The Renae Saager Show

In this episode, Renae welcomes back Béa Victoria Albina, author of the new book End Emotional Outsourcing . Béa shares how emotional outsourcing goes way beyond simple “people pleasing”—it’s a nervous system survival skill that gets wired into us early on. Together, they dig into what emotional outsourcing really means, how it shows up in relationships, and why self-trust and somatic healing are...

In this episode, Renae sits down with her husband David to talk about what happens when you and your partner want totally different things out of a weekend. One of you thrives on staying busy, the other is perfectly content lounging at home—and both of you end up a little resentful. They share how they’ve (imperfectly) navigated these differences, from carving out “me-time” to begrudgingly watchin...

What happens when motherhood doesn’t check every single box? When you love your kid like crazy and still want more for yourself? In this episode, I get into the messy, complicated truth about feeling unfulfilled in motherhood. The guilt, the judgment, the “shouldn’t this be enough?” soundtrack we all pick up from family, media, and society. I talk about why I don’t believe one role, even motherhoo...

In this episode, Renae dives into the messy reality of support—the kind you dream of getting, the kind that blindsides you in the best way, and the kind that never comes. From launching her first merch line to releasing her book to the hardest chapter of losing her mom, she shares the sting of being let down by people she thought would be there, alongside the deep gratitude for unexpected support...

This week, I sat down with my friend Katie to talk about the real stuff: comparison traps, GLP-1 drugs, and why we’re all so hooked on the next quick fix. From eating disorders to over-giving in relationships, Katie shares how chasing “skinny” nearly cost her everything — and what actually changed when she stopped outsourcing her worth. We also get into dopamine addiction, why “what I eat in a day...

Going out to eat used to be a battlefield. I’d spend days restricting, obsessing over the menu, showing up starving, pretending to have “just a few bites,” then swinging through Taco Bell on the way home to binge in secret. This week I’m telling the story of how the same exact scenario looks now: ordering what I want, sharing dessert, taking leftovers home, even eating them later that night — with...

Motherhood isn’t diapers, snacks, and never-ending laundry — that’s caregiving. And while caregiving is hard, it’s not the same thing as being a mom. In this conversation with Hannah Olson , we break down the difference between the two and why this shift in language can lift so much of the guilt and pressure moms feel. We get into: Why “motherhood is hard” is the wrong phrase (and what to say inst...

This episode isn’t some 5-step plan for finding your passion. It’s a real conversation about what happens when your priorities shift—and you’re not sure if that means you're maturing or just giving up. Renae talks about how having a kid, getting married, and not giving a shit about abs anymore has her rethinking the whole “never settle” narrative. Is it settling... or is it finally feeling sa...

In this raw, reflective episode of The Renae Saager Show , Renae shares the messy truth behind her longest run in nearly a decade—and how it cracked open unexpected clarity about identity, comparison, and self-trust. What starts as a story about an 8-hour race turns into real talk about the emotional weight of doing life differently: raising a toddler without family nearby, grieving a parent, reco...

In this episode, Renae tackles one of the most common (and quietly shame-filled) questions she gets from women: “Why am I snacking nonstop after my toddler goes to bed/at the end of the day?" t’s not because you “lack discipline.”  It’s because you’re underfed, overextended, and running yourself into the ground, all while trying to stay calm, competent, and invisible. Renae breaks down the re...

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In this episode, Renae unpacks the deeper truth behind the question: Should I follow a workout plan? For high-achieving women healing their relationship with food, the instinct to jump into structured exercise is strong, but it’s often coming from anxiety, not alignment. Renae breaks down why workout plans can actually derail progress in the early stages of recovery, how compulsive planning masks...

In this episode, Renae discusses the pitfalls of excessive self-help consumption and the obsession with personal development. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing that perfection is unattainable and that individuals should embrace their authentic selves rather than constantly striving for improvement. Renae encourages listeners to appreciate their uniqueness and to take a break from the re...

You left the job. You bought the new jeans. Got the promotion. Entered into the relationship. And somehow… you still feel off. In this episode, we’re talking about the mindset vs. circumstance trap—the belief that if we just fix the “thing,” we’ll feel better. But what happens when you do make the change… and still feel like shit? We’ll cover: Why your brain comes with you wherever you go (sorry)...

In this episode, Renae breaks down why emotional eating is normal, how even “regular” people feel food guilt, and why tight pants can ruin your morning without it meaning anything deep or dramatic . If you’ve ever spiraled over carbs, clothes, or calories—this one’s for you. 🔗 Links & Resources: – Get on Renae’s newsletter → Click here – Visit her site → renaesaager.com – Connect on Instagram...

In this episode of The Renae Saager Show , Renae dives into one of the most frustrating places to be: knowing exactly what to do… but still not doing it. Drawing from personal experience and client conversations, she unpacks three common reasons ambitious, self-aware women stay stuck in inaction—even when they’re trying really hard to get it together. Whether it's burnout from overthinking, u...

In this episode, Renae shares her behind-the-scenes journey of rebranding the podcast—and the uncomfortable realities that come with personal growth. She talks openly about losing followers, shifting direction, and why change often invites judgment.  She also breaks down the difference between being interested in change versus committed to it, and why that distinction matters when it comes to food...

Renae shares the messy, behind-the-scenes reality of personal growth—the kind that doesn’t show up in before-and-after photos. From burnout and control to clarity and realignment, this episode is about letting go, sitting in the suck, and trusting the shift even when nothing looks different on the outside. If you’re in it right now, this one’s for you. 🔗 Links & Resources: – Get on Renae’s ne...

In this episode of Ditch the Binge , Renae gets real about something we all feel but rarely talk about: the weirdness of getting older and realizing the things that used to work… just don’t anymore. From outgrowing old identities (like being “the fit girl” or “the hustle queen”) to feeling burnout in career and creativity, Renae unpacks what it means to be in the messy middle of life.  Whether you...

In this deeply personal episode of Ditch the Binge , Renae shares the unexpected moment—during mile eight of a half marathon—when she realized she no longer identifies as bulimic. After over a decade of battling food, body image, and the shame that came with it, Renae reflects on how recovery slowly, quietly took root until one day… it just wasn’t who she was anymore. She opens up about the years...

This week, Renae shares what’s really been going on behind the scenes — quitting caffeine, getting kicked off Instagram, pausing her business, and questioning everything she thought she wanted. Call it a mild midlife crisis, call it a pivot, call it whatever you want — either way, it’s real, it’s messy, and it’s happening. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a season of "What the hell am I doing wit...

In this episode, Renae shares what accidentally quitting Instagram—and very intentionally quitting caffeine—taught her about discomfort, dependency, and confidence. She explores how the smallest changes can spark a domino effect, waking you up from a life that feels “fine” but flat. If you’ve been coasting, people-pleasing, or putting off the thing you really want to do, this episode will give you...

Sarah Fisk spent decades chasing worthiness in all the wrong places—through religion, perfectionism, people pleasing, and even food. In this raw conversation, she opens up about what it was like to grow up Mormon, the pressure to perform and obey, and how her journey out of the church became the unexpected path to self-trust. If you’ve ever felt like you had to earn your value by being “the good g...

In this episode of Ditch the Binge , Renae pulls back the curtain on what really happened behind the scenes of her recent “Eat Like a Confident B*tch” challenge. Spoiler: she almost quit. From pouring her heart into a launch only to be met with silence… to obsessing over a single unsubscribe (yes, even after surpassing her sign-up goal), Renae shares the real and raw emotional rollercoaster that m...

In this episode of Ditch the Binge , Renae sits down with Goli, a lawyer-turned-entrepreneur and founder of Lessons from a Quitter , to unpack what it really looks like to walk away from a career that’s "supposed to be" perfect—but feels like a soul-suck. Goli shares her journey from checking all the boxes (law degree, high-paying job, external success) to realizing she was utterly miser...