Have you ever felt like something was wrong with your body, but no one seemed to listen?
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego open up a vulnerable conversation about self-advocacy in healthcare and what happens when women are told “nothing is wrong” while their symptoms continue to be dismissed. Simone shares her long journey with a chronic uterine infection linked to an IUD, years of unanswered symptoms, and the life-changing moment she finally found answers.
Together, they explore the importance of trusting your instincts, asking questions, and seeking second opinions when something doesn’t feel right. Olivia adds insight into the realities of the healthcare system, chronic illness, and the emotional and physical toll of constantly having to advocate for yourself.
This episode is a reminder that confidence isn’t just emotional—it’s practical. It’s speaking up, pushing for answers, and refusing to ignore what your body is telling you.
✅ Actionable Takeaways
- Trust your body when something feels off, even if tests say otherwise.
- Don’t stop at the first answer—seek second (or third) opinions if needed.
- Learn to advocate for yourself in medical settings, even when it feels uncomfortable.
- Ask questions and request follow-ups if symptoms persist.
- Normalize conversations about women’s health and “taboo” health topics.
- Recognize that being dismissed doesn’t mean you are wrong.
- Support others in learning to speak up for their health needs.
📖 Chapters
00:00 – Welcome & Why Self-Advocacy Matters
02:10 – Simone’s Story: Years of Dismissed Symptoms
05:45 – The Hidden Nature of Chronic Infection
09:30 – When Doctors Don’t Have All the Answers
12:05 – Olivia on Chronic Illness & Medical Anxiety
15:10 – The Emotional Toll of Being Dismissed
18:45 – Healthcare Systems & Why Advocacy Is Necessary
22:30 – The Cost of Waiting Too Long for Answers
26:15 – Learning to Trust Your Instincts Again
29:00 – Final Thoughts: Speak Up for Yourself
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