Episode:Â 12
Reflections, Intentions and Our Words for 2026
With Layne Beachley and Tess Brouwer
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How you reflect is how you move forward. And how you set intention is how you build a life that actually fits.
In this episode of A Wake Up Call, Tess and Layne walk you through the exact reflection and intention process they have used for years to shape their lives, relationships, businesses, and wellbeing. This is not about New Year’s resolutions or forcing goals into place. It is about slowing down, looking honestly at the year that was, and choosing how you want to show up next with clarity, ownership, and agency.
Tess shares how this practice helped her find her husband, build Awake Academy, create aligned businesses, and even intentionally step into motherhood. Layne reflects on a deeply fulfilling year marked by showing up through challenge, grief, and growth, and what she learned about self compassion, surrender, and belonging.
Together, they explore reflection as a tool for emotional processing, intention as a confidence builder, and structure as the foundation for freedom. You will hear real examples, practical coaching moments, and gentle permission to let contradictory feelings coexist. This episode is a guided reset. One you can return to anytime you feel scattered, stuck, or ready for your next chapter.
You’ll learn:
- Why reflection builds clarity instead of dwelling in the past
- How writing intentions down increases follow through and confidence
- Why structure creates freedom, not restriction
- What sustained growth actually looks like in real life
- How to design habits that support energy, not burnout
5 Key takeaways
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Reflection creates clarity, not distance Writing things down helps you process emotions rather than bury them. Clarity comes from facing the year honestly.
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Intentions beat resolutions every time Intentions give you ownership and agency. They remove pressure and create accountability without self judgement.
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Structure is the gateway to freedom When you know what matters most, structure helps protect your energy and attention so you can live more fully.
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You can hold pride and frustration together Growth is not linear. Fulfilment and challenge can coexist without cancelling each other out.
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Sustained growth comes from habits, not outcomes You are already worthy. Habits support the life you want to live. They do not define your worth.
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