THE LIBRARY ∙ 150+ ESSAYS ∙ THREE DECADES OF WORKThe Wisdom Library
Not a blog - a body of work. Curated into Collections, organised by what you need
COLLECTION ∙ 01
Guided Journeys
Cacao, gong and shamanic ceremonies to meet every spirit guide within.
COLLECTION ∙ 02
Recipes & Rituals
Medicine at home - food, drink and small daily ceremonies.
COLLECTION ∙ 03
Sound Healing
The gongs, the frequencies, and how sound moves what words cannot
COLLECTION ∙ 04
Cacao
The heart-opener — history, medicine and the spirit of Mama Cacao herself
COLLECTION ∙ 05
Herbal Medicine, Plant Magic & Science
Monographs, remedies and the plants that teach as much as they heal
COLLECTION ∙ 06
Shamanic Healing
Practice, technique and the living tradition behind the ceremony
COLLECTION ∙ 07
Wisdom for Women
Hormones, cycles and the seasons of a woman's life
COLLECTION ∙ 08
Sorrell's Reflections
Letters, musings and the philosophy behind the practice
For the curious browser, rather than the seeker
The Power of the Midday Nap
Why does a midday nap unlock creativity and calm the nervous system? A Medical Herbalist explores the TCM wisdom and science behind giving yourself permission to rest.
Finding Your Cool in the Midst of the Fire
Think a warming spice is wrong for summer? Think again. Medical herbalist Sorrell Robbins reveals why cinnamon cacao is nature's secret summer cooling ritual.
The Evolution of the Circle: Why We Are Changing the Way We Ceremony
After eight wonderful years, I'm evolving how we gather in Kent. Shorter circles, Sunday afternoons, and a new monthly pure sound healing session — here's what's changing and why.
The Neurobiology of Sound: How Resonance and Ritual Calm Us in a Rushed World
We live in a world that keeps our nervous systems stuck in a constant loop of quiet alert. Discover the fascinating science behind how low-frequency acoustic vibrations act as a physical reset switch for the vagus nerve, helping you return to your own harmonious resonance.
Blue Lotus — A Guided Shamanic Journey with Gongs
Meet Blue Lotus — the still water flower of ancient Egypt, healer of nightmares and keeper of gentle rest. A shamanic gong journey into deep sleep, soft dreams and quiet tranquility.
Sound Healing for the Nervous System: Why Frequency is the Medicine of the Future
Sound is medicine—when it’s delivered with care. Discover how trauma-informed sound healing supports nervous system repair, deep rest, and emotional reset.
Orange Tree — A Guided Shamanic Journey with Gongs (Cacao Optional)
Meet Mama Orange — sun-bright ally of joy, prosperity and gentle release. A guided gong journey into her folklore and medicine, cacao optional.
Come Home to Your Heart: The Ancient Medicine of Cacao & Sound Healing
There’s a profound medicine in coming home to yourself, connecting into your heart, your spirit, your truest self. I dive deep into the magic, tradition, and science behind my Mayan-inspired ceremonial cacao & gong healing sessions. Rooted in ancient wisdom and aligned with cosmic rhythms, these intimate ceremonies are sacred containers for nourishment, transformation, and remembering who you really are.
Rose — A Guided Shamanic Journey with Gongs (Cacao Optional)
Meet Rose — the old friend of the heart, healer of grief and keeper of calm. A gentle gong journey into her medicine of softness, beauty and quiet strength.
Mugwort — A Guided Shamanic Journey with Gongs
Mugwort, the great dreaming herb, opens the gate between waking and vision. A gentle gong journey into lucid dreams, psychic sight and the fearless voice she teaches.
Sound Healing: How It Changes Consciousness and the Power of Gong
Sound has always captivated me, from childhood hymns to shamanic drumming. It's a powerful force for healing and transformation, a connection to something deeper. Intrigued by the science and the profound personal experiences I've had with sound healing? Want to learn how gongs and plant medicines can amplify its effects? My latest blog post dives into the world of sound healing, exploring its benefits, the importance of finding a qualified practitioner, and how you can experience its magic for yourself. Read more to discover how sound can shift your consciousness and bring you into greater alignment.
Vortex of the Heart — A Guided Shamanic Cacao and Gong Ceremony (Cacao Optional)
Journey through the vortex of your own heart into a magical garden of desire, release and possibility. A guided cacao and gong ceremony into self-love and manifestation, cacao optional.
Great Spirit — A Guided Shamanic Cacao Journey to the Upper Realm (Cacao Optional)
Meet Great Spirit — the one with ten thousand names, met in your own unique way. A gentle cacao and gong journey into the upper realm, cacao optional.
Ancient Ancestors — A Guided Shamanic Cacao Journey (Cacao Optional)
Journey back thousands of years to meet your ancient ancestors — cacao optional. A guided cacao and gong ceremony to reclaim lost power and heal what's been carr
Past Life — A Guided Shamanic Cacao Journey to the Upper Realm (Cacao Optional)
Step into the Temple of Reflections and glimpse a past — or future — life. A guided cacao and gong journey into the upper realm, cacao optional, to reclaim old gifts and old wisdom.
Gong Healing: A Journey of Sound and Transformation
Is gong healing the missing piece in your wellness journey?
Discover how the ancient art of sound therapy can induce deep relaxation, promote healing, and elevate your spiritual awareness. As a seasoned gong master, I'll guide you through the intricacies of this transformative practice. Join our upcoming shamanic gong workshop and experience the magic for yourself.
Visioning with our Future Self: Free Shamanic Cacao Ceremony with Gongs
Meet yourself further down the road — five years, fifty, however far calls to you. A guided cacao and gong journey along your own timeline into your highest potential, cacao optional.
Spirit of the Forest — A Guided Shamanic Journey with Gongs (Cacao Optional)
Meet the Spirit of the Forest, wherever your own trees may be. A gentle guided journey — cacao optional — into nature's oldest archetypes, ancient protection and quiet renewal.
Connect With Your Money Spirit Guide: A Cacao & Shamanic Journey
Meet the guide who holds the map to your own prosperity. A guided cacao and shamanic journey into abundance, ancestral patterns and the stories that block financial flow, cacao optional.
Experience the Magic of Autumnus: A Sacred Cacao & Gong Journey
Meet Autumnus, the Roman spirit of the turning season, who shows us our own lengthening shadows. A guided cacao and gong ceremony into harvest, release and honest shadow work, cacao optional.