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Saraya Reflects on Her AEW Exit and Shares Raw Truths in Emotional Interview

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Post-AEW journey, book launch, and what’s next for Saraya


Summary
– Saraya confirms her departure from AEW and opens up about the decision

– Reveals emotional process behind writing her memoir, Saraya: Heels and Boots

– Talks candidly about AEW backstage culture, regrets, and her hopes for the future

Saraya has opened up in her first post-AEW interview, detailing the emotional journey that led to her departure from the company. While promoting her new memoir Saraya: Heels and Boots, she reflected on her AEW run, career challenges, and what lies ahead.

During the interview, Saraya admitted that her time in AEW had come to a natural end. She felt her role had shifted, and while there may have been one more storyline with Mercedes Moné, her contract was expiring, and she was ready to explore life beyond wrestling. Her decision to step away was mutual and supported by Tony Khan.

Writing her book was a deeply personal and challenging experience. After rejecting a ghostwritten version that felt inauthentic, Saraya rewrote the book herself, revisiting painful memories from her past. She hopes readers find inspiration rather than pity and that the book always shows light after darkness.

She also addressed her mixed experience in AEW, admitting her nerves during promos and feeling like she had to relearn wrestling after five years away. Despite criticism from fans, she found joy in the backstage atmosphere and credited mentors like Jon Moxley for helping her find her footing.

Now focused on her podcast and new entertainment projects, Saraya is taking time to grow outside the ring, though she hasn’t ruled out a return to wrestling in the future. She aims to tell meaningful stories, inspire others, and stay true to herself.

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