Your Power to Question, Advocate, and Rise!

Have you ever felt like your pain or concerns weren’t being taken seriously?

In this honest and emotional episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego open up about Simone’s ongoing health journey, the trauma of painful medical procedures, and the importance of advocating for yourself when something feels wrong. They discuss women’s health, medical dismissal, finding the right support system, and why trusting your instincts matters. Through humor, vulnerability, and candid conversation, this episode is a reminder that your voice deserves to be heard and your pain should never be minimized.

✅ Actionable Takeaways

Trust yourself when something feels wrong with your body.
Don’t be afraid to seek a second opinion from another doctor.
Advocate for proper care and ask questions during medical procedures.
Find supportive professionals who truly listen to your concerns.
Recognize that your physical and emotional experiences are valid.
Lean on family, friends, and your support system during difficult seasons.

📖 Chapters

00:00 – Life Updates and Ongoing Health Challenges
02:34 – Painful Procedures and Women’s Healthcare
05:01 – If Men Experienced Women’s Health Issues
07:18 – The Reality of Medical Dismissal
09:42 – Finding Doctors Who Actually Listen
11:38 – Trauma, Recovery, and Family Support
13:22 – Why Self-Advocacy Matters
15:05 – Movies, Gender Roles, and Perspective Shifts
16:25 – Confidence Tips and Final Thoughts

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Meet Simone Knego

Simone Knego is an international speaker, award-winning author and two-time TEDx Speaker. Her work has been featured on ABC, NBC, and CBS and in Entrepreneur Magazine and Yahoo News. Her literary contributions have been honored by the National Indie Excellence Award and the NYC Big Book Award. Simone has not only summited Mt. Kilimanjaro, but she is also the heart of a bustling household with six children, three dogs, and one husband of 31 years. As the creator of the REAL Method, Simone continues to inspire and impact teams, fostering growth, and promoting self-discovery.

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