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 a real talk about the emotional weight of doing life differently: raising a toddler without family nearby, grieving a parent, recovering from disordered eating, staying sober for 16 years, and not always "training for the race"—but still showing up.

She breaks down how easy it is to compare yourself to people who aren’t even in the same damn race, and why two years is the sweet spot for real growth to start taking root—even if it’s messy.

If you’ve ever thought “I should be further along by now,” or looked at someone else and instantly felt behind—this one’s for you.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Authentic Living

01:52
The Journey of Running and Self-Discovery

12:04
Comparing Our Journeys: The Illusion of Others' Success

17:44
Disappointment in Role Models and Finding Personal Strength

28:02
The Importance of Time in Healing and Growth

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