Cacao as Therapeutic Ally

I work with Cacao as a Master Plant Teacher and sacred medicine. I have found this spirit to be a valuable ally on the healing journey, from trauma and physical injuries to supporting life transitions. I have researched and gathered ethnographies on the ancestral uses of cacao, explored in my research zine More Than Chocolate: Cacao, Ceremony, and Syncretism. I am an official distributor for the Jaguar Journey/ Sacred Arts Cacao Project in collaboration with the Kaslemal collective in Lake Atitlán, Guatemala.

Contact me to learn more about integrating this medicine into your healing journey, or to order a digital or physical copy of the zine.

About the project:

The Jaguar Journey Sacred Arts Cacao project is rooted in a living relationship with cacao stewards of the northern highlands, including collaboration with the Kaslemal family, who have cultivated and protected cacao traditions across generations. This project was born through direct, respectful connection with these caretakers, honoring their knowledge, their land, and their role as guardians of cacao.

Our work centers on ethical sourcing and reciprocity. We support fair and respectful trade practices that value the labor, lineage, and environmental stewardship of cacao-growing families. The cacao is cultivated in regions that actively resist pesticide contamination and prioritize ecological integrity, ensuring the health of both the land and the communities who depend on it.

Through this collaboration, Jaguar Journey not only distributes ceremonial cacao, but also reinvests into the communities and relationships that sustain it. This includes supporting producers through fair wages, long-term partnerships, and visibility for their work, while educating consumers about the cultural, ecological, and spiritual significance of cacao.

The project extends beyond product distribution into workshops, ceremonies, and educational experiences that reconnect people to cacao as a living tradition—one rooted in reciprocity, respect, and responsibility.

Mission Statement: Jaguar Journey Sacred Arts Cacao exists to preserve and honor ancestral cacao traditions through ethical sourcing, cultural education, and community-centered experiences. We are committed to working in direct relationship with indigenous cacao stewards, supporting sustainable land practices, fair trade, and reciprocity. Our mission is to create a bridge between traditional knowledge and modern communities, fostering connection, creativity, and respect for the land and the people who care for it.

Founder Bio: Enjoly Mar is a cacao steward, multidisciplinary artist, and founder of Jaguar Journey Sacred Arts. With over nine years of experience working in ceremonial arts and community-based practices, she has developed direct relationships with indigenous cacao producers and small family farms in Guatemala. Her work is grounded in reciprocity, ethical sourcing, and cultural respect.

Through Jaguar Journey, she weaves together cacao stewardship, education, and creative expression, offering workshops, ceremonies, and immersive experiences that honor ancestral traditions while making them accessible to contemporary communities. Her approach bridges cultural preservation with conscious entrepreneurship, supporting both the communities of origin and the communities she serves.