What does well-being actually look like when you’re exhausted, parenting, flying, speaking, working… and still trying to be a decent human? This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at how Layne and Tess really weave habits, supplements, sleep, and rituals into messy, modern life – without pretending it’s perfect.

From Layne sprinting on the sand, flying to a keynote half-asleep, smashing it on stage and then nearly hurling through turbulence… to Tess parenting through a hangover after Kirk’s birthday, they unpack the routines that hold them – and the ones that fell apart and had to be rebuilt. You’ll hear the story of Layne’s “first pancake” keynote that ended in a formal complaint, and how that wake-up call turned her into the speaker she is today.

They dive into morning rituals (from cuddles and magnesium water to “show me how good it can get today, universe”), the power of a 10-minute lunchtime reset with bare feet in the grass, and why nighttime routines quietly run the whole show. There’s honest chat about alcohol, falling off the wagon, bone broth, matcha, and the truth that sometimes the bravest move is just leaving your desk to eat lunch outside.

This episode isn’t medical advice – it’s Layne and Tess sharing what’s actually working, what isn’t, and how to keep coming back to habits that honour your nervous system, your energy, and your real life.

🎧 Hit play and remember — you can’t give from an empty cup. It’s time to refill yours.

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Disclaimer

The A Wake Up Call podcast is created for general informational, educational, and inspirational purposes only. The stories, tools, and insights shared are designed to support your wellbeing journey - not to replace professional medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. In fact, we believe therapy is non-negotiable in life.

If you’re experiencing a medical or mental health condition, please seek guidance from a qualified healthcare professional. Never ignore or delay seeking professional advice because of something you’ve heard on this podcast.

Your wellbeing matters. Take care of yourself, stay curious, and remember the real wake-up call is listening to what your body and mind are trying to tell you.

What does well-being actually look like when you&rsquo;re exhausted, parenting, flying, speaking, working&hellip; and still trying to be a decent human? This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at how Layne and Tess really weave habits, supplements, sleep, and rituals into messy, modern life &ndash; without pretending it&rsquo;s perfect.
From Layne sprinting on the sand, flying to a keynote half-asleep, smashing it on stage and then nearly hurling through turbulence&hellip; to Tess parenting through a hangover after Kirk&rsquo;s birthday, they unpack the routines that hold them &ndash; and the ones that fell apart and had to be rebuilt. You&rsquo;ll hear the story of Layne&rsquo;s &ldquo;first pancake&rdquo; keynote that ended in a formal complaint, and how that wake-up call turned her into the speaker she is today.
They dive into morning rituals (from cuddles and magnesium water to &ldquo;show me how good it can get today, universe&rdquo;), the power of a 10-minute lunchtime reset with bare feet in the grass, and why nighttime routines quietly run the whole show. There&rsquo;s honest chat about alcohol, falling off the wagon, bone broth, matcha, and the truth that sometimes the bravest move is just leaving your desk to eat lunch outside.
This episode isn&rsquo;t medical advice &ndash; it&rsquo;s Layne and Tess sharing what&rsquo;s actually working, what isn&rsquo;t, and how to keep coming back to habits that honour your nervous system, your energy, and your real life.
🎧 Hit play and remember &mdash; you can&rsquo;t give from an empty cup. It&rsquo;s time to refill yours.
Connect with Awake
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Join the Awake Collective Community for monthly masterclasses <a href="https://awake-academy.mykajabi.com/awake-collective-sales" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://awake-academy.mykajabi.com/awake-collective-sales&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1763088774388000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3ycQt-mFhNRkuwQnqO9QaL">https://awake-academy.mykajabi.com/awake-collective-sales</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Get Awake&rsquo;s transformative book: Know yourself grow yourself to live a happier more purposeful life&nbsp; <a href="https://www.penguin.com.au/books/awake-academy-9781761345869">https://www.penguin.com.au/books/awake-academy-9781761345869</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Watch the episodes on YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Awake_Academy">https://www.youtube.com/@Awake_Academy</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Layne on Instagram @Laynebeachley</li>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Tess on Instagram @tesscbrouwer</li>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Awake Academy on Instagram @awake_academy</li>
<li aria-level="1">Book us for a workshop &ndash; <a href="mailto:wakeup@awakeacademy.com.au">wakeup@awakeacademy.com.au</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Awakes TikTok <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@awakeacademy_">https://www.tiktok.com/@awakeacademy_</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Sign up for a wake up call for a weekly wake up call</li>
<li aria-level="1">Sponsor our podcast <a href="mailto:wakeup@awakeacademy.com.au">wakeup@awakeacademy.com.au</a></li>
</ul>
Disclaimer
The A Wake Up Call podcast is created for general informational, educational, and inspirational purposes only. The stories, tools, and insights shared are designed to support your wellbeing journey - not to replace professional medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. In fact, we believe therapy is non-negotiable in life.
If you&rsquo;re experiencing a medical or mental health condition, please seek guidance from a qualified healthcare professional. Never ignore or delay seeking professional advice because of something you&rsquo;ve heard on this podcast.
Your wellbeing matters. Take care of yourself, stay curious, and remember the real wake-up call is listening to what your body and mind are trying to tell you.

You can change your life and A Wake Up Call will show you how.

Hosted by Layne Beachley AO and Tess Brouwer, founders of Awake Academy, this is the podcast that gets real about what it takes to live awake - no filters, no fluff, just truth, science, and stories that will shake you out of autopilot and into action.

Each episode is packed with practical tools, honest conversations, and powerful wake-up calls to help you stress less, feel more, and reconnect with who you really are.

If you’re ready to stop drifting and start living with purpose, you’re in the right place.

Follow @awake_academy for more tools, truth, and transformation and tune in weekly to A Wake Up Call.

You can change your life and A Wake Up Call will show you how.
Hosted by Layne Beachley AO and Tess Brouwer, founders of <a href="https://awakeacademy.com.au/">Awake Academy</a>, this is the podcast that gets real about what it takes to live awake - no filters, no fluff, just truth, science, and stories that will shake you out of autopilot and into action.
Each episode is packed with practical tools, honest conversations, and powerful wake-up calls to help you stress less, feel more, and reconnect with who you really are.
If you&rsquo;re ready to stop drifting and start living with purpose, you&rsquo;re in the right place.
Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/awake_academy/?hl=en">@awake_academy</a> for more tools, truth, and transformation and tune in weekly to A Wake Up Call.

A Wake Up Call

You can change your life and A Wake Up Call will show you how.

Hosted by Layne Beachley AO and Tess Brouwer, this is the podcast that gets real about what it takes to live awake - no filters, no fluff, just truth, science, and stories that will shake you out of autopilot and into action.

Each episode is packed with practical tools, honest conversations, and powerful wake-up calls to help you stress less, feel more, and reconnect with who you really are.

If you’re ready to stop drifting and start living with purpose, you’re in the right place.

Follow @awake_academy for more tools, truth, and transformation and tune in weekly to A Wake Up Call.

You can change your life and A Wake Up Call will show you how.
Hosted by Layne Beachley AO and Tess Brouwer, this is the podcast that gets real about what it takes to live awake - no filters, no fluff, just truth, science, and stories that will shake you out of autopilot and into action.
Each episode is packed with practical tools, honest conversations, and powerful wake-up calls to help you stress less, feel more, and reconnect with who you really are.
If you&rsquo;re ready to stop drifting and start living with purpose, you&rsquo;re in the right place.
Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/awake_academy/?hl=en">@awake_academy</a> for more tools, truth, and transformation and tune in weekly to A Wake Up Call.

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