What if the story you’re telling is the thing keeping you stuck?
In this special bonus episode of A Wake-Up Call, Tess and Layne revisit a deeply personal moment that reveals how powerful our internal stories can be, and how quickly they can pull us out of alignment with who we really are.
Layne shares the story of a competitive surf event that spiralled into weeks of self-judgement and withdrawal. Not because of the moment itself, but because of the meaning attached to it. The fear of being seen. The weight of expectation. The pressure of identity.
Together, Tess and Layne explore how stories turn into beliefs, why simply “knowing better” isn’t always enough to move on, and what it really takes to release a narrative that no longer serves you. They unpack intuition, embodiment, and the importance of rewriting stories from truth rather than fear.
This episode is a reminder that growth isn’t about forcing positivity. It’s about reconnecting with your deepest truth, letting go of outdated identities, and returning to lightness, flow, and joy.
In this episode, we talk about:
How stories loop and quietly erode confidence
Why fear-based narratives grow stronger the more we repeat them
The difference between rationalising and telling the truth
How ignoring intuition disconnects you from trust and ease
Shame, self-judgement, and the fear of being seen
Why embodiment helps process what words can’t
We also explore:
The moment Layne realised she needed to “shed the skin” of expectation
How letting go creates freedom and lightness
Why life works best when you remember the dance
If you’ve been stuck replaying a moment or carrying the weight of who you think you’re meant to be, this episode will help you soften the story and reconnect with trust, intuition, and flow.
And if you’re listening thinking, “I want support to do this work,” we share how you can join The Awake Collective for ongoing coaching, community, and practical tools.
Connect with Awake
• Join the Awake Collective Community for monthly masterclasses
https://awake-academy.mykajabi.com/awake-collective-sales
• Get Awake’s book: Know Yourself, Grow Yourself
• 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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