THE SCIENCE OF HAPPINESS – with Sue Langley
https://langleygroup.com.au/

If you’ve ever wondered,

“Why can’t I stay happy even when things are good?”
 “Is there actually science behind wellbeing?”
 “Can I really rewire my brain to feel better?”

—this episode is for you.

In today’s episode of A Wake Up Call, Layne and Tess sit down with Sue Langley — global leader in positive psychology and neuroscience, founder of the Langley Group, and the woman who helped them ground their book Awake: Own Your Truth in science.

Sue’s story is extraordinary: from truck driver to one of the world’s most respected experts in human flourishing. Her work translates complex brain science into practical, real-world tools that anyone can use to boost happiness, resilience, and purpose.

In this powerful and joy-filled conversation, you’ll learn:
What positive psychology really is (and what it’s not)
The brain-based reason gratitude, mindfulness, and focus actually work
How to turn trauma into growth and rewire your mindset for worthiness
The difference between good stress and bad stress — and how to use both
A 30-second brain hack you can try right now to boost your mood
How AI could help scale wellbeing and make mental fitness accessible to everyone

Sue brings both warmth and wisdom, with practical takeaways you can use today to feel more alive, balanced, and in control of your happiness.

Hit play and discover how small shifts in focus, belief, and self-awareness can rewire your brain for wellbeing.

Connect with Awake
Join the Awake Collective Community for monthly masterclasses https://awake-academy.mykajabi.com/awake-collective-sales
Get Awake’s transformative book: Know yourself grow yourself to live a happier more purposeful life  https://www.penguin.com.au/books/awake-academy-9781761345869
Watch the episodes on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Awake_Academy
Follow Layne on Instagram @Laynebeachley
Follow Tess on Instagram @tesscbrouwer
Follow Awake Academy on Instagram @awake_academy
Book us for a workshop – wakeup@awakeacademy.com.au
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Sign up for a wake up call for a weekly wake up call
Sponsor our podcast wakeup@awakeacademy.com.au

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.

THE SCIENCE OF HAPPINESS &ndash; with Sue Langley <a href="https://langleygroup.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://langleygroup.com.au/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1761968661030000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2Kp1YoQTDBvsIg86MDeD3l">https://langleygroup.com.au/</a>
If you&rsquo;ve ever wondered,
&ldquo;Why can&rsquo;t I stay happy even when things are good?&rdquo; &nbsp;&ldquo;Is there actually science behind wellbeing?&rdquo; &nbsp;&ldquo;Can I really rewire my brain to feel better?&rdquo;
&mdash;this episode is for you.
In today&rsquo;s episode of A Wake Up Call, Layne and Tess sit down with Sue Langley &mdash; global leader in positive psychology and neuroscience, founder of the Langley Group, and the woman who helped them ground their book Awake: Own Your Truth in science.
Sue&rsquo;s story is extraordinary: from truck driver to one of the world&rsquo;s most respected experts in human flourishing. Her work translates complex brain science into practical, real-world tools that anyone can use to boost happiness, resilience, and purpose.
In this powerful and joy-filled conversation, you&rsquo;ll learn:
<ul>
<li>What positive psychology really is (and what it&rsquo;s not)</li>
<li>The brain-based reason gratitude, mindfulness, and focus actually work</li>
<li>How to turn trauma into growth and rewire your mindset for worthiness</li>
<li>The difference between good stress and bad stress &mdash; and how to use both</li>
<li>A 30-second brain hack you can try right now to boost your mood</li>
<li>How AI could help scale wellbeing and make mental fitness accessible to everyone</li>
</ul>
Sue brings both warmth and wisdom, with practical takeaways you can use today to feel more alive, balanced, and in control of your happiness.
Hit play and discover how small shifts in focus, belief, and self-awareness can rewire your brain for wellbeing.
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&nbsp;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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