What Shoulder Surgery Taught Me About Slowing Down (and Peeing on My Socks)
A week ago, I had shoulder surgery. It wasn’t planned. It wasn’t on my vision board. And it definitely wasn’t how I thought I’d be spending the summer undergoing this surgical procedure. The injury happened during cleanup after Hurricane Helene—a quick movement, a sharp pain, and then that slow, creeping realization: something wasn’t right. I […]
Facing Fear, Slowing Down, and Finding Courage in the Unknown
In this open-hearted episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego invite listeners into an intimate conversation about fear, control, and the courage to pause. As Simone prepares for shoulder surgery, they talk candidly about what really scares us — not always the procedure itself, but what it asks us to surrender: our pace, […]
What Happens When You Step Outside Your Comfort Zone
Emma’s Brave ChoiceLast fall, my oldest daughter Emma made a bold decision: she stepped out of her comfort zone, packed up her life and moved to Cardiff, Wales to pursue her master’s degree in art conservation. Now, this wasn’t just a new school in a new city. It was a new country. A new culture. […]
How GRATITUDE Can Change Your Life Forever with Dr. Peggy DeLong
In this heartfelt episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, hosts Simone and Olivia Knego sit down with psychologist, speaker, and author Dr. Peggy DeLong. Together, they explore how gratitude can dramatically impact our mental health, relationships, and self-confidence. First, Dr. Peggy shares her personal story of loss and resilience. Then, she describes her powerful pivot from […]
Live Without Limits: What Happens When You Stop Waiting for Permission
We’ve talked about what it means to respect yourself. We’ve embraced failure and recognized our limitations, but it’s important to strive to live without limits. We’ve asked the hard question—what do you really want? Now we’ve arrived at the fourth and final part of the REAL Method: Live Without Limits. Let’s pause for a second. […]
Empowered Mindset: Overcoming Negativity Together with Dr. Duguid
In this empowering episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, hosts Simone and Olivia Knego continue their heartfelt conversation with Dr. Stephanie Duguid. Together, they explore how confidence is affected by the people we surround ourselves with, the thoughts we allow in our minds, and even the clutter in our homes. From recognizing toxic friendships to reframing […]
Ask Yourself What You Want: Getting Clear on What Matters Most
We’ve talked about the power of being real. We’ve explored how failure can shape us instead of stop us. Now we’re moving into the third part of the REAL Method: Ask Yourself What You Want. Sounds simple, right? But for so many of us, this question is surprisingly difficult to answer. Because when life gets […]
100 Episodes of Confidence: Lessons in Growth, Grace, and Motherhood
To begin, Simone and Olivia revisit some of the most memorable mishaps that have shaped their journey as mother and daughter during the 100th Episode Motherhood special. From a flat tire that derailed the day, to a missed webinar that brought unexpected stress, to a garage door mishap that ended in laughter—they remind us that […]
Finding Freedom: Kayla Fite on Letting Go of Perfectionism!
In this inspiring episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, hosts Simone and Olivia Knego sit down with Kayla Fite—mindset mentor, podcast host, and creator behind Habits You Love. During their conversation, Kayla shares her transformative journey of healing, self-discovery, and embracing authenticity, all while discussing the concept of freedom from perfectionism. This transformation came after years […]
Building CONFIDENCE in Law School’s Toughest Moments!
In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego reflect on the power of persistence in Confidence Law School. They discuss the importance of asking questions and how confidence builds over time — especially in challenging environments like law school. Olivia opens up about her experience navigating tough first semesters at Confidence Law […]