We all know the name Layne Beachley. She has legend status. 

I’ve known Layne since she was 5. We grew up in the same neighbourhood, I was mates with her older brother, and I remember her paddling out in the surf as a little kid. We called her gidget. 

We’ve caught up from time to time over the years, but like most people, I’ve watched her journey to greatness from afar.

Most are aware of Layne’s success: her seven world titles, the only surfer male or female to win six of them consecutively - but what happens after you are named the best in the world? And what kind of person has the drive and ambition to face a 50 foot wave?

During this conversation, we get into how her drive to be the best wasn’t just your typical ambition. How in fact, it was where she came from - losing her mother at 5, and finding out she was adopted at 8, that fed a deep hunger to prove to herself, and to everyone else, that she was worthy of love. 

Layne talks about how retiring meant losing her sense of identity. And how she has gone through a rebirthing. 

This was a really beautiful chat with an old friend. 

You can follow Layne on Instagram here, and visit Awake Academy here.

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We all know the name Layne Beachley. She has legend status. I’ve known Layne since she was 5. We grew up in the same neighbourhood, I was mates with her older brother, and I remember her paddling out in the surf as a little kid. We called her gidget. We’ve caught up from time to time over the years, but like most people, I’ve watched her journey to greatness from afar. Most are aware of Layne’s success: her seven world titles, the only surfer male or female to win six of them consecutively - but what happens after you are named the best in the world? And what kind of person has the drive and ambition to face a 50 foot wave? During this conversation, we get into how her drive to be the best wasn’t just your typical ambition. How in fact, it was where she came from - losing her mother at 5, and finding out she was adopted at 8, that fed a deep hunger to prove to herself, and to everyone else, that she was worthy of love. Layne talks about how retiring meant losing her sense of identity. And how she has gone through a rebirthing. This was a really beautiful chat with an old friend. You can follow Layne on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/laynebeachley/?hl=en">here</a>, and visit Awake Academy <a href="https://awakeacademy.com.au/">here</a>. Join our youtime movement at <a href="http://www.youtime.com">www.youtime.com</a>  Be part of our Instagram community <a href="https://www.instagram.com/youtime/">@youtime</a>

Introspective, meditative, and raw, ‘It's youtime’ exists as a purposeful source of inspiration and education for anyone and everyone who wants to seek a deeper connection with themselves and the world around them.

Hosted by youtime.com founder, former celebrity hair stylist and beauty e-commerce mogul  Steve Terry; ‘It's youtime’ offers a series of intimate, candid heart-to-hearts with those in our community who lead their lives with an authentic and considerate approach to creativity, advocacy, and self-inquiry.

Together, Steve and his diverse cast of guests speak candidly on wellbeing, self-care, personal motivation, and holistic beliefs in a warm environment that feels as cosy as sitting in the chair with your favourite hair stylist, at your local salon catching up, while getting some well-deserved you time.

With a personal narrative rich in fostering intimate connections with people all over the world as a celebrity hairstylist with publications like Vogue, Elle, ID, and Dazed; several successful business ventures; and appearances on TV shows including Swedish Idol, X-factor, and Top Model, and his extraordinary success as an entrepreneur in the beauty and wellness space, Steve possesses a magnetic ability to nurture meaningful connections with close confidantes and strangers alike.

Introspective, meditative, and raw, ‘It's youtime’ exists as a purposeful source of inspiration and education for anyone and everyone who wants to seek a deeper connection with themselves and the world around them.
Hosted by youtime.com founder, former celebrity hair stylist and beauty e-commerce mogul  Steve Terry; ‘It's youtime’ offers a series of intimate, candid heart-to-hearts with those in our community who lead their lives with an authentic and considerate approach to creativity, advocacy, and self-inquiry.
Together, Steve and his diverse cast of guests speak candidly on wellbeing, self-care, personal motivation, and holistic beliefs in a warm environment that feels as cosy as sitting in the chair with your favourite hair stylist, at your local salon catching up, while getting some well-deserved you time.
With a personal narrative rich in fostering intimate connections with people all over the world as a celebrity hairstylist with publications like Vogue, Elle, ID, and Dazed; several successful business ventures; and appearances on TV shows including Swedish Idol, X-factor, and Top Model, and his extraordinary success as an entrepreneur in the beauty and wellness space, Steve possesses a magnetic ability to nurture meaningful connections with close confidantes and strangers alike.

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