A Thanksgiving Full of Gratitude, Chaos, and Everything in Between
Coming Home Again Thanksgiving has always been one of my favorite holidays. Not because of the turkey or the desserts or the beautiful table settings we pretend will stay untouched. The real reason is simple. All of my kids come home. That alone feels like a gift. As they get older, their lives pull them […]
Letting Go of Holiday Pressure: Choosing Connection Over Perfection
Why do we put so much pressure on ourselves to create the “perfect” holiday—when no one is actually asking for perfection? In this warm and relatable episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego unpack the expectations, traditions, and stress tied to the holiday season, exploring why we often force ourselves into routines that […]
Confidence in the Workplace: Why It Matters and How We Build It
In 2025, a national study by the Mentally Strong Institute found that 66 percent of working Americans believe we’re facing a real confidence crisis. Nearly 70 percent say they replay past mistakes and battle a tough inner critic, and 62 percent regularly feel they’re not enough. These internal struggles are happening while external uncertainty keeps […]
From Distance to Reconnection: A Mother’s Journey Through Estrangement
Have you ever felt like you were losing the connection with someone you love — especially your own child? In this vulnerable episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia speak with coach and author Sally Harris, a mom who has walked through the painful reality of estrangement and the long journey toward healing. Together, […]
Patience and Kindness in the Midst of Chaos
Right now, I’m sitting at the Boston airport, surrounded by tired travelers, long lines, and the familiar sound of flight delay announcements echoing through the terminal. My flight has been delayed again. There’s no clear update, just the vague promise that we’ll board soon. The funny thing about airports is that they’re one of the […]
Silencing the What-If Whisperer: Rewriting Your Inner Dialogue
What if the biggest thing holding back your confidence is the voice inside your own head? In this empowering episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego explore how self-talk can either build us up or break us down. They unpack the “What-If Whisperer,” that inner critic constantly warning us we’re not enough, and […]
You Must Do The Thing You Think You Cannot Do
“You must do the thing you think you cannot do.”— Eleanor Roosevelt We’ve all heard those words before, but when you really sit with them, they hit differently. Because most of us have a long list of “things we think we cannot do.” Speak up in a meeting. Apply for that dream job. Write a […]
Karen Mayer Cunningham on Empowering Parents and Educators to Advocate with Confidence
In this powerful episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with Karen Mayer Cunningham — special education advocate, trainer, speaker, and founder of the Epic IEP Academy. Karen shares her mission to equip parents, educators, and advocates with the knowledge and confidence they need to navigate the special education system. She helps […]
Because They’re Family
The Shadow Who Follows Me Kodi follows me everywhere. If I get up to grab a glass of water, he’s right there. If I walk outside for a minute, he’s at the door waiting. Even if I go to the bathroom, I can hear him get up and follow, because heaven forbid I go anywhere […]
Navigating Remission and Reality: Confidence Through Chronic Illness
In this deeply honest and powerful episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego open up about Olivia’s recent health setback after three years in remission from Crohn’s disease. From traveling to New York for her colonoscopy, to the emotional impact of hearing she’s no longer in remission, they unpack the realities of living […]