Overwhelmed to Aligned: Boundaries, Change, and Confidence
In this timely episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia talk candidly about overwhelm—especially during transitional seasons like back-to-school and the fall speaking circuit. From travel stress (hello, delays and cramped flights) to the reality of heavier course loads, new routines, and planning a senior convocation speech, they unpack how quickly life can pile […]
Declutter Your Space, Free Your Mind: The Confidence in Letting Go
In this honest and energizing episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego explore the transformative power of decluttering — both in your home and in your mind. From the challenges of moving to the emotional weight of possessions, they share personal stories of letting go, organizing with intention, and creating space for what […]
Letting Go: Watching My Fifth Child Head Off to College
Nineteen years ago, my oldest son Jacob and I traveled to South Korea to bring home a baby boy. He was just four months old, bundled up and wide-eyed, and the moment I held him, I knew my life had changed forever. Like each of my children, his arrival did not just fill a space […]
Kitchen Table Leadership: Why Modeling Matters More Than Managing–and You Don’t Need a Title to Lead
We’ve been sold a narrow definition of leadership, but modeling matters in defining its true essence. We picture the CEO at the head of the boardroom table. The person who commands attention, delivers bullet points with polish, and holds the corner office key. We imagine leadership as loud, official, maybe even a little intimidating. But […]
Slowed Down but Wiser: Not Taking Life for Granted
In this reflective episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego share the surprising lessons that come when life forces you to slow down. Fresh from shoulder surgery, Simone opens up about the daily tasks she never realized she’d miss — from putting on makeup to folding laundry — and how recovery has brought […]
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. […]