Show Notes
In this week’s episode, Ron and Chris are joined by speaker, entrepreneur, mother of six and the best-selling author of The Extraordinary UnOrdinary You, Simone Knego. The trio explore the highs and lows of parenting, while attempting to manage it all – and then some! Simone shares how believing in herself was the secret sauce behind writing a book and climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, why patience truly is a virtue, and how a positive mindset can help get you through even the toughest of days. Lastly, soon-to-be-married Ron Eddings, gets advice on marriage and building a family.
Key takeaways:
02:33 Bio
04:01 Staying humble
05:11 Positive role modeling
07:43 Raising a multi cultural family
09:10 Trying to manage it all
10:57 The book - sharing her story
13:35 Believing in yourself
15:29 Patience is a virtue
18:47 Mindset and daily affirmations
22:21 Social media and “mom guilt”
24:21 Advice for the soon-to-be married, Ron
26:50 Self-care and honoring your family
28:46 Stay in touch with Simone!
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