Rest, Restore, Receive: Cacao Ceremony & Sound Bath (Saturday 15th Nov)

An evening to unwind, reconnect and restore your energy

Join Helen Driver () and Rowena () for a blissful two-hour experience combining ceremonial cacao, sound healing, gentle somatic movement, meditation and breathwork. This is your invitation to slow down, soften, and create space in your body, your breath and your being, for rest, release and renewal.

Held between the Full Moon and New Moon, this evening offers a window for reflection and transition. Together, we’ll explore what you’re ready to let go of and open up to what feels more aligned. No prior experience is needed, simply come as you are and allow yourself to be guided through an evening designed to rebalance your nervous system, quiet your mind and reconnect you to your heart.

📍 Foundry, 5 Forest Rd, Walthamstow E17 6ZJ

🕕 Saturday 15th November, 6–8pmDoors open at 5.45pm, please arrive at least 5 minutes before we open the space at 6pm

💷 Investment: £70 | 💫 12 spaces available

With Helen:

• Gentle somatic practices to reconnect with your body and prepare for cacao’s heart-opening medicine
• A ceremonial cacao experience with organic, vegan, ceremonial-grade cacao to support presence and inner connection
• Guided meditation and restorative breathwork to soothe the nervous system and release tension

With Rowena:

• A deeply restorative sound immersion using gongs, Himalayan and crystal singing bowls, percussion and chimes
• Vibrations and frequencies designed to bring your body and mind into deep rest, harmony and balance

Helen Driver (@therisingspace) is a Mindset & Personal Growth Coach, EFT Practitioner and Cacao Facilitator at The Rising Space who weaves together mind, body and spiritual practices to support healing, emotional balance and self-connection. She helps participants regulate the nervous system, quiet overthinking, and reconnect with intuition, believing that when we take up space, we make space for transformation and expansion into the life we truly want and deserve.

Rowena (@strength_through_movement) is a movement and sound practitioner at Move Strong London, blending strength, breathwork and sound therapy to restore balance in body and mind. With a background in music and dance, she brings a creative, multifaceted approach to wellness, guiding participants to release tension, cultivate calm, and build nervous system resilience.

This experience is perfect for anyone aged 18+ who wants to:

• Prioritise rest, calm and connection
• Explore alternative healing practices such as cacao, meditation, sound and breathwork
• Reconnect with themselves and reset after a busy week
• Experience a supportive, heart-centred community

• Deep relaxation and stress relief
• Calmed and balanced nervous system
• Enhanced emotional clarity and inner awareness
• Reconnection with your body, breath and intuition
• Heart-opening and creativity-boosting through ceremonial cacao
• Release of stagnant energy and tension
• Opportunity to reflect, reset and set intentions
• Supportive, heart-centred community and connection
• Increased mindfulness and presence in daily life
• Restorative and grounding practices suitable for beginners and experienced participants alike

• Mats, blankets, bolsters and eye masks are provided. Feel free to bring extra layers or socks for comfort
• Water and a journal if you’d like to reflect afterwards
• Wear comfortable, warm clothing, avoid noisy jewellery or strong perfumes
• Avoid caffeine 2 hours before and alcohol 24 hours before
• Avoid heavy meals immediately prior to attending

Ceremonial cacao is a gentle, heart-opening plant medicine that naturally supports wellbeing, creativity and emotional clarity. Unlike commercial chocolate, it’s minimally processed and rich in minerals such as magnesium, iron and calcium.

It contains anandamide (the “bliss molecule”) and theobromine, offering a calm, uplifting energy without the crash. Cacao encourages presence, meditation and connection to intuition.

Your cacao (30–40g) will be prepared with organic spices and cashew milk (vegan-friendly). Served unsweetened for a rich ceremonial experience, with coconut sugar available if you prefer a sweeter taste.

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking Medic*tion (especially antidepressants, 5-HTP or MAOIs), or have heart conditions, GERD, IBS, or caffeine sensitivity, please inform [email protected] beforehand so your cacao dose can be adjusted.

Your organic vegan cacao will be prepared with the following ingredients:

🝦 Ceremonial Grade cacao

🝦 Cashew Milk

🝦 Spices such as chilli, cinnamon, cardamon, black pepper

🝦 Fresh turmeric and ginger

If you have any allergies or dislikes to the ingredients above, please notify [email protected] as soon as possible.

Sound baths are generally safe and beneficial but may not be suitable for everyone. Please consult your doctor if you have:

• Epilepsy or history of seizures
• Severe mental health conditions (schizophrenia, psychosis, untreated PTSD)
• Metal implants, plates or pins in the body
• High or low blood pressure with fainting history
• Pregnancy (generally safe after first trimester)
• Asthma (please bring your inhaler). We may also be burning incense or herbs.

Sound baths are not a substitute for medical treatment.

By booking, you acknowledge you are responsible for your own wellbeing and that it is safe for you to attend and consume the refreshments and cacao as described. Helen and Rowena will guide you with care, but cannot be held responsible for any reactions to cacao, refreshments or practices. Please listen to your body and participate in a way that feels right for you.

Sound ceremonies, meditation, breathwork and cacao experiences are designed to promote relaxation, reduce stress and support emotional healing. Experiences may vary and certain sounds or sensations may bring up momentary discomfort as part of a natural release process. Approach the evening with curiosity, presence and an open heart.

The event will take place Foundry Walthamstow, which is just a 5 minute walk from Blackhorse Road. The entrance is on Forest Road. We strongly advise you to plan your journey in advance to avoid delays.

Full address: 5 Forest Rd, Walthamstow E17 6ZJ.

Doors open at 5.45pm.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes before 6pm to settle into the space.

Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another event. They can be passed on to a friend if you cannot attend. Please notify your hosts in advance.

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