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This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

Macie Renae

277 episodes

2 weeks ago

Emotional intelligence can take you far—but insight alone doesn’t always create change. In this episode, I explore the missing skill that determines whether emotional intelligence stays intellectual or becomes embodied. I break down why self-awareness and regulation eventually hit a ceiling without the ability to lead yourself through discomfort, decisions, and follow-through—and where this shows up in real life, from boundaries to consistency. If you’ve ever thought “I know better, so why am...

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Self-Improvement

Entrepreneurship,

Health & Fitness,

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Emotional intelligence can take you far—but insight alone doesn’t always create change. In this episode, I explore the missing skill that determines whether emotional intelligence stays intellectual or becomes embodied. I break down why self-awareness and regulation eventually hit a ceiling without the ability to lead yourself through discomfort, decisions, and follow-through—and where this shows up in real life, from boundaries to consistency. If you’ve ever thought “I know better, so why am...

Show more...

Self-Improvement

Entrepreneurship,

Health & Fitness,

Episodes (20/277)

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

Why Emotional Intelligence (Without THIS Skill) Has a Ceiling

Emotional intelligence can take you far—but insight alone doesn’t always create change. In this episode, I explore the missing skill that determines whether emotional intelligence stays intellectual or becomes embodied. I break down why self-awareness and regulation eventually hit a ceiling without the ability to lead yourself through discomfort, decisions, and follow-through—and where this shows up in real life, from boundaries to consistency. If you’ve ever thought “I know better, so why am...

2 weeks ago

22 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

What Vulnerability Really Teaches Us (2 Major Things)

In this episode, we’re talking about the two lessons hidden inside every moment of vulnerability — what it teaches you about yourself and what it reveals about other people when they witness you in a real way. If this work speaks to you, start with the two prerequisite mini-programs that prepare you for what’s coming next: Elevated EQ and The Threshold — available here: https://www.macierenae.com/mini-coaching-programs.html Support the show Visit macierenae.com to learn more about Macie &...

3 weeks ago

32 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

Your Metaphorical "Beeper" and Why You Should Program It.

In today's episode I am teaching you a short snippet of content I share in one of my mini-programs, Elevated EQ: Your Self Concept Blueprint. We talk about a visual I give my clients when it comes to nailing down their self-concept, how to think about the process, and why it matters long term! If you have missed Elevated EQ: Your Self Concept Blueprint or The Threshold, you can sign up here by DECEMBER 12th, 2025. Can't wait to help you! Support the show Visit macierenae.com to learn more abo...

1 month ago

19 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

How to Romanticize Your Life (and Why You'll Want to)

Today we’re talking about romanticizing your life in a way that actually shifts how you feel—without forcing it, faking it, or making life look perfect. Think: more presence, more softness, more intention, and more self-connection in the moments you’d normally overlook. Have a question or need one of the Black Friday codes? Email me at coaching@macierenae.com Black Friday Codes: BF25 for 25% off the Miami Retreat (Pay-in-Full)BF500 for $500 off private coaching (Pay-in-Full) Email me if yo...

1 month ago

34 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

My Go-To Question When My Brain Tries to Ruin My Day

In this episode, I’m sharing the ONE question I use every time I feel myself getting spun up, defensive, or swept away by a story my mind is creating: “What else could be true here?” It’s a simple question, but it pulls you out of ego, helps you regulate your nervous system, and brings you back into compassion, clarity, and grounded self-leadership. If you’ve ever had a moment ruin your whole day—or your relationships—this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air. If you have questions, w...

1 month ago

23 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

The Difference Between Support and Emotional Labor in Friendships

In this episode, we talk about the real difference between support and emotional labor—and why so many women slip into carrying more than they were ever meant to hold. If you’ve ever felt drained by a one-sided friendship or found yourself being the “strong one” for everyone else, this will give you clarity, language, and a way forward. Have a Black Friday Discount question or need the discount code? You can reach me anytime at coaching@macierenae.com Black Friday Specials END NOV 29th,...

1 month ago

26 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

Silent Resentment: The Weight of What Goes Unsaid

In this episode, I’m unpacking silent resentment — the kind that builds when we either try to communicate and feel ignored, or never communicate at all because we hope someone will just get it. You’ll learn how silent resentment forms, what it costs you emotionally, and how emotional intelligence can help you break the cycle — so you can finally say what you mean without guilt, fear, or shutdown. Ready for the mini-programs? Sign up by November 4th to get into Elevated EQ in time! ...

2 months ago

33 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

How to Regulate Your Emotions and Get Back to Baseline

In this episode, How to Regulate Your Emotions and Get Back to Baseline, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing what it’s really like to be in the middle of my own growth curve — navigating challenges, learning ads, and showing up for the future I want even when it’s uncomfortable. I don’t have a massive ad budget. I don’t have a marketing team. What I do have is a deep commitment to regulating myself, leading myself, and continuing to choose growth over comfort — and I hope this conversati...

2 months ago

38 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

What We Don't Heal From, We Will Continue To Attract

In this episode, I’m talking about the hard truth most of us don’t want to face: what we don’t heal from, we will keep attracting—again and again. When we’re frustrated with the results we’re getting, it’s not just life “happening to us.” It’s often our unhealed patterns quietly calling the shots. I’m breaking down how both our conscious and subconscious create our reality—and why the lessons we resist the most are often the ones life keeps putting in front of us until we choose to change wha...

2 months ago

23 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

The Self-Sabotage Spiral (and How to Stop It)

When Self-Sabotage Shows Up… You’re Closer Than You Think Self-sabotage isn’t proof that you’re lazy, unmotivated, or failing. It’s actually proof that you’re standing at the edge of your next level. That’s why it shows up when things are about to shift. Right before the promotion. Right before the deeper relationship. Right before the change you’ve been craving. Your brain thinks it’s protecting you. But what it’s really doing is keeping you stuck/small. In this episode, we...

3 months ago

39 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

The Trap of "Learned Helplessness"

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “What’s the point? I’ve tried before and it never works anyway”? That quiet thought is more powerful than most people realize. It’s what psychologists call learned helplessness—when repeated disappointments convince your brain that your effort doesn’t matter. And here’s the thing: it doesn’t just live in the “big” areas. It sneaks into your relationships when you stop asking for what you need. It shows up in your career when you don’t go after opportuni...

3 months ago

38 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

When Women Crave Emotional Depth

What does it really mean when a woman says she wants more depth? It’s rarely about wanting “more” in the material sense—it’s about the ache for emotional connection, presence, and understanding. In this episode, we unpack the dynamic between the feminine and the masculine, and why so many women quietly long for more: The ways feminine energy craves to be seen, felt, and held.How masculine energy often misunderstands or resists that need for depth.The difference between surface-level connectio...

3 months ago

46 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

Loneliness: An Emotion We Don't Talk About Enough

Loneliness is one of the most universal human experiences—yet it can feel so personal and isolating when you’re in it. In this episode, I’m breaking down the different shapes loneliness can take: The empty nest season when your kids move out.The kind of loneliness that lingers even when you’re surrounded by people.The ache of wishing for deeper friendships or more genuine connection.We’ll talk about why loneliness isn’t always a “problem to fix,” but instead a signal with both pros and cons. ...

4 months ago

54 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

The "Christmas Tree" Effect: How Chronic Stress Impacts Your Health

What do Christmas tree lights and your body’s stress response have in common? When the lights stay on too long, the bulbs eventually burn out. In this episode, we’ll explore how chronic cortisol stress can change the way your genes express themselves — and why managing your “stress switch” matters more than you think. Support the show Visit macierenae.com to learn more about Macie & her work! Interested in working with her? Schedule a FREE consult HERE. Follow on Facebook, Instagram, and ...

4 months ago

30 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

How to Know the Difference between Empathy vs. Making Yourself Responsible for Other People's "Stuff"

You can be a deeply empathetic individual without becoming everyone’s emotional caretaker. In this episode, I’m breaking down the 5 key differences between true empathy and the kind of emotional responsibility that leaves you exhausted, resentful, and disconnected from yourself. If you’re someone who feels everything and finds yourself constantly managing the emotions of others—this episode should help clear things up! Sign up for 1:1 Private Coaching: https://private1-1coaching.com/private-e...

5 months ago

33 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

Energetic Labor vs. Energetic Integrity: What You’re Carrying (That No One Sees) - Plus some announcements!

You know that weird kind of tired that has nothing to do with how much sleep you got? That’s what we’re talking about today. In this episode, we’re digging into energetic labor...all the invisible emotional effort, managing, micromanaging, overthinking, and shape-shifting you do without even realizing it. It’s the stuff that doesn’t show up on your to-do list… but somehow leaves you feeling totally spent. Then we’ll get into what it actually means to live with energetic integrity and why...

5 months ago

34 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

When to Wait... and When to Go: How to Know the Difference Between Self-Protection & Our True Need for "Pause"

When to Wait... and When to Go: How to Know the Difference Between Self-Protection & Our True Need for "Pause" We’ve all said it: “I’m just not ready yet.” But how do you know when that’s true—and when it’s your brain trying to protect you from discomfort, risk, or growth? In this episode, we unpack the nuanced difference between a grounded pause and a protective delay. You’ll learn how to recognize when you’re genuinely honoring your timing… and when you’re secretly negotiating with you...

6 months ago

50 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

Mental Health Awareness - What May Actually Keep You Stagnant Even If Your Self Aware!

There’s a difference between being self-aware—and being self-stuck. In this episode, I’m talking about the fine line between relating to your struggles and building your entire identity around them. Mental health awareness is powerful and necessary—but when the memes, the labels, and the constant self-diagnosing become your main personality trait, it can quietly keep you from actually moving forward. We’ll explore: – Why over-identifying with your struggles can feel safe—but keep you st...

6 months ago

30 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

Attachment Styles: Why you Love, React, Or Pull Away the Way You Do In Relationships

In this episode, we break down the four core attachment styles—and why they show up the way they do in your relationships. From anxious overthinking to avoidant shutdowns to the craving for closeness but fear of intimacy, you’ll walk away understanding your patterns (and your partner’s) with more clarity and compassion. Whether you're in a relationship, healing from one, or figuring yourself out, this conversation will help you see that the way you connect isn’t random—it’s rooted in what you...

7 months ago

38 minutes

This Is Not Your Practice Life ®

"I Don't Know" Is Not Always the Truth: Uncertainty vs. Avoidance

In this episode, we’re unpacking the phrase “I don’t know”—and how it’s often less about not knowing and more about avoiding. You’ll learn how to tell the difference between real uncertainty and emotional hiding, and what to do when you’re stuck in the spin of indecision. If this hits, leave a podcast or client review at thisisnotyourpracticelifepodcast.com — I’d love to hear what’s landing for you! Visit macierenae.com to learn more about Macie & her work! Interested in working with her?...

7 months ago

22 minutes