Join me and Maria Amaru in this beautiful, inspiring conversation. Maria is founder of Aya Pacha a community oriented producer of single origin, ancestral, fire-roasted, handcrafted medicinal grade cacao from Ecuador.

Maria generously shared so much of what she has learned about Mamma Cacao on her journey from Scotland back to Ecuador to implement her vision for Aya Pacha. Maria talks about Mama Cacao as a plant medicine, her cultural heritage. her commitment to ethical cacao practices, land conservation, and building bridges between Scotland and Ecuador. And how sacred plants and community-driven projects are transforming lives and ecosystems.

Then Maria leads a simple Cacao ceremony, so bring your Cacao or simply join us and soak in the energies of her transmission.

Maria spiritual journey with Mama Cacao

Pain as an initiator onto a spiritual Path.
Shamanism - an ancient path.
Unexpected ways our Path unfolds.
The role of sacred plants in healing and spirituality.
Relevance of Origin: The significance of land and plant connection with Cacao
Sensitivity of Cacao and her communion with the Forest.
Conservation of Cacao Forests.
Ethical and community-based cacao practices
Ancestral Guardian Communities: The importance of ethical cacao sourcing and community partnerships
What makes Cacao a medicine
The role of sacred plants and indigenous traditions
Building a community and foundation for ecological preservation
The alchemy of cacao and its healing properties
The future of ethical cacao and land stewardship

And conclude with a Simple Cacao ceremony

About Maria:

Maria Amaru lives with her family in Ecuador, the heart of Aya Pacha.

She supports others through their challenges and glories to reconnect with their Wild Spiritual Nature?

“I am always excited to support others into self-mastery through Nature's connection, Ancient Wisdom, Body and Breath Work.”

Maria graduated as a Chemical Engineer and her diverse studies and experience includes Shamanism, Mindfulness studies, Yoga teaching and Menstrual therapy,

“I can guide your preparation, hold space for your transformation as well as support your integration with a variety of psychomagic healing modalities.”.

Mentions :

Christina Baez: Idemini Baez

Mark and Claudia: The Edinburgh Shamanic Centre