Earthen – Cacao, Clay & Community | A Solstice Gathering | Chennai

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Earthen – Cacao, Clay & Community | A Solstice Gathering | Chennai

Earthen – Cacao, Clay & Community | A Solstice Gathering  | Chennai

An Invitation to Rise

Before the city awakens… before the world begins to pull at you… there is a rare, quiet moment where the ocean breathes, the sky softens, and your inner world becomes audible again.

She Rises is a sunrise ceremony crafted for women who long to meet themselves more deeply... to begin their 2026 not in haste, but in intention.

This is not an event, a workshop, or a performance. It is a sacred gathering. A remembering. A space to listen to the wisdom held in your body, your breath, and your becoming.

With a heart-opening Cacao Ceremony by the sea, ocean ritual , cognitive, somatic & spiritual exploration of vision, manifestation and expansion. Followed by boutique breakfast experience at Ashvah 24.

You are invited to rise with the sun into the woman you are becoming.

heart-opening sacred ritual

Cacao ceremony in the garden

Held by the warmth of ceremonial cacao and the energy of the Solstice, this opening ritual gently invites you inward. Cacao becomes an anchor into presence and heartfelt connection, creating space to soften, listen deeply, and arrive fully in the moment.

Long before it became chocolate, cacao was honoured as a sacred plant medicine — Theobroma Cacao, meaning “Food of the Gods.” Ceremonial cacao is minimally processed, preserving its natural compounds that support emotional openness, focus, and a sense of wellbeing.

Cacao is known to:

  • Open the heart: Encourage connection, compassion, and presence.
  • Quiet the mind: Support clarity, reflection, and inner stillness.
  • Enhance intuition: Deepen awareness of your inner voice.
  • Cultivate joy: Support feelings of warmth, gratitude, and emotional wellbeing.

A gentle, sacred beginning that prepares you to create, connect, and move through the gathering with an open heart and grounded presence.

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Expressing the unseen through touch and form

Clay

This is clay experienced differently - not through technique or perfection, but through intuition, presence and creative expression. We use the simple act of shaping earth to reconnect with what is alive within you.

✦ Creative Expression
A gentle invitation to give form to feelings, intentions and inner landscapes beyond words.

✦ Somatic Connection
The hands become a bridge to the body.
We slow down, feel and create from presence.

✦ Earthen Reflection
Working with clay reminds us of our own nature — adaptable, grounded and constantly becoming.

When these layers come together, clay becomes more than a creative practice... it becomes a pathway back to yourself.

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Gathering in Connection & Belonging

Community

Held within a circle of women and the energy of the Solstice, this gathering invites authentic connection, shared reflection, and collective support. Together, we create a space where every woman is welcomed exactly as she is - with openness, presence, and heart.

For generations, women have gathered in circles to share stories, wisdom, challenges, and celebration. These sacred spaces remind us that there is deep healing in being witnessed, heard, and understood by others walking their own unique path. In community, we remember that we do not have to carry life alone.

Women's circles can:

  • Foster belonging: Create meaningful connections rooted in authenticity and trust.
  • Offer support: Share experiences, insights, and encouragement in a nurturing space.
  • Awaken empowerment: Remember your strength through the wisdom and reflection of others.
  • Nourish the heart: Cultivate compassion, understanding, and genuine sisterhood.

A gentle and powerful reminder that when women gather with intention, something beautiful unfolds - creating a foundation of connection, support, and belonging that carries beyond the circle itself.

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This Gathering is For You If…

 
  • You long for a gentle pause from the pace and demands of everyday life.
  • You feel called to reconnect with yourself through creativity, presence and ritual.
  • You are curious about working with clay as a tool for self-expression rather than perfection.
  • You crave meaningful conversations, authentic connection and community with other women.
  • You want to spend time away from screens and responsibilities, immersed in nature and presence.
  • You are seeking a space where you can soften, reflect and simply be.
  • You feel drawn to slow living, sacred gatherings and experiences that nourish the soul.
 

No artistic experience, spiritual practice or prior workshop experience is needed. 

Come exactly as you are… your presence is enough.

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What awaits you?

Step into a sacred morning where heart-opening cacao, shoreline ritual, and embodied visioning weave together to awaken your senses and set the tone for 2026. Sip ceremonial cacao as the sun rises, let the ocean witness a gentle release, and move with guided embodiment practices that translate your deepest longings into felt knowing. Through guided vision-mapping, somatic inquiry and spiritual attunement you’ll shape intentions that are both precise and soul-aligned. Finish with music, dance, and a curated boutique breakfast—sharing laughter, reflection and new sisterhood. Leave lighter, embodied, and anchored in a spacious, radiant clarity that carries you into the year ahead.

Cacao Ceremony

A sacred doorway into our hearts, guided by the ancient wisdom of this gentle plant medicine, prepared with deep love and intention. Together, we create a space for cacao to awaken tenderness and open us to a deeper well of joy, connection, and truth.

Clay

Creative clay practices to help you slow down, tune in, and express what words often cannot. Through the simple act of shaping earth with your hands, you are invited into presence, creative exploration, and a deeper connection with yourself.

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Community

Community Connection and Circle Sharing creates space for authentic conversations, meaningful connection, and shared reflection. Through gathering with like-hearted women, you'll be invited to share, listen, and remember the power of belonging.

Breakfast at Green Meadows

We close the morning with a curated gourmet breakfast in a serene, aesthetic seaside space. Warm ambience. Conversation. Integration. Belonging. This is nourishment for the heart as much as the body - a soft landing after a beautiful energetic morning.

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Grounded Into Presence

A space to soften into presence and remember your connection to yourself, the earth, and those around you. Through ritual, creativity, reflection, and community, we create room for grounding, belonging, and a gentler way of being.

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The Joyful Closing

We close the ceremony with uplifting music and gentle, intuitive movement... a spacious chance to let your body express what the morning has opened and awakened within you. A celebratory moment to feel light, alive and expanded.

 

Event Details

For: Women Only

Date: Sunday, 21st December 2025

Time: 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM (Please arrive a few minutes early to settle into the space)

Location: Asvah 24, Neelankarai, ECR, Chennai

Cost: ₹2,222 (Includes a boutique breakfast experience)


Ready to Rise With the Sun?

Spots are limited to honour the intimacy and depth of this sunrise ceremony. Step into this morning of intention, ritual, clarity and expansion.
Your 2026 begins here.

FAQs

Yes, we use pure, minimally processed ceremonial-grade cacao. It is non-addictive and safe for most adults. People with specific medical conditions or sensitivities should consult their doctor if unsure.

It is made of natural, earth based, non toxic soil

Wear any comfortable clothing that feels right for this experience.

No. Everything is guided in a simple, accessible way. You can come exactly as you are - curiosity is enough.

Yes, there's limited parking space in the road right outside Asvah 24.

Absolutely! You are welcome to bring someone along to share this beautiful experience. Just ensure they register in advance.

You will not be asked to step into deep water; light contact with the waves is optional.

The session will be conducted in English.

Yes! Many participants attend solo. The space is supportive and welcoming, designed to foster connection and comfort for everyone.

A beach towel(optional), a light shawl or layer (mornings by the water can be cool), water bottle, and a journal + pen(optional).

Light drizzle will not interrupt the ceremony, and we have alternate sheltered spaces if needed.