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EPISODE · Apr 23, 2026 · 32 MIN

What Happens When You Stop Playing It Safe and Start Saying Yes

from High Five Hot Mess Podcast · host High Five Hot Mess Podcast

She was a fire dancer… a flight attendant… a CPA… and a mom.And somehow—none of it is random.In this episode of High Five Hot Mess, we sit down with Hilary, whose life completely breaks the idea that you’re supposed to pick one path and stick to it.From performing at circus festivals around the world… to navigating imposter syndrome… to rebuilding her identity more than once…This is a real conversation about what happens when your life doesn’t look anything like you expected—and why that might actually be the point.If you’ve ever questioned your path, felt behind, or wondered if you’re doing life “wrong”… this episode will hit.IN THIS EPISODE:• Fire dancer to CPA (yes, really)• Career change and non-linear life paths• Imposter syndrome in unexpected places• Circus performance and festival life• Confidence vs self-doubt across identities• Rebuilding after trust is broken• Small habits that impact mental health• Feeling lost vs being exactly where you need to beLISTEN / WATCH:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@highfivehotmesspodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/CONNECT WITH US:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highfivehotmesspodLISTENER QUESTION:Are you where you thought you’d be in life right now?FOLLOW THE SHOW:New full episodes every Thursday + bonus episodes every Monday.Hydrate.Unclench your jaw.Give someone a high five.#HighFiveHotMess #CareerPivot #ImposterSyndrome #LifePath #GenXPodcast

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