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 hidden gratitude to the surface.

With honesty, humor, and relatable stories, this mother-daughter conversation dives into the simple things we all take for granted: sleep, health, companionship, and the invisible labor that keeps a family moving. They remind us how quickly we forget the small freedoms we rely on — and why being thankful for everyday moments might be the most radical confidence boost of all.

Whether you’re healing from something big or simply needing a nudge to appreciate your right-now life, this episode will inspire you to pause, laugh, and look around at what’s worth holding close.

✅ Actionable Takeaways

• Notice the small tasks you rush through — they might matter more than you think.
  
  
• Express gratitude for people who help you, even (and especially) with the little things.
  
  
• Don’t rush recovery — slowing down can reveal what needs your attention most.
  
  
• Use life’s forced pauses to practice presence and mindfulness.
  
  
• Relationships deepen when you say “thank you” for the unseen labor and love.
  
  
• Remember: you can’t do it all — and asking for help is an act of strength, not weakness.
  
  

📖 Chapters

00:00 – What Do You Take for Granted?
02:00 – Small Tasks, Big Realizations
04:30 – The Struggle with Sleep & Surrender
09:15 – Missing the Little Things & Loved Ones
13:30 – Long-Distance Love & Absence
15:30 – When Kids Disappear… and Sleep In!
20:10 – Not Rushing Time: Parenting & Presence
22:00 – Love in the Little Things: Thank You Matters

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