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Embodied Learning: Ancient Roots + Modern Regulation
CalmWired’s educational framework blends time-honored yogic wisdom with cutting-edge neuroscience to support embodied, experiential learning. Drawing on ancient practices such as mantra, mudra, breathwork, and ritual, alongside modern understandings of the nervous system, trauma, and neurodiversity, this approach fosters integration on every level-body, mind, and spirit. Students don’t just learn intellectually; they feel, sense, and embody the material, cultivating regulation and resilience through lived experience.
Modular Training, Layered Integration
Delivered in three progressive levels, CalmWired’s modular training offers a layered journey into nervous system education. Each level builds on the last, blending science, somatics, and ritual to support both personal embodiment and professional growth. With a mix of on-demand lessons, guided practices, and integration tools, students develop a nervous system toolkit that evolves alongside them.
Embodied Learning: Ancient Roots
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Bridging Yoga, Neuroscience & Earth-Based Wisdom. CalmWired’s educational offerings draw from the breath-focused wisdom of Viniyoga, the gentle, restorative intelligence of Hatha, and the subtle energy practices of Tantra. Influenced by trauma-informed somatics, neuroanatomy, sensory literacy, and lived experience with neurodivergence, our approach honors the nervous system as both compass and teacher.
We are guided by the teachings of T.K.V. Desikachar and others who integrate science, sensitivity, and spirit. This interdisciplinary lineage supports a nervous-system-first path to teaching, holding space, and healing through rhythm, stillness, and sound.
Our Method
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The Cacao Practice: Personal Rituals for a Regulated Nervous System is a self-paced course that blends science, ceremony, and somatic practice. Designed for yoga teachers, space-holders, and sensitive souls, this foundational offering introduces cacao as a plant ally for nervous system support. You’ll explore the bioactive benefits of cacao, learn to prepare it ceremonially (for personal use), and engage in breath, sound, and movement practices that cultivate presence, resilience, and heart-brain connection, laying the groundwork for deeper ritual work to come.
The Cacao Practice: Personal Rituals for a Regulated Nervous System
Explore the science behind cacao’s effects on mood, heart-brain coherence, and parasympathetic activation. You’ll learn how the biochemical properties support vagal tone, emotional regulation, and clarity. This module offers accessible insights into how cacao supports safety, rest, and embodied calm, exploring the theory of the hierarchical structure of the nervous system.
The Science of Cacao – Biochemistry & Nervous System
Tutorial 2
Begin by anchoring your “why.” In this opening module, you’ll establish a ritual mindset, create space for reflection, and begin a gentle attunement to cacao as a plant ally. Through intention-setting and somatic awareness practices, you’ll open the door to a deeper relationship with presence and the body’s internal rhythm.
Entering the Ritual Field - Cacao Journey
Tutorial 1
“Each module is a portal, science and spirit in conversation, guiding you through the chemistry of cacao, the art of ceremony, the language of the body, and the medicine of sound.”
Here's What We Will Cover:
In this final module, you’ll explore guided practices that include breathwork, vocal resonance, and slow movement to regulate and restore. Choose from multiple ritual sequences designed to meet you where you are, whether stillness, release, or gentle activation. These practices help bridge the science of cacao with the felt experience of presence and self-attunement.
Embodied Practice – Breath, Sound & Gentle Movement
Tutorial 4
Learn how to prepare ceremonial cacao as a personal ritual. This module covers sourcing with integrity, contraindications, trauma awareness, and the sensory elements of creating a sacred space. You’ll be guided through a step-by-step cacao preparation and reflection process to support reverence and consistency in your practice.
Preparing Cacao – Ceremony, Ethics & Personal Ritual
Tutorial 3
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FEES:
$77 – Self-paced, no support
$97 – Includes live group session or Q&A
REFUND POLICY:
We honor your commitment to this journey and value transparency at every step. Due to the digital nature of this course, refunds are available only if requested BEFORE the course has been accessed (e.g., before opening any videos, guides, or downloadable content). FULL-REFUNDS Available if requested within 48-hours of purchase and before any course material has been accessed. NO REFUNDS: Once the course is accessed (even partially), refunds are no longer available.
This policy ensures the integrity of our digital offerings and protects the value of the work while respecting your investment. If you have any questions before enrolling, we encourage you to reach out, we're here to help.
DISCLAIMER:
The Information presented here is not a substitute for therapy or medical care. Each person is responsible for tending to their own needs and honoring their nervous system signals throughout the course.
Your First Step on the CalmWired Pathway - Understanding Your First Module
The Cacao Practice: Personal Rituals for a Regulated Nervous System is the foundational module within Level 1: Foundations in Nervous System Ritual & Regulation of the CalmWired Education Pathway. It serves as both a self-contained immersion into cacao as a somatic and nervous system ally, and as a prerequisite for students progressing into deeper layers of the CalmWired certification track.
This module does not certify students to teach or facilitate group cacao rituals. It is intentionally designed to support the development of a personal cacao practice rooted in nervous system awareness and somatic ritual. While yoga teachers and wellness practitioners are welcome to integrate the nervous system tools from this module into their existing offerings, the ceremonial use of cacao should remain personal at this stage. To progress to Level 1, Module 2: NeuroNectar, where group facilitation and ritual leadership are introduced, students must demonstrate fluency in the material and embodied integration of the practices.
THIS PROGRAM WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHSE IN 2026!
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need prior experience with cacao or yoga to take this course?
No prior experience is necessary. This course is designed as a gentle introduction to both ceremonial cacao and nervous system-based practices. Whether you're completely new or already working with cacao, you'll find accessible guidance rooted in both science and ritual.
How long will I have access to the course?
Once enrolled, you'll have lifetime access to all course materials, including videos, guided practices, and downloadable resources. You can move through the content at your own pace and revisit it as often as you'd like.
Is this course live or self-paced?
This course is fully self-paced and pre-recorded. You can begin anytime and move through the modules in your own rhythm. There are no required live sessions, but optional community events or future facilitator trainings may be announced to complement your journey.
What is your refund policy?
FULL-REFUNDS Available if requested within 48-hours of purchase and BEFORE any course material has been accessed. NO REFUNDS: Once the course is accessed (even partially), refunds are no longer available. We encourage you to read through the course outline and reach out with questions before enrolling to ensure it’s the right fit for you.
What if I need help or have questions as I move through the course?
You’re not alone. If you need support, you can reach out via the contact form or email provided in your course welcome section. We’ll respond within 2–3 business days. Occasionally, we may also offer optional live Q&A sessions or private community discussions.
