Love is one of the most fundamental parts of being human. We want to love and be loved, to feel close to other people, to know that we matter, and to feel comfortable being ourselves in our relationships.

And yet, being open to love isn't always easy.

We learn to protect ourselves when we've been hurt. We hold parts of ourselves back because we're afraid of how they'll be received. We become good at taking care of other people while struggling to let them take care of us. We might seek reassurance, avoid difficult conversations, keep people at a distance, or adapt ourselves to maintain connection.

And sometimes, life simply gets busy, our attention goes elsewhere, and we lose touch with the people and experiences that make us feel connected.

A Return to Love is an invitation to explore our relationship with love in all its forms: the love we give to others, the love we're able to receive, and the care and kindness we extend towards ourselves.

We'll explore what helps us feel safe enough to be open, what happens when vulnerability feels difficult, and the ways we might unintentionally distance ourselves from the connection we want.

Because love isn't only something we feel. It's also something we practice through the way we listen, communicate, set boundaries, receive care, show affection, repair after conflict, and stay connected to ourselves while being close to someone else.

Through ceremonial cacao, somatic practices, breathwork, connection, and reflection, we'll create space to explore all of this through experience rather than only thinking about it.

Who is this for

This session is for you if :

• You want deeper, more honest connection with yourself and the people around you
• You sometimes find it easier to give care than to receive it
• You notice yourself people-pleasing, seeking reassurance, holding back, or distancing yourself when you feel vulnerable
• You want to understand your protective patterns without treating them as something that needs to be fixed
• You simply want to create more space for love, affection, friendship, tenderness, and connection in your life

This isn't only about romantic relationships. You might find yourself thinking about a partner, your friendships, your family, your relationship with yourself, or the communities you're part of.

No experience with cacao or breathwork is needed. Just come as you are, with some curiosity about what love and connection look like in your life right now.

🚨 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.

Practical Information

Date : Saturday, November 28th

Time : from 13:30 to 16:30. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before so we can start on time.

Where : Liv Yoga (see below)

What to bring : comfortable and warm clothes, pen and paper, and anything else that makes you feel comfortable