Wake The F*** Up

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Wake The F*** Up

Hosted by Alix and Dr.David Long. We're here to empower individuals in self-love by navigating grief & loss through emotional well-being and nervous system regulation. Wake the F up and stop sleepwalking through your life! Download our app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wake-wellness/id6449465135 Here at WAKE wellness we are big fans of CANN - The THC & CBD Infused Social Tonic https://drinkcann.com/product/the-starter-pack/cannbassador/Wake/ Referral coupon: WAKE30 redeemable on drinkcann.com This coupon is for 30% off our Starter Pack (best seller!)

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Widower Becomes a New Dad & Heals Through Love

    This week on the Wake the F** Up Podcast*, Alix interviews David about their powerful and emotional birth story. From navigating a high-risk delivery to facing life-altering medical decisions, David shares his perspective on becoming a father again, healing from loss, and finding love after tragedy. 🔥 What You’ll Hear in This Episode: David’s journey from being a young widower to becoming a new dad again. The emotional highs and lows of welcoming their daughter, Genevieve June Long. How love, resilience, and self-awareness helped them overcome life-altering challenges. Insights into building an authentic, peaceful life after profound loss. 💡 Why This Episode Matters: This heartfelt conversation explores how the darkest moments of loss can lead to the brightest opportunities for growth, healing, and connection. Whether you’ve faced grief or are searching for deeper meaning in life, this episode offers powerful lessons on resilience and the transformative power of love. 🌿 Don’t Miss Out: Tune in to hear David and Alix’s raw and inspiring journey. This is a story of healing, growth, and finding joy amidst the unexpected twists of life. Finding Rebirth Through Grief - Alix’s blog  From Mexico with Love- Cynthea Corfah Download the WAKE app on the ⁠⁠Apple App Store⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Google Play Store⁠⁠   Follow WAKE on Instagram ⁠⁠@thewakewellness⁠⁠

    1 hr

  2. DEC 5

    When Life Hangs by a Thread - a Mother's Birthstory

    Welcome back to another Wake the F*** Up episode, where we've long awaited the powerful story of Alix and Dr. David. Today, they join us to share their devastating yet fascinating journey—from a near-death experience to the birth and life of their final child, Genevieve. In this raw and heartfelt conversation, they reveal the profound challenges, triumphs, and emotional rollercoasters they faced along the way. Their story is a testament to resilience, love, and the incredible strength of the human spirit in the face of life's most difficult moments. Stay tuned for an inspiring and moving discussion about hope, healing, and the unbreakable bonds that keep us going. Through a combination of wellness practices, mindfulness techniques, and ⁠grief mentoring⁠, participants are supported in navigating their individual journeys toward healing, self-acceptance, and renewal. If you’re ready to embark on your own healing journey and discover how grief can lead to personal growth, we invite you to read more about Cynthea Corfah’s transformative experience ⁠here from the rebrith retreat. ⁠Her story offers a deeper look into how reconnecting with ancestral roots can bring clarity, healing, and insight into the grieving process. Finding Rebirth Through Grief - Alix’s blog  From Mexico with Love- Cynthea Corfah Download the WAKE app on the ⁠⁠Apple App Store⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Google Play Store⁠⁠   Follow WAKE on Instagram ⁠⁠@thewakewellness⁠⁠ Follow Alix Long on IG @alixlongwinded Follow Katie on Instagram: ⁠⁠@katiecoffeephoto Follow Cynthea on Instagram: ⁠⁠@cyntheacorfah Follow Cally on Instagram: @⁠⁠vesselhealing Follow Dionne on Instagram: @⁠⁠dionneeleanor_More resources to help you along your grief journey & wellness retreat recaps:

    23 min

  3. NOV 27

    Rebirth Retreat EAT PRAY LOVE Recap Puerto Vallarta

    EAT, PRAY, LOVE—these words have resonated deeply with many of us, a timeless reminder of life’s cyclical nature, its trials, and the possibility for transformation. As Alix and Dr. David Long take time off on maternity leave, a new chapter is unfolding for them, one that intertwines the complexities of loss, love, and new beginnings. In their absence, Cally Skye, Dionne, and Katie have arrived in Mexico to lead the Rebirth Retreat, a transformative experience designed to help individuals navigate grief, rediscover personal wellness, and reconnect with their deeper selves. It’s almost poetic, though entirely unintentional, that the circumstances surrounding the retreat mirror the very themes we explore here: life’s unpredictable nature, the paradox of joy and sorrow, and the beauty found in the process of healing. Alix and Dr. David Long, who both experienced the heart-wrenching loss of their previous spouses, are now embarking on a new chapter in their lives as not only a newly married couple but as parents for the sixth time. It’s a journey of profound resilience, as they blend together a blended family, much like the Brady Bunch, but through the lens of grief. As we begin our exploration in Mexico, Katie Coffee, an experienced grief mentor and wellness coach, leads us on an extraordinary journey to Puerto Vallarta—a town rich in culture, natural beauty, and deep spiritual significance. In this sacred space, participants in the Rebirth Retreat are encouraged to explore the complex layers of their grief, reclaim their personal power, and reconnect with their ancestral wisdom. Cynthia Corfah, a retreat participant, shares her deeply personal experience of how she connected with her ancestors during this journey, discovering not only the stories of those who came before her but also the strength and resilience that runs through her bloodline. Through guided meditation, nature immersion, and storytelling, she uncovered insights that have helped her heal and move forward in an empowered way. The Rebirth Retreat focuses on the healing power of grief—an understanding that grief is not something to be fixed or avoided, but a natural and transformative process that can lead to personal growth. By embracing grief, we unlock the potential for deep emotional and spiritual healing, allowing us to fully embrace life once more. Through a combination of wellness practices, mindfulness techniques, and grief mentoring, participants are supported in navigating their individual journeys toward healing, self-acceptance, and renewal. If you’re ready to embark on your own healing journey and discover how grief can lead to personal growth, we invite you to read more about Cynthia Corfah’s transformative experience here. Her story offers a deeper look into how reconnecting with ancestral roots can bring clarity, healing, and insight into the grieving process. More resources to help you along your grief journey & wellness retreat recaps: Finding Rebirth Through Grief - Alix’s blog  From Mexico with Love- Cynthea Corfah Download the WAKE app on the ⁠⁠Apple App Store⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Google Play Store⁠⁠   Follow WAKE on Instagram ⁠⁠@thewakewellness⁠⁠ Follow Katie on Instagram: ⁠⁠@katiecoffeephoto Follow Cynthea on Instagram: ⁠⁠@cyntheacorfah Follow Cally on Instagram: @⁠⁠vesselhealing Follow Dionne on Instagram: @⁠⁠dionneeleanor_

    30 min

  4. NOV 6

    ICYMI - What Must be Carried in Grief

    Right now, the WAKE Wellness team is onsite at our 2024 Rebirth Retreat, November 2-9, in Mixto, Mexico. We're so glad to have the opportunity to help our community get out of life's autopilot and break free from factors that have held them back. This week is all about embracing the opportunity to take back your power, gain practical tools, and leave with a newfound sense of purpose and authenticity. We have some exciting podcast content in store in the coming weeks. For now, we wanted to re-share this incredible episode with friend-of-the-show Whitney Allen. We hope you enjoy hearing Whitney's insights about helping others with their grief journey through her own experience. >>>>>>>>>>> This week on the Wake the F*ck Up Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome back listener favorite Whitney Allen. A successful author and widow, Whitney shares her deeply personal journey since the loss of her husband, Ryan, in April 2022. In this candid conversation, she reflects on her transition from practicing law to dedicating herself to helping others navigate their grief. Whitney offers valuable insights on the importance of confronting emotions rather than avoiding them, emphasizing that truly facing our feelings is essential for healing. She also highlights the challenge of finding genuine guidance in a world filled with overwhelming noise, encouraging listeners to seek out authentic sources of support. Throughout the episode, Whitney stresses that intentional actions and community support are vital for personal growth, even when that growth feels uncomfortable. She shares practical tips for effectively communicating with those who are grieving, urging listeners to validate their experiences and be present for others during their hardest moments. In addition to these heartfelt insights, Whitney introduces her upcoming book, "What Must Be Carried," set to release in March 2025. We invite listeners to presave the ⁠⁠link here⁠⁠ to purchase the book. This essential resource for anyone coping with loss. Join us for this inspiring conversation, and don’t forget to connect with Whitney through her website and social media for additional support and resources on grief. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand grief more deeply and help others through their journeys. Download the WAKE app on the⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠ or⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Google Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠   Follow WAKE on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@thewakewellness⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Katie on Instagram:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@⁠⁠⁠⁠katiecoffeephoto⁠⁠ Follow Whitney on Instagram: @⁠⁠whitneylynallen⁠⁠ More resources to help you along your grief journey:  ⁠⁠What must be Carried⁠⁠ - Whitney Allen ⁠⁠On Death and Dying⁠⁠ - by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross ⁠⁠Scar Tissue⁠⁠ - By Anthony Kiedis ⁠⁠The Surrender Experiment⁠⁠ - By Michael A. Singer, ⁠⁠Death, Dying & Rebirth: A Look at the Second Birth of Humanity⁠⁠ - By Dr.  Zach Bush ⁠⁠Finding rebirth through grief⁠⁠ - Alix’s blog  ⁠⁠Conscious Grieving: A Transformative Approach to Healing from Loss⁠⁠ - by Claire Bidwell Smith ⁠⁠A Message of Hope from the Angels⁠⁠ - By Lorna Byrne ⁠⁠Open Path Collective⁠⁠ - Resource for finding affordable therapy and counseling services

    55 min

  5. OCT 23

    What Must be Carried in Grief & the Discomfort of Growth.

    This week on the Wake the F*ck Up Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome back listener favorite Whitney Allen. A successful author and widow, Whitney shares her deeply personal journey since the loss of her husband, Ryan, in April 2022. In this candid conversation, she reflects on her transition from practicing law to dedicating herself to helping others navigate their grief. Whitney offers valuable insights on the importance of confronting emotions rather than avoiding them, emphasizing that truly facing our feelings is essential for healing. She also highlights the challenge of finding genuine guidance in a world filled with overwhelming noise, encouraging listeners to seek out authentic sources of support. Throughout the episode, Whitney stresses that intentional actions and community support are vital for personal growth, even when that growth feels uncomfortable. She shares practical tips for effectively communicating with those who are grieving, urging listeners to validate their experiences and be present for others during their hardest moments. In addition to these heartfelt insights, Whitney introduces her upcoming book, "What Must Be Carried," set to release in March 2025. We invite listeners to presave the link here to purchase the book. This essential resource for anyone coping with loss. Join us for this inspiring conversation, and don’t forget to connect with Whitney through her website and social media for additional support and resources on grief. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand grief more deeply and help others through their journeys. Download the WAKE app on the ⁠⁠Apple App Store⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Google Play Store⁠⁠   Follow WAKE on Instagram ⁠⁠@thewakewellness⁠⁠ Follow Katie on Instagram: ⁠⁠@katiecoffeephoto Follow Whitney on Instagram: @whitneylynallen More resources to help you along your grief journey:  What must be Carried - Whitney Allen On Death and Dying - by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Scar Tissue - By Anthony Kiedis The Surrender Experiment - By Michael A. Singer, Death, Dying & Rebirth: A Look at the Second Birth of Humanity - By Dr.  Zach Bush Finding rebirth through grief - Alix’s blog  Conscious Grieving: A Transformative Approach to Healing from Loss - by Claire Bidwell Smith A Message of Hope from the Angels - By Lorna Byrne Open Path Collective - Resource for finding affordable therapy and counseling services

    55 min

  6. OCT 16

    Changing Your Narrative - Dionne' Story

    We are excited to welcome a very special guest this week on the the Wake the F*ck Up Podcast. Dionne Eleanor is a relationship and empowerment mentor who creates transformative experiences that address the hidden barriers to well being. Dionne will be part of our WAKE Wellness Rebirth Retreat in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, November 2-9. She joins Katy on the podcast this week to answer some important questions about what you can expect to get out of a wellness retreat, and how to know when you need a retreat to help support your inner healing. Dionne will be part of our team leading a variety of therapeutic activities carefully curated to help you heal grief and trauma and awake to your true self.  Dionne specializes in intergenerational trauma, ancestral trauma, grief, heartbreak, burnout, and all of these things that are not really addressed in typical wellness programs. Dionne calls these struggles “the silent drainers” and she has been working on retreats for more than twelve years, leading with techniques and tools to help support your physical and mental wellbeing.  Dionne kicks off the podcast by sharing her diverse background and transformative journey from overcoming a spinal injury to becoming a mentor focused on sustainable wellness. Dionne and Katie discuss insights on wellness practices, including the importance of daily habits like meditation, reading, hydration, and yoga. Dionne’s advice: tap into your natural curiosity and invest in yourself every day.  Dionne also warns our listeners about the signs of fear-based decision making: overthinking, seeking validation, and the classic physical sensations of stress and anxiety. Dionne encourages our listeners to look out for these signs and embrace mindful decision-making, rather than operating from a place of fear.  Later in the podcast Katie and Dionne dive into what you can expect at this year’s Rebirth Retreat. Intention setting, meditation, movement (yoga, ecstatic dance) will all be part of your experience, tailored to help our guests reclaim lost parts of themselves. Workshops will focus on grief release, ancestral healing, limiting beliefs, voice and heart expansion.  Finally, we’re answering some important questions about packing essentials. Dionne gives her recommendations for what to wear, what shoes you might need, and essential items you’ll want to bring along to maximize your enjoyment of the retreat. Top of the list: SPF, sunglasses, your passport, and your favorite thermos or water bottle (hydration is key). As we wrap up the podcast, you’re invited to reach out with any questions. We want this to be a safe, open-minded environment for everyone involved, and we are so excited to have Dionne leading some of our programming and bringing her expertise to our retreat.  There are only a few spots left on the Puerto Vallarta Rebirth Retreat (November 2-9). Follow the link here to reserve your spot: https://www.thewakewellness.com/retreats/puerto-vallarta-2024 Connect with us!  ⁠⁠Learn more about WAKE Wellness⁠⁠ Download the WAKE app on the ⁠⁠Apple App Store⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Google Play Store⁠⁠   Follow WAKE on Instagram ⁠⁠@thewakewellness⁠⁠ Follow Dionne on Instagram ⁠⁠@dionneeleanor_ Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiecoffeephoto Follow Alix on Instagram: ⁠⁠@alixlongwinded⁠⁠

    37 min

  7. OCT 9

    ICYMI - Releasing Self Doubt through Embracing Forgiveness

    The team at WAKE Wellness is working hard to put the finishing touches on our WAKE Wellness Puerto Vallarta Rebirth Retreat coming up November 2-9. We wanted to re-share this interview with one of our amazing retreat team members Cally Skye, to help give you a better idea of what to expect on a wellness retreat. Our podcast team will be back soon with brand new content and lots of exciting updates from the WAKE team. Until then, enjoy this candid and insightful conversation between our guest host Katie Coffee and Cally Skye. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ If you’re curious about what to expect on a wellness retreat and what you might get out of it, you’re going to want to dive into this week’s episode of the Wake the F*ck Up Podcast. Guest host Katie Coffee welcomes special guest Cally Skye, our resident expert in breath work, yoga, trauma release and empowerment. Cally will be lending her skills and insights to our WAKE Wellness Puerto Vallarta Rebirth Retreat coming up in November. Today she joins us on the podcast to talk about all the experiences you can expect at the retreat.  To kick off the podcast, Katie and Cally dive into a little bit of background about Cally’s career journey, including past experiences with toxic relationships, emphasizing the importance of self-discovery and healing. Cally shares how she initially got into breath work and why she decided to pursue a career of helping people heal and take better care of their wellbeing, both physically and emotionally. Cally also shares her biggest takeaway from last year's WAKE retreat and the lasting impact that she has experienced.  Later in this episode, Katie and Cally explore questions about why it’s so hard for us to let down our walls around other people, and the impact that generational trauma can have on your psyche. Cally also shares her insights on how perfectionism is the enemy of authenticity and that by allowing yourself to be misunderstood you can stand in your truth and embrace your authentic self.  Cally says one of the ways people can benefit from a wellness retreat is by tuning out the noise so that you can really tune into yourself again. This is likely the most unplugged that you're going to be through the whole year, and this is an opportunity to give yourself that permission to say, “I don't need the outside world right now. It'll be there when I get back. It'll always be there. It'll always be loud.” Going on a retreat gives you the chance to examine what happens when you turn down the noise of the outside world and ask yourself “What do I hear when I'm quiet and when I'm still, like, what is actually true? What voice is mine, and what voice is an ex partner or, like, a bad friend, maybe? Whatever it might be.” We hope you’ll join us on the WAKE Rebirth Retreat to discover the answers to those questions.  You don’t want to miss the deep insights from Cally and Katie as they each discuss their own personal intentions for the retreat this year, and the emotional struggles they are hoping to release and heal from through this experience. Cally also shares how she will be bringing her musical talents to the retreat, playing flute as part of the relaxation and meditation ceremonies. Plus, Callie demonstrates a simple breath work technique and shares her approach to sound meditations during retreats. The key takeaway here is the importance of slowing down and being present The WAKE Wellness Rebirth Retreat is just a few weeks away. We hope you’ll join us in Puerto Vallarta November 2-9. Have you secured your spot yet? Click here to learn more: https://www.thewakewellness.com/retreats/puerto-vallarta-2024 Download the WAKE app on the ⁠⁠Apple App Store⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Google Play Store⁠⁠   Follow WAKE on Instagram ⁠⁠@thewakewellness⁠⁠ Follow Cally on Instagram @callyskye Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiecoffeephoto Follow Alix on Instagram: ⁠⁠@alixlongwinded⁠⁠

    48 min

  8. OCT 2

    Grief Coaching and a Widow’s Journey to Healing

    This week on the Wake the F*ck up Podcast we share a widow’s journey to healing. Amanda Kurtz sits down with Katie to share the story of how she lost her husband in April 2023 to Stage Four stomach cancer. They had been together for more than 11 years, and had just gotten married in January 2023. In this episode, Amanda shares her poignant journey of grief following her husband’s death so shortly after their wedding. She reflects on the profound impact this experience had on her mental health, her role as a parent to her 15-year-old son, and the importance of setting personal boundaries during such a challenging time. As you’ll hear in this episode, Amanda feels a strong calling to become a grief coach and help others who have been through her same journey.  If you are a frequent WAKE podcast listener then you already know we highly recommend therapy as a tool for healing from grief. Amanda shares how she started therapy two weeks after Eric’s passing, and took a mental health leave from work to prioritize her well-being and support her son. She emphasizes how crucial it is to allow yourself to feel all the emotions deeply and completely during your grief journey, and encourages listeners to monitor their loved ones for changes, particularly teenagers, as they navigate their own grief. Later in the episode, Amanda discusses how living in a small community where her husband was well-known presented unique challenges, especially when it comes to the potential for dating again. Amanda shares her thoughtful approach to this delicate situation, including how she symbolically changed her jewelry to reflect her family's current dynamic. She speaks candidly about the complexities of introducing someone new to her son and the cautious optimism she feels about re-entering the dating world. Professionally, Amanda works as a health record ambassador, a role that brings its own emotional burdens, particularly when dealing with do-not-resuscitate orders, or DNRs. A DNR order is a medical order written by a health care provider. It instructs providers not to do CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) if a patient's breathing stops or if the patient's heart stops beating. These are complex and emotional topics, and they can be very hard to deal with in the moment of a health crisis. Amanda highlights the importance of having early discussions about end-of-life decisions, advocating for proactive conversations to ease the burden on families during difficult times. As Amanda tells us, losing Eric helped her connect more deeply with her authentic self, and also helped her see more clearly the true nature of others around her. Looking ahead, Amanda shares her aspirations to become a grief coach and establish a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting young widows and widowers.  Are you healing from loss or grief? Join us on the WAKE Wellness Rebirth Retreat in Puerto Vallarta November 2-9. This retreat is dedicated to guiding individuals out of life's autopilot by helping them break free from the wounds that have held them back. Embrace this opportunity to take back your power, gain practical tools, and leave with a newfound sense of purpose and authenticity. Experience heart-opening ceremonies like the cacao ceremony and breathwork sessions that will leave you feeling renewed and empowered. Spots are filling up fast. Click here to learn more: https://www.thewakewellness.com/retreats/puerto-vallarta-2024 Download the WAKE app on the ⁠⁠Apple App Store⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Google Play Store⁠⁠   Follow WAKE on Instagram ⁠⁠@thewakewellness⁠⁠ Follow Alix on Instagram: ⁠⁠@alixlongwinded⁠⁠ More resources to help you along your grief journey:  On Death and Dying - by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Scar Tissue - By Anthony Kiedis The Surrender Experiment - By Michael A. Singer, Death, Dying & Rebirth: A Look at the Second Birth of Humanity - By Dr.  Zach Bush Finding rebirth through grief - Alix’s blog  Conscio

    43 min
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Hosted by Alix and Dr.David Long. We're here to empower individuals in self-love by navigating grief & loss through emotional well-being and nervous system regulation. Wake the F up and stop sleepwalking through your life! Download our app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wake-wellness/id6449465135 Here at WAKE wellness we are big fans of CANN - The THC & CBD Infused Social Tonic https://drinkcann.com/product/the-starter-pack/cannbassador/Wake/ Referral coupon: WAKE30 redeemable on drinkcann.com This coupon is for 30% off our Starter Pack (best seller!)

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  • Creator
    Wake Wellness
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    72
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    © Wake Wellness
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