H O M E C O M I N G
Letting it move
A Breathwork & Cacao Ceremony to release tension, soften control, and allow movement back into the body
Saturday May 16th, 14:00-17:30, Gaia Center, Rotterdam
We don’t always notice how much we’re holding : our emotions, the whole household organization, this project at work.
We show the version of ourselves that feels acceptable, composed, in control. The one that is reasonable, remains calm (on the outside) under pressure, the one that keeps going.
But over time, that holding starts to show up : in the body as tension and exhaustion, in the mind as overthinking, in our relationships as things left unsaid.
We learned early on that it was safer to contain than to express. So this edition of Homecoming is about gently shifting that pattern, by creating enough safety in the body for things to start moving again. Because beneath the holding, there is energy that never got to complete its cycle : emotion that didn’t have space, impulse that was paused, breath that was restricted.
And when that begins to move, something changes : the body softens, the mind quiets, there is more space to feel, respond, and choose.
What we’ll explore together
Through ceremonial cacao and breathwork, you’ll be guided to :
- Notice where you’ve been holding tension in your body
- Recognize the subtle ways you keep yourself in control or “together”
- Gently reconnect with your body’s natural impulses (breath, sound, movement)
- Allow emotion and energy to move in a way that feels safe and contained
- Experience the difference between holding everything in and letting something shift
This is not about creating big releases.
It’s about restoring movement where there has been holding.
What to expect
🌀 Ceremonial Cacao
A warm, grounding ritual to help you slow down, soften the mind, and feel more present in your body.
🌀 Somatic Practices
Simple, guided exercises to explore activation and release safely, reconnecting with your breath, your voice, and your body’s natural responses.
🌀 Transformative Breathwork
A guided journey to release built-up tension, allow energy to circulate, and reconnect with your own internal rhythm.
🌀 Integration & Reflection
Practical prompts and grounding practices to help you understand what you felt and how it applies to your daily life.
You’ll walk away with
- A body that feels lighter and less tense
- A clearer sense of where you tend to hold or control
- The ability to stay present with sensation instead of immediately shutting it down
- Simple tools (breath, sound, movement) to support yourself when tension builds up
- More space between what you feel and how you respond
- A felt sense of movement, ease, and internal space
Who is this for
This session is for you if:
- You often feel like you have to “hold it all together”
- You stay calm and composed, but feel tension bubbling underneath
- You tend to think a lot, but struggle to feel or release
- You keep things in until they build up and eventually overflow
- You want to feel more in your body, without losing control completely
No experience with breathwork or cacao is needed.
You don’t need to be “emotional” to come.
Just willing to notice what’s there.
You’re welcome exactly as you are.
🚨 Important note 🚨
Because breathwork can involve intense physical and emotional release, there are certain contraindications. Please read the list carefully before booking. By attending, you confirm that none of the following apply to you:
- Pregnancy
- High blood pressure
- Diagnosed Severe PTSD
- Severe mental health conditions (bipolar, schizophrenia, psychosis)
- Currently taking heavy medication that alters brain chemistry (anti-depressant, anti-anxiety, antipsychotic)
- Detached Retina
- Recent physical injuries, fractures and/or surgeries
- Epilepsy
- History or diagnosis of aneurysms
- Cardiovascular problems
- History of seizures
- Severe Asthma
- Heart disease
- Heart conditions
- Diabetes
- Hospitalization for any psychiatric condition, emotional crisis, or spiritual emergence within the past 3 years
- Any other medical, psychiatric, or physical conditions that would impair or affect your ability to engage in activities involving intense physical and/or emotional release.
Prices
Early bird : 59 € (until April 30th)
Late bird : 69 €
Practical Information
Date : Saturday, May 16th
Time : from 13:30 to 16:30. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before so we can start on time.
Where : Gaia Center (see below)
What to bring : comfortable and warm clothes, pen and paper, and anything else that makes you feel comfortable
Cacao is open and safe for everyone. However, if you are sensitive to stimulants or have any allergies, please let me know in advance so that we can adjust your dosage or the ingredients of the cacao. For Breathwork, some conditions may prevent you from practicing conscious connected Breathwork. Please read the contraindication list above carefully before signing up.
Absolutely, no prior experience is required ! During the session, I'll go through everything you need to know about cacao and Breathwork, so that you can practice safely and get an idea of what to expect.
All sales are final. Once your ticket is purchased, it is not possible to cancel anymore. However, if because of unforseen circumstances you cannot join, someone can join in your stead. In that case, you will have to arrange the transfer of the ticket and payment directly with that person.
