Full Moon Heart Opening Breathwork, Sound + Cacao, Wed 16th Oct, London

Arise Breathwork & Mind Like Water take you on an immersive healing journey through the power of breathwork, sound & heart opening cacao

Immerse yourself in a profound heart opening journey on this Aries full moon with the perfect combination of Transformational Breath, Sound Therapy and Cacao.

Join Brenna Duncan (founder of Arise Breathwork) and Michelle Cade (founder of Mind Like Water) in their cosy, warm and welcoming space: Seven Sisters Sanctuary in north London and journey within an intimate group setting.

Within a small group (max. 8), we’ll begin with a Cacao ceremony. This powerful heart-opening plant medicine will support your experience, allowing you to connect more deeply with yourself and your heart. We’ll set intentions before moving into a powerful Transformational Breath® session where you’ll learn this incredible breathwork technique which helps release tension, ease stress or anxiety, process your emotions and help you reconnect to yourself.

“Thank you so much for last night- it was such a lovely session & you created such a warm, welcoming and supportive atmosphere. I really loved it. And the chocolate at the end was amazing! I’m feeling well today, contemplative & grounded, but mainly joyful and grateful to have found you!”

Music and therapeutic sounds will be woven into this breathwork experience where you’ll be guided through 45 mins of going deep into your breath, followed by a grounding 45 min sound journey. This will allow you space to process anything which may have arisen during the session, further harmonising and balancing your body and mind.

Expect an atmospheric sonic journey combining binaural beats, ambient soundscapes, nature sounds and a variety of instruments including Tibetan & crystal singing bowls, gongs, tuning forks, a monochord, buffalo drum, steel tongue drum and voice.

Transformational Breath® is a simple, natural and safe breathwork practice with vast benefits for your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Some of the benefits you may experience:

• Reduces stress and anxiety
• Reduces physical pain/ tension
• Increases energy and vitality
• Improves mental clarity and focus
• “Therapy without talking”
• Boosts immune system
• Improves sleep patterns
• Detoxification of the body
• Emotional regulation/ more balanced and grounded
• Integration of past traumas, grief, painful experiences
• Reduces patterns of self sabotage/ addictions
• Improves relationships
• Increases creativity
• Deeper connection to self and your intuition
• Feeling relaxed, calmer, lighter and with more inner peace

Award winning therapy

Transformational Breath® won an award in 2014 for best complementary therapy by The Institute of Complementary and Natural Medicine.

Transformational Breath® Foundation is an accredited breathwork school with the Global Professional Breathwork Alliance.

About Cacao
Ceremonial grade Cacao is a non-psychoactive heart opening and mood boosting plant medicine that lowers blood pressure, decreases stress, and enhances well-being. Unlike commercial chocolate, it is minimally processed and rich in minerals like magnesium, iron, and calcium. It contains phenylethylamine (PEA) and anandamide (AKA the bliss molecule), a neurotransmitter that improves mood and motivation and reduces anxiety. Theobromine in cacao provides a calming effect. Ceremonial cacao is pure, ground cacao bean known as ‘cacao liquor’ and offers various benefits such as:

• Enhanced Mood: Promotes euphoria and happiness.
• Increased Focus and Alertness: Theobromine and caffeine improve mental clarity.
• Heart Health: Rich in flavonoids that lower blood pressure and reduce inflammation.
• Improved Energy Levels: Provides a gentle energy boost without a crash.**Important (before you make your booking)

In most instances, cacao is perfectly safe and very good for you however the dose may need to be adjusted or avoided in certain circumstances. Please do let us know if you are pregnant, taking medication (anti-depressants or 5-HTP) or if you have any dietary needs or allergies.

You are also welcome to consult your medical practitioner about any pre-existing conditions, medications or concerns to help you decide if Cacao is for you.

Please note: Arise Breathwork or Brenna Duncan cannot be held responsible for any reaction if you have not disclosed dietary needs, health concerns or medication you are taking. It is ultimately a personal choice to consume ceremonial cacao, so please feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss the above.

What to expect:

• We’ll begin with a Cacao ceremony where we’ll conect with this medicine to help open our hearts and set an intention for the journey ahead
• Brenna will talk about the benefits of Transformational Breath, demonstrate the technique.
• We’ll move our bodies to a vibey track helping us to open up our breath
• You’ll then get super cosy on the mat and be guided through a simple yet profound breathwork journey which will include hands on acupressure, sound, movement and positive affirmations
• Sink into the mat for a 45 min sound journey with Michelle at the end to help integrate your experience and anything that may have arisen in the session
• An opportunity to connect with fellow participants and share your experience (completely optional), finishing up with a cup of tea (also optional!)
• We’ll close with a sharing circle (optional)
• No previous breathwork experience required.

How should I prepare?

• Wear loose comfy clothing, not restricted around the waist ideally
• Bring your water bottle and a notepad/ pen for any journaling you may wish to do after your session
• Feel free to bring a special crystal or anything else you’d like to enhance your experience
• Mats, pillows & blankets are provided however you can bring your own for added comfort
• Avoid alcohol, caffeine and heavy meals 2 hours prior to the session

Who is it suitable for?

Anyone over the age of 18 – if younger please email me for more info.

All levels of breathwork experience welcome, whether you’ve never tried it before or you’re a regular!

If you have any medical conditions or concerns please get in touch with me via [email protected].

Please consult your medical practitioner first if you experience any of the below:

• Any pre-existing heart conditions
• Epilepsy/ seizures
• High or low blood pressure with history of fainting
• Pregnancy
• Bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia, psychosis, personality disorder
• Untreated/ severe PTSD
• Pre-existing lung disease
• Recent major surgery
• History of stroke
• Glaucoma/ detached retina
• Asthma – please also ensure you also bring your inhaler

Spaces are limited and these signature Breath & Sound workshops sell out quickly, so don’t miss out and book your spot now.

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Workshop

Event Details

• Date: 16/10/2024
• Times: 18:30 - 21:30
• Location: London
• Duration: 3 hours

Get in Touch

• Website: www.arisebreathwork.com
• Telephone:
• Email: brenna@arisebreathwork.com