This episode Waves of Wisdom: Exploring Water’s Influence, is a harmonious blend of science and soul, offering listeners both practical insights and spiritual reflections. Racheal welcomes Dr. Easkey Britton, an esteemed surfer, writer, artist, filmmaker, and marine social scientist. Easkey, a lifelong surfer who learned to surf at a young age, discusses her passion for the sea and how it has profoundly shaped her life and work.  Together, they explore themes of intergenerational connection with water, the embodiment of water's fluidity, and the sense of belonging it invokes. Easkey also shares her insights on the spiritual and emotional impacts of water, detailing how the ocean fuels curiosity, creativity, and a deep sense of wonder. The episode delves into how water can be both a connector and a teacher, offering lessons of flexibility, resilience, and alignment. The conversation touches on Easkey's competitive surfing years, her academic pursuits, and the importance of leading a life that resonates with one's soul purpose.  Easkey talks about her upcoming retreat, 'The Wisdom of Water,' which aims to help participants deeply connect with the essence and wisdom of water. Check out Easkey’s retreat here: Wisdom Of Water Retreat and she has kindly offered listeners 10% off if they wish to join. You can use code SEAKIN10 If you want to connect with Rachael and learn more about her offerings such as her Aligned Membership you can find her here: Rachael Hall - Aligned  We hope you enjoyed the first episode of The Aligned Podcast, don’t forget to subscribe and keep an eye out for the next episode 1st June.