Heart To Earth

10/10/2025

Curious about our cacao course❓

🌱 We’ve put together answers to some of your most asked questions, including payment plans, certification (or not!), how the program is structured, and whether sessions are recorded. 💻📚

🧘🏾‍♂️Whether you're just starting your cacao journey or deepening your practice, this FAQ has you covered.

09/10/2025

Step into a journey of remembrance and reconnection with some of the wisdom keepers walking the sacred path of cacao.

Charlotte Nieuwenhuis, Tata Izaias Sajvin Mendoza, Doña Elsa Barrientos, Mariana Bandeira, Mariah Gannessa, and Shayne Zal-Arora each carry a unique thread of ancestral knowledge, sacred ceremony, and deep Earth connection.

✨ Charlotte guides us to remember our roots and cultivate kinship with all life through her work with Heart to Earth.
🔥 Tata Izaias bridges the ancient Mayan fire and cacao traditions with contemporary practices, carrying the living spirit of his lineage.
🌿 Doña Elsa embodies the Q’eqchi’ cacao lineage, preserving and revitalizing ancestral medicine.
🌎 Mariana interweaves ceremonial traditions, eco-psychology, and Mayan teachings into a living practice of wisdom and balance.
🌺 Mariah brings the healing ways of the Amazon, supporting humanity’s restoration while protecting Indigenous communities.
🌀 Shayne shares a conscious, alchemical approach to cacao, inspiring inner transformation and mindful living.

Together, they open a sacred space to awaken your senses, reconnect with your heart, and remember belonging to the Earth, yourself, and your community.

✨ Limited Early-Bird Offer — registration closes October 15th.
Don’t miss this opportunity to walk this path of remembrance and kinship.

Comment “Kinship” to receive the registration link

16/04/2025

Reintroducing Heart to Earth — Our Reason for Being 🌿

It has now been a year of collecting stories, weaving connections, and celebrating with Earth activists, Indigenous farmers, and wisdom keepers from around the world. Together, we’ve been retracing the roots of our humanity—reviving a vision of a world where the sacred bond between people and nature is remembered and restored.

Through our offerings, events, immersions, biocultural projects, and collaborations, Heart to Earth exists to reweave the thread of animism and interconnectivity—honoring all that is alive, seen and unseen.

With now over 1,000 of you gathered here, we are celebrating this growing community of harmony and peace. We are here to inspire a life in rhythm with the Earth—a life that holistically reharmonizes us with the natural cycles.

Stay tuned for upcoming immersions, study groups, and collective projects—we’d love for you to walk this path with us.
🌀🌿 With love, from our hearts to Earth.

05/11/2024

Dear beautiful beings of my community 🌹

This Friday November 8, I invite you to join us for a beautiful gathering at Vivewell Holistic Center in Griffintown at 7:30 PM for a beautiful cacao ceremony where we will invite our inner self to reconnect with Mother Earth, honouring our interconnectivity and wholeness🌎

Following this opening ceremony, we will watch a documentary on sacred cacao and its deep connection to Mayan cultural ancestral roots 🌹 This will be an opportunity to deepen our connection to this plant while honouring its biocultural heritage as well as understanding the reality of many Indigenous cacao farmers.

We will close the circle with a beautiful heart-connection and discussion on the topic as we close the circle in community.

I am looking forward to share this sacred moment with many of you.

Spaces are limited so dont wait to book your spot (I have only some spots left) 🌸

Looking forward to connect 🌿🤎

I dropped the link here to sign up 🔗⬇️

**Join us for a cozy Friday night where we dive into the magical power of cacao for healing and regeneration 🌿** Join us for an intimate and heartwarming evening dedicate

18/09/2024

Hey friend,

I want to personally invite you to something truly transformative this January—a retreat designed especially for changemakers, sustainability lovers, and all of us who are passionate about living in harmony with the Earth. Picture yourself barefoot on sacred land, sipping ceremonial cacao under the lush canopy of nature, and feeling deeply reconnected to both the Earth and your purpose.

This isn’t just a break from the everyday hustle (although we could all use that!). It’s an invitation to dive into ancestral wisdom, experience hands-on permaculture practices, and explore what it means to live regeneratively—not just in theory, but in your everyday life. You’ll walk away not only inspired but ready to take real, meaningful action for yourself, your community, and our planet.

Here’s a little of what you can expect:

• Cacao rituals that open your heart and reconnect you to ancient Mayan wisdom, creativity, and purpose. We’ll learn directly from Mayan women how this sacred cacao is made with intention—from seed to cup—and why it’s been considered a medicine for centuries.

• Interactive permaculture workshops that will give you practical, hands-on experience in designing sustainable systems that work in harmony with the Earth. Whether you’re already involved in permaculture or just starting, you’ll get tools to bring back home and apply to your own projects.

• Sustainability and regeneration sessions that dive into real solutions for living regeneratively. You’ll leave with concrete ways to implement what you’ve learned, whether it’s in your garden, your community, or on a bigger scale.

• Sacred rituals and embodiment practices to reconnect you with the land, your body, and your inner fire. This isn’t just about learning—it’s about living the change.

• And plenty of time to play, reflect, and be in nature. This space is all about reconnecting, unwinding, and finding the clarity you need to step into your role as a changemaker.

This retreat is for you if:

• You feel the need to reconnect with the Earth and your wild, authentic self.

• You’re passionate about sustainability, permaculture, and making a positive impact on the world.

• You want to learn from ancient wisdom and use it to fuel your modern-day mission as a changemaker.

• You’re looking for a heart-centered community of like-minded people who support your growth and vision.

There are only 2 discounted spots left, and the price will go up after September 25, so if you’ve been feeling the call to reconnect, learn, and take action, now is the perfect time to jump in. Together, we’ll create real change, and I’d love for you to be a part of it.

Ready to join us?Just fill out this quick form, and we’ll get back to you with all the details:
[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepQ8nuYCXHWCzwtTNmE24cXtqbbpU_IqP0pXH5HBSClKzvYw/viewform](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepQ8nuYCXHWCzwtTNmE24cXtqbbpU_IqP0pXH5HBSClKzvYw/viewform)

I can’t wait to share this journey with you. Let’s make some magic and plant the seeds of regeneration together.

With love and excitement,
Charlotte

24/08/2024

"Be a human tree.
Push your roots down
to ancestral ground .. Stretch out your abundant arms!
Know how magnificent you are!"

Words: 'Be a Human Tree' - Ali Davenport (www.soulsurvivalguide.co. ali.davenport@talktalk.net) For more of Ali's words please visit her page on our Showcase website https://earthpathwaysshowcase.uk/contributors/davenport_ali.html
Photography: 'Rooted We Rise' - Rachel Shiamh (www.quietearth.org.uk Facebook: Rachel Shiamh A Quiet Earth Instagram: rachelshiamhquietearth) For more of Rachel's photography please visit her page on our Showcase website https://earthpathwaysshowcase.uk/contributors/shiamh_rachel.html

27/07/2024

🌍 Embracing Responsible Tourism: An Invitation for Us To Reflect on Our Impact 🌿

As travelers and global citizens, it’s crucial to pause and reflect on the impact of our journeys beyond personal experiences. Inspired by Sumush Mangalasseri’s TED talk, I’m reminded of the profound questions we must ask ourselves before embarking on any trip:

🤔 Who truly benefits from tourism, and who pays the costs—be they environmental, social, cultural, or economic?

Costa Rica’s experience vividly illustrates the complexities: while tourism brings economic opportunities, it can also exacerbate gentrification and cultural erosion, disadvantaging local communities.

To me, responsible tourism means more than just enjoying beautiful landscapes or unique cultural experiences. It’s about ensuring that our travels contribute positively to local economies, support cultural preservation efforts, and respect the integrity of natural ecosystems.

Let’s strive to decolonize our mindset by embracing sustainable practices. Rather than enjoying “a culture”, exploiting a culture, how could you make your travel experience an opportunity for you to enhance local livelihoods, biodiversity, economy? By educating ourselves and making conscious choices, we can empower communities, preserve cultural heritage, and protect our planet for future generations.

Together, let’s embark on journeys that honor the unity of life and ensure a more equitable, harmonious world. 🌱💚

18/07/2024

‼️SAVE THE SACREDNESS OF ORIGINAL CACAO WITH US !!‼️

🌱✨ At Heart to Earth, we are dedicated to preserving the sacredness and cultural heritage of cacao plant, cherished by the Maya communities we work with. Every purchase supports small local farmers, empowering them and allowing us to plant more trees. Join us in this sacred mission to spread high-quality cacao seeds and nurture our planet. Together, we can make a difference.

Every 500g purchased we plant 5 trees. 🌍❤️🍫

Note that our goal is to plant 4000 native trees, first objective would be 1000 trees by October. BE PART OF THIS MISSION WITH US

And treat yourself with our high quality cacao made by hand from the traditional Mayan way, one bean per bean, carefully chosen and transformed with love and reverence for Mother Earth and her abundance

15/07/2024

Join us for a week-long training immersion in the heart of Guatemala, where you’ll empower yourself with ancestral wisdom, cultivate a regenerative future, and nurture meaningful connections with like-minded individuals and indigenous communities. Secure your spot now and embark on a journey of sustainability, wellness, and personal growth.

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🦚Empowering Sustainability and Wellness through Ancestral Wisdom

Join us on a transformative journey that merges the timeless wisdom of indigenous communities with cutting-edge sustainability practices. Discover how ancient knowledge can shape a healthier, more harmonious future for you and the planet.

Cultivating Regeneration: From Soil to Soul 🌳
Immerse yourself in a week-long retreat that nurtures both the earth and your soul. Learn how to cultivate a regenerative future by becoming an advocate for sustainable living and community resilience.

Nurturing Connections: People, Planet, and Prosperity 🦋
Our training is more than just a learning experience; it’s a platform for meaningful connections and collaboration. Connect with passionate individuals and indigenous leaders as you delve into the wisdom of permaculture and cacao production from the lense of its original cultivators.

Ready to embark on this transformative journey?
Discover more and book your spot today to learn from the heart of indigenous wisdom and sustainable practices. Reconnect with nature, rejuvenate your spirit, and become a beacon of change in your community. Visit www.heart-to-earth.com or contact us at info@heart-to-earth.com 🌍✨