The Unbound Podcast

#7 – Daring to Dream Big and Move Boldly with Hannah Wilcox


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What happens when you finally achieve the dream you worked so hard for — and it no longer feels right?
When the thing that once set your soul on fire starts to feel like someone else’s story?

In this episode, I sit down with Hannah Wilcox, a professional ballet dancer who made the brave decision to retire at the height of her career.

We explore:

  • Her journey to becoming an elite ballet dancer — and the hidden struggles behind the spotlight

  • The courage it takes to let go of what no longer fits

  • How she found the strength to walk away and start over

  • The freedom that comes from honouring your inner knowing — even when it means leaving everything you’ve built

  • A glimpse into her new project: The Left Field Podcast


...and so much more.


If you’ve ever felt the pull to pivot, to walk away from something that no longer aligns, or to start over — this one’s for you.


Chapters

00:00 Determination and Pursuing Ballet

02:21 Navigating Parental Concerns

05:28 The Challenges of the Dance Industry

08:21 Dealing with External Pressures

11:40 Finding Balance and Community

14:28 Realizations and Questions in the Dance Career

17:25 The Decision to Retire from Dance

24:32 Navigating Career Transitions in Dance

28:46 The Role of Mentorship and Personal Growth

32:00 Reconnecting with Passion and Self-Trust

34:56 Lessons Learned from Ballet

47:37 Advice for Aspiring Dancers and Artists

51:07 Launching a New Podcast Journey


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Follow Hannah Wilcox:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hantaywilcox/

Podcast: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/left.field.podcast/


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Music: “All I Need” by The Cavers (used with permission)

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Website: https://www.thecavers.com/


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The Unbound PodcastBy Anna Unternährer