When Fire Destroys Everything, the Ocean Helps You Rebuild: Alison's Unexpected Journey of Healing After a Wildfire Took Her Home

Send us Fan MailOnce nestled in the artsy, tree-filled foothills of Altadena, Alison Sherwood, my sister in law, never imagined calling the ocean “home.” But after the devastating fire took her house, her business, and her beloved community, she and my brother were forced to relocate—landing unexpectedly in Redondo Beach.At first, the beach felt foreign to her. But soon, the rhythm of the ocean became a source of comfort, healing, and transformation. Alison opens up about her grief, the emotional toll of starting over, and how the beach became a sanctuary that helped her reconnect with herself after profound loss—including the passing of her mother.Together, Alison and I reflect on:The power of the ocean to ground and healCreating sacred space through healing circles and spiritual practicesFinding identity and purpose through grief and resilienceHow community and ritual can reconnect us to joyToday, Alison offers Reiki, sound healing, hypnotherapy, and her intuitive “Soul Key” technique to help others navigate loss and step into their healing.Whether you’re navigating change or simply drawn to the peace of the shore, Alison’s story is a reminder that the beach has its own kind of magic—one that can hold us through even life’s fiercest storms.Share your story! - by email, voicemail or send me a text using the link at the top of the shownotes🎙️More Episodes I Love: Jamaican Beach Lifeguard Vibes: Stories of Heroic Rescues, Coconut Climbing, and Scuba Adventures with Oneike JacksonSound Baths and Listening to the Heartbeat of the OceanFour Beaches in Seven Days: Memories, Music, and Healing on the Best Beaches of Florida’s Gulf CoastAlison Sherwood offers transformational sessions and tools designed to support you in creating soul-aligned change. These include: ✨ My Soul Key Reiki — a co-creative healing experience guided by your Highest Self ✨ My Soul Key Akashic Hypnosis — deep subconscious transformation with the wisdom of the Records ✨ My Soul Key Support Series — personalized energetic tools and coaching for clarity and alignmentLearn more about Alison's offerings here:www.alisonsherwood.comPODCAST LINKS:Leave a review! on Apple and Spotify and share it with your friends!Want to share your beach story? https://thebeachspeaks.com/contactPurchase your Beach Speaks coastal essence room spray! https://sahuoils.com/meagldSupport the podcast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=77845359 Subscribe to the Podcast: https://thebeachspeaks.com/Listen and Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram https://www.instagram.com/thebeachspeaks/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheBeachSpeaks