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Ritual for Release and Transformation with Goddess Tlazolteotl 

This ritual incorporates elements of ancient Mesoamerican traditions, including a Sacred Cacao ceremony which has both heart-opening and healing properties; an Altar offering with corn as a symbol of abundance and nourishment and color candles each with their own symbolism.

Sacred Cacao ritual with Tlazolteotl 

Release and transform with the energy of  the powerful Goddess Tlazolteotl, using the ancient Mesoamerican tradition of a cacao ceremony, and through the symbolism of color candles and corn as sacred offerings, as we transform and invite the energy of renewal and purification.

Materials Needed:

Cacao (raw is best)
Four color candles: white, black, red, and green
A  sacred space or Altar
A  3 card pull from the Sacred Mothers and Goddesses Oracle Deck

Ritual Steps:

  1. Preparation:

    • Set up your sacred space or altar where you can connect with the energies of the Full Moon and Goddess Tlazolteotl.
    • Place the corn and cacao as offerings on your altar.
    • Arrange the four color candles in a circle around the offerings.

  2. Begin:

    • Begin by centering yourself through deep breathing. Call upon the energy of  Goddess Tlazolteotl to guide you through this ritual of release and transformation.
    • Light the white candle, representing purity and illumination, as you breathe in deeply and thank the Cacao, and Goddess Tlazolteotl for their  love and wisdom. In your mind’s eye, meditate on your intentions for release and transformation, reflecting on what you are ready to let go of and invite positive change into your life.
    • Light the black candle, symbolizing the release of negativity and toxic energies. As it burns, visualize all that no longer serves you being transformed and released into the universe.
    • Light the red candle, representing passion and courage. Call upon the energy of the red candle to ignite your inner fire and empower you to embrace change.
    • Light the green candle, symbolizing growth and renewal. Visualize the seeds of new beginnings being planted within you, nurtured by the fertile energy of the Goddess. 
    • Now it is time to drink your Cacao. 

      1. Preparing the Cacao: Follow traditional methods to prepare the cacao drink. Heat water gently and add cacao. Stir the mixture with intention and love, infusing it with the energy of transformation. Once the cacao is ready, hold your cup with reverence and gratitude as you set your intentions for transformation and drink the cacao mindfully. As you consume the cacao, focus on releasing what no longer serves you and embrace transformation. Dive into your journal writing your thoughts in deep introspection and reflection on the intentions set at the beginning of the ceremony.

3. Closing the Ceremony: 

Express gratitude to Tlazolteotl, and the Cacao spirit, and close the circle by extinguishing candles.

Integration and Reflection:

Write in your journal about your experience and insights gained during the cacao ceremony and carry the energy of release and transformation with you as you move forward on your journey.

Tlazolteotl invites you to surrender your fears, doubts, and insecurities. Trust in the sacred fire to purify and transmute these energies, allowing them to be reborn as sources of strength and empowerment. 

She reminds you of your innate ability to rise from the depths , like the Phoenix, you are destined to soar to greater heights, empowered by the flames of transmutation. Embrace the cycle of death and rebirth as you emerge from the fire, renewed and transformed in the light of the Full Moon.

Embrace the sacred journey of releasing the old and welcoming the new, guided by the wisdom and grace of the goddess of purification.

By Claudia Olivos