there is no pressure to share. You will also receive a small gift to take home to support your ongoing practice.

🌿 THE NATURE OF THIS PRACTICE This is a non-performative, embodied approach to rest and self-care. There is nothing to fix, achieve, or improve. Instead, the practice supports:

• Resting awareness in direct experience

• Softening reactivity and mental over-effort

• Building trust in the body’s natural intelligence

• Relating to thoughts and emotions without resistance

🌱 A SMALL, SUPPORTED SPACE These sessions are intentionally limited in size to maintain intimacy, safety, and care. Everything you need for comfort is provided:

• Yoga mats & blankets

• Large velvet memory-foam cushions & meditation cushions

• Chairs (available if sitting or lying on the floor is uncomfortable)

You are welcome to adjust your position at any time to stay comfortable.

🌿 WHO THIS SESSION MAY SUPPORT This offering may be helpful for:

• Those new to meditation or sound baths

• Experienced practitioners seeking a grounded, heart-centered approach

• Anyone experiencing stress, emotional intensity, or mental overload

• Sensitive nervous systems needing rest, regulation, and integration

No prior experience is required.

⚠️ A Gentle Note: Sound baths and cacao may not be suitable if you:

• Have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device

• Are in the first trimester of pregnancy

• Experience sound-induced epilepsy or seizures

• Are taking certain medications (such as heavy MAOIs/antidepressants) or have severe cardiovascular conditions (relevant for cacao)

• Are currently navigating severe, untreated mental health conditions

If you are unsure, please check with your healthcare provider before attending.

Anything Else? Just bring yourself and a bottle of water to stay hydrated. Mats, cushions, and blankets are provided, though you are welcome to bring extra layers or anything else that helps you feel supported as you rest.