From Yo-Yo Dieting to Lasting Change: Jiordana Saade’s Story
In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia talk with Jiordana Saade — founder of The Mind-Full Clinic, a certified nutritionist, hypnotherapist, and behavioral coach — about how to heal your relationship with food and your body. Jiordana shares her personal journey from childhood bullying and yo-yo dieting through substance use, motherhood, and […]
Picking a Day to Move Forward
We’re in New York City this week for medical appointments. Olivia had a colonoscopy yesterday, and the results weren’t what we hoped for. After three years in remission, her Crohn’s disease is active again. Those words are hard to say out loud. Three years. Three years of stability, of finding a rhythm that worked, of […]
Chrysalis Advantage: Reframing Midlife as a Season of Becoming
In this insightful episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia talk with Tami Jorden — certified death doula, co-founder of the Legacy 22 Women’s Circle, and creator of the Chrysalis Advantage. Tami reframes midlife not as decline but as a powerful season of becoming, where earned wisdom, courage, and community open the door to […]
5 Things You Can Do Right Now to Build Confidence by Taking Action
We often think confidence is something we’re born with or something that magically appears once we’ve achieved enough. But real confidence isn’t built by waiting until we feel ready—it’s built by doing. By taking small, intentional steps that show us what we’re capable of. When we take action, we start proving to ourselves that we […]
The Weird Things People Do in Shared Spaces and Don’t Even Notice
In this lighthearted and relatable episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia dive into the funny, cringe-worthy, and downright confusing things people do—from airplane etiquette and body odor to farting, food smells, and public quirks. They laugh through real-life examples involving partners, strangers on planes, and unforgettable club moments (silent but deadly included). The […]
What Happens When You Finally Put Your Phone Away
When’s the last time you had a meal without looking at your phone? Putting your phone away might lead to a real connection with those around you. It’s a simple question, but one that stayed with me during our recent trip to England and Wales. My husband and I spent a week traveling—first to Birmingham […]
Unfunkt Yourself: How Jaime Marco Redefines Confidence Through Joy and Authenticity
In this energizing episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with speaker, author, and podcaster Jaime Marco. Jaime is known for her mission to help people “shed the funkt.” She brings humor, honesty, and practical wisdom to conversations about confidence, purpose, and showing up authentically in every space of life. Jaime shares […]
The Confidence We Find in Connection
There are nights when the couch feels like the best option in the world. Blanket. A glass of wine. Netflix. Zero effort. Moments like these challenge my confidence in connection with others. That was me not too long ago. A friend had invited a few couples over to her house, and I had said yes, […]
Rediscovering Yourself Beyond Motherhood: Embracing Change with Confidence
In this heartfelt episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego dive into the emotional and practical realities of motherhood as children grow up and leave home. They explore the bittersweet transition of rediscovering identity beyond the role of “mom,” while balancing independence with staying connected to their kids. With personal reflections and real-life […]
Why I Wrote REAL Confidence (and What I Hope It Gives You)
For a long time, I thought I was the only one. The only one who second-guessed her choices. The only one who replayed conversations in her head at night, wondering if she said the wrong thing. The only one who looked around at other women and thought, They’ve figured it out. They belong here. I’m […]