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When you hear the word "creativity," you might picture artists in berets painting with a palette of colours, or writers clicking away on vintage typewriters in hidden cabins deep in the woods. Maybe your version of creativity thrives in the digital world, or it’s expressed through the body in movement, like dance.
Creativity is an energy, a mystical force, that can pour out in abundance at one moment, then seem to vanish like a dried-up riverbed the next. We might find ourselves completely in the flow, only to suddenly discover our inspiration has disappeared.
Creative inspiration can’t be forced. However, ceremonial cacao can help spark and awaken our creative spirit from within. Let’s find out how!
In a world where we’re often plugged into the analytical and logical ‘left brain’, it can be tough to switch off the mind and enter a more creative ‘right brain’ state.
Enter cacao, stage left (or actually right!), with her gentle ability to open the heart whilst simultaneously calming the mind, a potent power duo to encourage creativity!
Spaciousness, presence and mindfulness are also necessary to embody for creativity to flow. Cacao is a beautiful bridge to cultivate this sense of ‘beingness’ where new inspiration and potential are possible.
Cacao, in its purest ceremonial form, embodies a gentle magic. With each sip, you can almost feel the world slow down and the inner landscape widen, making space for creative energies to move freely. As it boosts blood flow to the brain, clarity sharpens, focus deepens, and the senses awaken.
Meanwhile, the body responds, flooding with those luminous messengers, serotonin and dopamine, to stir joy and well-being from within. In this meeting place of body and spirit, heart and mind, the ground is readied - creativity roots, blossoms, and has the potential to run wild.
As we’ve shared, cacao has the ability to bring us into more of a ‘flow state’ by boosting blood flow to the brain, which in turn can hone our focus, clarity and concentration
Mele - Artist, Creative and Ceremonialist, shares about her journey of intentionally combining Sacred Earth Medicine ceremonial cacao with her creative endeavours:
I have discovered that incorporating cacao into my creative practice allows me to find stillness, presence, groundedness, and a deeper connection with myself first and foremost
My ability to focus for extended periods has increased, and I can feel the presence of a benevolent energy supporting and guiding me.
One thing I wasn’t expecting was how much the weaving of cacao with my creative practice would boost my confidence! I found myself embodying more trust, not only in my heart and creativity, but also in my guidance and in how I moved through challenges or obstacles that arose with so much more ease.
In the above cacao ceremony, I was able to paint this beautiful drum. I found the cacao so nourishing, helping me connect to my confidence as an artist. With the spirit of cacao as my benevolent ally, I felt her cheering me on as I created this precious ceremonial piece.
So, what’s actually in cacao that awakens the creative muse within and brings us more into a ‘flow’ state? Let’s explore the compounds that cacao contains and how they can nurture creative expression.
Cacao’s influence on our creative potential starts with its remarkable chemical makeup – a blend of unique compounds that work in harmony.
Theobromine acts as a smooth, gentle stimulant that boosts blood flow and focus while avoiding the edginess of caffeine. Then there’s phenylethylamine, often called the “love molecule,” which inspires feelings of excitement, motivation, and a spirit of creativity. Anandamide, aptly named after the Sanskrit word for “bliss”, is a neurotransmitter that gently elevates mood, eases stress, and invites a calm, open mindset that’s perfect for letting inspiration flow.
Beyond those, cacao is rich in flavonoids, powerful antioxidants that encourage optimal blood flow to the brain, supporting sharper memory and clearer thinking. Magnesium, another vital component, soothes the nervous system, relieves mental fatigue, and hones focus.
Together, these elements make cacao a natural ally for anyone seeking to nurture their imagination and support the brain’s innate capacity for creative exploration.
Maybe you struggle with your creativity, or feel your creativity gets easily blocked and stagnates? Perhaps you have a story running that you’re not creative (this last one is more common than you think).
The thing about creativity is that it can’t be boxed or caged!
There are so many ways to be creative, so how do we define something as vast and expansive as creativity? And what can get in the way of our unique creative expression from being shared?
Perfectionism, a ‘right or wrong’ mindset, or doing it for others, will inevitably suck the joy out of your creative endeavours! The truth is, we are all innately creative, and all have access to a well of creativity. We may just need to get out of our own way to access it.
This is where Cacao again comes in, supporting us to connect to a deeper part of ourselves (our inner child) and reclaim an innocence around creating that’s not based on how another views it, or a good or bad mindset.
With cacao as our ally, we can tap into a playful energy, releasing any emotional blocks that are hindering the creative energy from flowing uninhibitedly. We remember, instead, the pure joy of creating for creation’s sake!
Performative or competitive creativity falls away, and what opens up is a curiosity. We fall in love again with the simple pleasure of the activity. Rather than the focus being all about the outcome.
Below is a simple process for bringing cacao and creativity together. This framework will support you in understanding the impact cacao has on your creativity and the best ways to weave it into your creative life.
Carve out time and find a quiet place where you can be alone with your thoughts. You might like to clear the space and your body with sage or palo santo, and set the mood by lighting a candle, or play some inspiring music. This helps set the scene and may make it easier to dive into your creative flow.
Take a moment before you drink your cacao to get clear on the intention for your creative exploration. This will create a focused energy that will guide your creative process. Presence and Preparation: As you brew your cacao, do it with full presence and devotion. Let the preparation become a calming ritual that brings you out of ‘everyday’ time and into sacred time. Savour the taste and warmth of the cacao, letting it signal to your mind it’s time for creativity.
After drinking your cacao, spend 5 or 10 minutes doing something to activate cacao’s creative energy. Some ideas are: dance playfully, shake and shimmy your whole body until your energy is moving, listen to an evocative piece of music, lay on the earth or in the sun, watch the birds in the sky, sing in the shower (many great ideas have been sparked in the shower!), walk in nature, observe your breath, meditate, gaze at a candle or anything you know holds a key for you personally to get you out of your head and into a flow state.
Use this inspiration and dive into your creative work with an open heart. No matter what form your creativity takes, see how cacao inspires you. Pay attention to your experience, noticing if you feel more inspired or connected to your creativity.
When complete, take some time to reflect on the experiment. How did the cacao make you feel, and did you notice a difference in your creativity?
Taking time to really sit with your experience afterwards is important, as this reflection time offers up valuable information that can be used as a guide for further use.
Cacao has long been cherished not only for its rich flavour but also for its subtle power to unlock creativity. It invites us to slow down, open our senses, and approach our imagination with renewed curiosity. By embracing cacao as a companion in creative pursuits, we nurture inspiration and forge deeper connections with ourselves and the world around us.
We hope you’ve loved learning how ceremonial cacao truly can be a benevolent ally for awakening your creative expression in all its varying manifestations!
Do you use cacao in your creative pursuits? If so, how? And what has the outcome been? We would LOVE to know, so let us know in the comments below!
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