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Layne Beachley - Surf’s Up… And Down

Layne Beachley - Surf’s Up… And Down

The Imperfects
Dec 8, 2024 1h 28m
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<p>Today we welcome into the studio 7 time world champion surfer, and all-round legend, Layne Beachley.</p> <p>Layne, who had the self-described &lsquo;compassion of a tiger shark&rsquo; during her competition days, has lived an incredible journey to learn how to love others, and more importantly, herself.</p> <p>Upon discovering that she was adopted, Layne internalised a fear of rejection and intense need to prove herself.</p> <p>What&rsquo;s one way to prove yourself, you may ask? Becoming a world champion, no matter the cost.</p> <p>In this episode, Hugh, Ryan and Josh talk to Layne about the narrative that she created for herself, and how this affected her self-worth, body image and relationships.</p> <p>There is SO MUCH good stuff in this episode, and we can&rsquo;t wait for you to enjoy your day at the Beach(ley).</p> <p>Layne, you are an absolute legend. Thank you for your generous vulnerability.</p> <p>If you would like to watch this full episode on YouTube, follow this link - <a href="https://bit.ly/3VsnIrd">https://bit.ly/3VsnIrd</a></p> <p>ALSO if you would like to buy tickets to Josh&rsquo;s gig (!!!!!) click here - <a href="https://bit.ly/3ZO6ojf">https://bit.ly/3ZO6ojf</a></p> <p>📖&nbsp;Things to read:</p> <ul> <li>Awake Academy - Layne Beachley and Tess Brouwer - <a href="https://bit.ly/4fNThEh">https://bit.ly/4fNThEh</a></li> <li>Beneath the Waves - Michael Gordon with Layne Beachley - <a href="https://bit.ly/410jgU2">https://bit.ly/410jgU2</a></li> <li>From Strength to Strength - Arthur C Brooks - <a href="https://bit.ly/3VCaZTD">https://bit.ly/3VCaZTD</a></li> <li>Build the Life You Want - Arthur C Brooks and Oprah Winfrey - <a href="https://amzn.to/3ZpgFAK">https://amzn.to/3ZpgFAK</a></li> </ul> <p>☕️Places to get coffee (and find your laptop cover):</p> <ul> <li>Aegyo Cafe - <a href="https://bit.ly/3BqMNMi">https://bit.ly/3BqMNMi</a></li> </ul><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

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