Okay. Now What? - A Show for The Young and The Anxious.
288 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratingsOkay. Now What?! is a podcast by Speaker and Certified Life Coach, Kate Gladdin, to help teens and twenty-somethings build the resilience we need to overcome the challenges of finishing school and life after it. Kate combines her personal experience with powerful coaching tools to help you stop spinning in overwhelm and better navigate your way through all the big, and often unexpected, changes that happen in this stage of our lives. On this podcast you'll not only find tonnes of inspiration, but eye-opening advice and useful strategies to reduce your anxiety and boost your confidence so you go after what you want most. After losing her sister at just age 20, Kate knows life is too short not to.
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Episodes
*FLASHBACK EPISODE* - Making New Friends at School or College..
April 22, 2024 11:30 - 32 minutes - 24.5 MBTune in for my best advice on managing your anxiety about starting at a new school and tips on how to make friends, even if you feel like everyone already has their own friendship group! Transitioning to a new environment can be challenging, but there's plenty you can do to help give yourself the courage to handle it with grace and guts. Want to feel more confident and less stressed every day? Learn more about my personalised life coacing programs here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching For...
When You're Scared to Take A Risk, Remember This..
April 15, 2024 11:30 - 15 minutes - 11.6 MBWhether it's asking someone out on a date, daring to audition for a musical or deciding to change your major, it's natural to feel scared ahead of taking a risk in life and it's easy to assume that because you're feeling so afraid to do something, it's a sign you shouldn't do it. But tune into this episode as I share why fear typically is triggered in us ahead of taking a risk or making a change, and why it's not a sign that something bad will happen - it's a sign that you're human and you a...
Healthy Skin Care Tips
April 08, 2024 11:30 - 14 minutes - 10.7 MBI'm ALL about taking care of yourself from the inside out and definitely encourage you to have a regular skin care routine to keep your skin healthy and happy! However, I've noticed there's some trends circling on social media encouraging certain skin care products that are likely going to cause you more harm than good if you start using them in your teen years! So tune in to learn which products and ingredients to stay CLEAR of, and which products are best to really take care of your skin f...
Public Speaking Anxiety: My Best Tips!
April 01, 2024 11:30 - 19 minutes - 14.2 MBIf you're feeling SUPER anxious about an upcoming presentation or speech that you have to give in front of your class, tune into this episode with tips to help you manage your nerves and feel more prepared to stand up there and do your best! As a public speaker myself, I know ALL about the anxiety of standing in front of a crowd and how to better handle it. 🙌
What Avoiding Discomfort Is Really Costing You
March 25, 2024 11:00 - 13 minutes - 9.75 MBI know it can be hard to tolerate anxiety talking to new people or the restlessness of having to do school work after a long day, but tune into this episode to help you keep front of mind why avoiding discomfort now will always result in more discomfort down the track - like an incredibly steep mountain that's impossible to climb. Want to stop letting your anxiety run your life? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching
The Healing Power of Therapy Dogs - with Amy Walz
March 18, 2024 11:30 - 48 minutes - 30 MBThis episode I'm honoured to bring Amy Walz, founder of You Are Not Alone, onto the show to bravely discuss her family's journey with mental health struggles and how one special dog became a pivotal turning point in their recovery. Now Amy is on a mission to bring therapy dogs to every middle school in Minnesota and expand that to be nationwide so no student misses out on the opportunity to experience the unique support that only a therapy dog like Willow can bring. Tune in to learn the spec...
How to Stop Taking Things So Personally
March 11, 2024 11:30 - 22 minutes - 16.6 MBDo you have a hard time not getting upset when someone is judging you harshly? Do you often second guess yourself or hold yourself back in fear of what other people might think? If so, this episode is the ultimate pep talk for you! By the end of it, you'll understand how to stop taking things so personally so have the confidence to live YOUR best life 🙌
Why Curiosity Is Better Than Confidence
March 04, 2024 12:30 - 21 minutes - 16.1 MBFeeling confident is great, until it starts limiting your life experience because you start talking yourself out of things you don't feel confident in or certain about yet. Curiosity on the other hand, opens you back up to more experiences and opportunities so you get even more out of life! If you struggle with a need for 'control' and certainty before you take action (which is meaning you're missing out on a lot you want to do in life!), this episode is for you! Want to stop letting your...
Handling College Rejections & Finding Your Path After School - With Sophomore Cassie
February 26, 2024 12:30 - 34 minutes - 20.2 MBToday I am SO excited to introduce you all to my long term coaching student, Cassie, who's journey after high school has been so inspiring I KNOW sharing it with you guys is going to help anyone else out there who is heading to college or about to begin the application process! Tune in to hear how Cassie handled being rejected by her dream college, what she did to help overcome her social anxiety to become better at making new friends, mistakes she's made that you can learn from and her best...
Thriving with A Mental Health Diagnosis - With Kate Simonet
February 19, 2024 12:30 - 38 minutes - 25.4 MBI am excited to have a special guest, Kate Simonet, on the show today to discuss her eye-opening and inspiring journey she's been on since her mental health hit an all time low during her senior year at high school. What followed was a two-weeklong psychiatric hospitalization stays and a suicide attempt, before being diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Once thinking that was going to limit her in life, Kate is now an author, inspirational speaker and Program Manager at the amazing youth mental ...
When Job Hunting is Taking Longer Than Expected (and You're Ready to Quit!)
February 12, 2024 12:30 - 25 minutes - 19.9 MBFeeling discouraged after applying for lots of job and not hearing back from any? You're not alone! This week's episode is thanks to a podcast listener who messaged me this: So I've graduated from a Diploma of Health Science and I'm currently on my 2nd year on my bachelor degree. I've been trying to get started and find a job based on my diploma but I've had no luck as most positions require experience. So as a beginning i tried to volunteer but I never hear back from anyone. I've been real...
The Antidote to Depression and Anxiety
February 05, 2024 12:30 - 33 minutes - 21.8 MBI am THRILLED to be back recording episodes again for Okay, Now What? and so grateful to be joined by returning guest coach, Joey Mascio! I invited him back on the show after seeing an Instagram post of his that really caught my attention - it was about what he's found to be the solution to helping solve for any anxiety, aggression or depression that you struggle with. When I read into the strategies he was sharing, and why solving for our struggles doesn't come from just positivity but find...
Knowing When to Quit
December 04, 2023 12:30 - 21 minutes - 16.4 MBIt's important to persevere through challenges towards a goal, but it's also important to know when to walk away from one - what's the difference? Tune in to find out! There's also a special announcement at the end about what's coming up for this podcast over December & January :) Want more help with your goals and confidence? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching
How to Feel the Fear and Feel It Anyway *FLASHBACK EPISODE*
November 27, 2023 12:30 - 27 minutes - 18.5 MBYou've likely heard saying ''Feel the fear and do it anyway'' - but HOW do you actually do that? How do you ask that cute guy out, audition for the musical or drop out of a course you have zero interest in - even when you're terrified of failing or being rejected and ridiculed for it? The answer lies in understanding what you're actually afraid of (it's probably not what you think) and that you're already living your worst case scenario. What do I mean by this? Be sure to tune in to fin...
How to Set Better Boundaries in Friendships
November 20, 2023 12:30 - 16 minutes - 12.6 MBDo you have a friend who sometimes goes through your phone without asking? Shares things that you tell them in secret? Tries to pressure you into something you don't want to do? These are all signs that a boundary needs to be put in place! A boundary is essentially how to self protect your own needs, space and values so you ensure you keep being a friend to yourself first and foremost. But I know sometimes people are afraid to speak up or set a boundary in fear it might upset the other per...
Need a Hit Of Inspiration? Here You Go!
November 13, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.24 MBSome days life is harder than others, and this episode is for one of those days! Whether it's a pep talk on finding courage to do the thing you're scared of, or a reminder of why holding on during dark days is always worth it, this episode will leave you feeling inspired & determined to make every day count. Want more help with your goals and confidence? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching
When You're Scared About Growing Up & 'Adulting'
November 06, 2023 09:30 - 19 minutes - 15 MBThis episode I answer the question sent into me by a follower: Hi Kate! I just needed a little advice on growing up and going along with adult life. I just got my first job but I can’t help but to think I’m one step closer to moving out, driving, and so many other important milestones. My goal is to move to Canada someday but sometimes it feels so scary even being away from my family at work. It’s hard to even think about moving to another country and leaving my family when I can’t go to wo...
Overcoming Addiction & Taking Control Back of Your Life
October 30, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes - 16.9 MBI'm excited to have special guest, Dave Taylor, on the show this week to share his inspiring story of overcoming addiction and losing 300 lbs to set his life back on track in a purposeful way. It's a must listen out there for anyone who's feeling helpless or like they're 'too far gone' to make a change - Dave's story is proof that change IS always possible, one brave step at a time. <3 Want to stop feeling so anxious all the time? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for s...
How to Have A Happier & Healthier Brain
October 23, 2023 09:30 - 17 minutes - 13.2 MBOne thing school didn't teach me was what the heck it really meant to take care of yourself mentally and keep your brain healthy! So tune into this episode to learn about the 4 main chemicals your brain needs to thrive & keep you in a better mood, even when life gets tough! Want to stop feeling so anxious all the time? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching
5 Mistakes People Make in Friendships (And How to Avoid Them!)
October 16, 2023 09:30 - 25 minutes - 19.7 MBFriendships can be the most rewarding and meaningful part of life, and sometimes also the most challenging! Tune into this episode to learn the most common mistakes people make in friendships that often cause unnecessary drama or misunderstandings - and then tips to try out instead to build friendships that last! Want to stop feeling so anxious all the time? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching
Overcoming Your Fear of Rejection *5 YEAR FLASHBACK EPISODE*
October 09, 2023 09:30 - 45 minutes - 34.5 MBIn celebration of 5 years of "Okay. Now What?", I'm excited to do a flashback to my first ever episode of this podcast! If the fear of rejection or failure holds you back from what you really want to do in life, then this episode is definitely a must listen! Thank you to my amazing podcast family for all your support over the years, I am so grateful for you and look forward to many more years to come! <3
How to Get Better at Following Through on What You Said You'd Do
October 02, 2023 09:30 - 7 minutes - 5.69 MBDo you have every intention to get up early to workout, only to roll over because it's too hard to get up? Or do you keep putting off breaking up with your boyfriend because you don't want to hurt his feelings? I know that in the moment, some decisions or actions can be really hard to do - but long term, they're even harder to not do. Every time we choose comfort over our goals and wellbeing, we actually suffer more in the big picture. So if you're someone who struggles to follow through o...
Choosing Resilience
September 25, 2023 09:30 - 24 minutes - 18.7 MBStruggle to stay strong and positive when times get tough? Tune into this episode for an eye opening yet empowering pep talk on all things resilience. <3 Want to feel more confident and less anxious? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching
Using Guilt For Good
September 18, 2023 09:30 - 18 minutes - 14.4 MBFeeling guilty over something you've done? Whether it's talking behind a friend's back, lying to your parents or not showing up to your cousins championship game, tune into this episode to learn how to turn your guilt into something good for your growth! Want to feel more confident and happier in your own skin? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching
How Hope Can Hold You Back
September 11, 2023 09:30 - 14 minutes - 10.4 MB"Hopefully I make new friends" "I'm hoping my study plan works out" "Hopefully I get a job this summer" Hope sounds like such a positive and helpful thing to believe in - which it certainly can be in some contexts - but in other situations, especially when it comes to achieving a goal, hope may be the exact thing that's blocking your progress. Tune into this episode to find out why and what to do about it!
Social Anxiety & Feeling Less Awkward Meeting New People *FLASHBACK EPISODE*
September 04, 2023 09:30 - 45 minutes - 30.8 MBFrom forgetting what to say, to laughing awkwardly or hiding away in the corner, social anxiety is something that gets the better of many of us - I know it used to for me. But not anymore! So this episode I share with you the BEST question to ask to feel less awkward when meeting new people - so your anxiety doesn't hold you back from the opportunities and relationships you really want in life! Want help putting all these tips and tools into practice? Learn more about my personalis...
3 Things I Wish I Knew Before My First Break Up
August 28, 2023 09:30 - 22 minutes - 16.7 MBBreak ups can be so hard and messy. So many feelings and mixed emotions can lead to lots of confusion and overwhelm - and worry that might you shouldn't have broken up after all. So if you're in the middle of your first break up, or considering breaking up with someone for the first time, this episode shares with you my best tips on how to make the break up less messy and easier to move on from in healthy way. Want to stop feeling so anxious all the time? Learn more about my personalised...
The Power of Reverse Role Models
August 21, 2023 09:30 - 14 minutes - 11.2 MBDo some people at school, work or sports get under your skin? Maybe it's how loud they are or the way they talk badly about others behind their backs? Whatever their behavior is that ticks you off, I know it's easy to get frustrated and wish you didn't have to be around them at all. However, often that's not an option - BUT it doesn't mean you have to stay annoyed and helpless every time you're around them. Instead, let me teach you another option you have that gives you all your power back ...
Anxiety Keeping You Awake at Night? Listen to This!
August 14, 2023 09:30 - 22 minutes - 17 MBThere's nothing worse than the anxious tossing and turning when you can't sleep at night. If you struggle with falling asleep, tune into this episode! I share my best tips on how to calm the anxiety that's keeping you awake so you can get yourself a better night's rest. Want to stop feeling so anxious all the time? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching
When You Have Mixed Feelings About A Decision
August 07, 2023 09:30 - 18 minutes - 14.2 MBWhether it's trying to choose what pizza topping to order through which major to study at college, sometimes we'll have mixed feelings about making a decision. The problem is, that often we let that ambivalence suck us into a spiral of overthinking, ruminating and procrastinating that costs us TONNE of time and sanity. So if you tend to put off making a decision when you feel torn between different options or trade offs, give this episode a listen! Decision making doesn't have to be so hard ...
5 Truths About Success That Will Make You More Successful
July 31, 2023 09:30 - 31 minutes - 23.5 MBGoing after our goals in life can be filled with unexpected challenges that make it tempting to quit or give up before we really get momentum going. So in this episode, I share with you the 5 most powerful truths that I've accepted to help me become more successful in my life, so you can create the same success in your life too! Want to stop feeling so anxious all the time? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching
*FLASHBACK EPISODE* - The "All or SOMETHING" Mentality
July 24, 2023 09:30 - 28 minutes - 20.6 MBWelcome to another episode in our FLASHBACK series of the podcast, to ensure you don't miss any nuggets of gold from previous episodes! Many of us take on the perfectionist ''All or nothing'' mentality as if it's a badge of honour and something really empowering - ‘’I either do it 100% or not at all’’. But in this episode I reveal why this mentality is actually robbing you of your dreams and keeping you stuck in a cycle of underachieving towards whatever your goal is - whether it’s to stic...
Shedding Clothes & Limiting Beliefs
July 17, 2023 09:30 - 17 minutes - 13.2 MBThis week as I began clearing out my wardrobe to move to Wyoming, I realized that our brains and our closets have a lot in common. What do I mean by that? Tune in to find out and learn why we need to be as intentional about what we leave in our brains as we do our wardrobes! Want to stop feeling so anxious all the time? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching
How to Overcome People Pleasing
July 10, 2023 09:30 - 27 minutes - 20.4 MBJust going with whatever your friend wants you to do feels easy in the moment, but long term it can erode away your self esteem. While it's nice to be considerate of others, when you're constantly saying 'no' and 'yes' to others just to please them, it can leave you riddle with even more anxiety and emptiness. So tune into this episode to learn about the solution to 'people pleasing' and tips to help you practice it, so you can build more meaningful friendships that aren't costing you your o...
Pressure is a Privilege
July 03, 2023 09:30 - 16 minutes - 12.8 MBThis episode my husband, Nate, joins me on the show to discuss our favorite quote by tennis Legend, Billie Jean King - "Pressure is a privilege". Find out how you can use this perspective on pressure to help you rise to the occassion and learn from the times you don't. Want to stop feeling so anxious all the time? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching
*BONUS EPISODE* - Exciting Announcement!
June 28, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutes - 4.27 MBSurprise! I'm posting up a short bonus episode to make an exciting announcement!!! Wanna know what it is?? You better tune in! :)))
For The Friend That Was There Through The Tears
June 26, 2023 09:30 - 12 minutes - 8.9 MBToday's episode is in tribute to a friend who I tragically lost last week. She was an earth angel to me and someone I wanted to take a moment to honour for the love and resilience she brought to my life when I needed it most. This episode is about the power of being there for loved ones during dark days, prioritizing what really matters most and reflecting on what you want your 'dash' to one day stand for... Rest in peace, my beautiful friend. <3
Eating for Health and Happiness - with Lauren Dorman
June 19, 2023 09:30 - 33 minutes - 19.6 MBAre you skipping meals or counting calories? Do you ever feel guilty after you eat or use working out as a punishment? If so, then PLEASE listen up to everything today's special guest, Lauren Dorman, has to share. Lauren Dorman is a Nutrition Therapist who has 20 years of experience working with young people who are struggling with body image and self-esteem, as well as disordered and emotional eating. There's SO many amazing nuggets of gold in this episode to help heal your relationship wit...
When You're Feeling Bad About Your Body
June 12, 2023 09:30 - 15 minutes - 11.5 MBThanks to the filtered world of social media and everything we see in the movies and TV, our brains have subconsciously been conditioned to think of beauty looking one particular way. Unfortunately that can lead to a lot of nasty thoughts spiraling about our own bodies when we look in the mirror or try on our clothes. If you're having one of those days - where your insecurities are loud and you're fearing "I'm not enough" - tune into this episode. I share my favourite quotes and inspiration ...
Get More Done With Less Stress
June 05, 2023 09:30 - 22 minutes - 17.3 MBDo you sometimes get overwhelmed with how much you have to do that you run late or forget to do the thing entirely? Workload anxiety is a real thing, but there's a daily habit that can help make it a WHOLE lot better and create more of the results you want in less time - and less stress! Tune in to learn more about what this mini habit is and how you can make it work best for you and your goals! Want to stop feeling so anxious all the time? Learn more about my personalised coaching progr...
Talking to Your Past Self
May 29, 2023 09:30 - 17 minutes - 13.4 MBIf you could go back 12 months ago today, what words of wisdom would you tell your past self? What would you thank them for? What would you forgive them for? This is what we'll be exploring together in today's episode to practice self appreciation for growth that you mighn't noticed and so you can make peace with any past mistakes that may be weighing you down. A healthier relationship with your past self, means a healthier relationship with your now self - and soon to be, future self. <3 ...
Tips to Make Small Talk Less Awkward
May 25, 2023 02:16 - 25 minutes - 19.9 MBIf you hate small talk because of how uncomfortable it is and you feel like you never know what to say, check out this episode! I give you my 5 best tips on how to better start conversations with strangers and people you don't know well yet so the whole exchange is way less awkward and more engaging for you both! Because you never know where one simple conversation could lead you.. Listen in to find out how one small talk conversation changed my life! Want to speak in person at your school ...
How to Avoid Your Biggest Regret in Life
May 15, 2023 09:30 - 16 minutes - 12.4 MBWhether it's asking someone to prom or running for student council, I know that sometimes we need to make decisions about doing something that feels scary or overwhelming to do. What if I regret doing it? What if it doesn't turn out and no one votes for me? Or my date says no? It's easy to let anxiety of all the 'bad things' that could happen take over so our mind spins over the decision for way too long that we end up missing the chance to do the thing at all. Have you just avoided your big...
Why Positive Thinking Isn't Working for You - *FLASHBACK EPISODE*
May 08, 2023 09:30 - 42 minutes - 31.7 MBWelcome to the podcast's 'flashback episode' series! To ensure some of my most helpful and impactful teachings aren't buried in amongst the other 200 episodes on here, I'm bringing back some of the earlier episodes to share with you here! This week I've picked my third ever episode, "Why Positive Thinking Isn't Working for You" - Do you cringe when someone says 'just look on the bright side'? Do you wish you could think more positively, but your brain continues to dwell on the negatives? A...
Dead End Thoughts to Look Out For
May 01, 2023 09:30 - 20 minutes - 15.7 MBLife is hard, and one thing I've learned is that there's certain thoughts and perspectives that only make it harder. Tune into this episode to learn what they are and fresh perspectives to redirect to when you notice these thoughts are leading you down a dead end street. Want to speak in person at your school or college to help support your peers? Learn more about my resilience presentations for teens and young adults here: https://kategladdin.com/demo-video
5 Tips to Help You Tackle Difficult Conversations
April 24, 2023 09:30 - 20 minutes - 15.4 MBAre there conversations you keep putting it off because they feel uncomfortable? Whether it's chatting to a friend about something that's been troubling you or opening up to a counselor at school about your struggles, it can sometimes be hard to speak up in fear of being judged or how the other person might react. Many people don't like 'confronting' conversations or being vulnerable about how they really feel, but tune into this episode to learn how to overcome that fear and understand why ...
Finding Clarity About "What Next?" After School
April 17, 2023 09:30 - 41 minutes - 25.2 MBFeeling anxious and overwhelmed with figuring out 'what next' after school? Then check out this interview with teacher of 20 years, Rich Napoli, where we chat about finding clarity about what you want to pursue after school and finding the courage to go after it! Want to speak in person at your school or college to help support your peers? Learn more about my resilience presentations for teens and young adults here: https://kategladdin.com/demo-video
Knowing Your Worth..
April 10, 2023 09:30 - 11 minutes - 8.08 MBWhether it's after being rejected by a person you like or simply feeling like you're not as smart as everyone else in the class, we've all had times where we feel like we're 'not good enough' the way we are. Struggling with self worth I think is something nearly every human on the planet can relate to, if you're having one of those days where you're right in the middle of this struggle, give this epiosde a listen! It's a powerful little pep talk to help you step into your greatness and belie...
Scared to Raise Your Hand in Class? Listen to this!
April 01, 2023 21:03 - 23 minutes - 17.7 MB"I don't want to look stupid" - that's the number one reason I hear when I ask my coaching students why they don't raise their hand in class (even when they have a question or think they know the answer to one!). If you can relate to feeling the same way sometimes, and hold yourself back from answering or asking questions in class in fear of being judged or getting it wrong, here's the exact pep talk you need! Not only will your grades likely improve by raising your hand more in class, you'l...
Life Advice You Should Probably Ignore
March 27, 2023 09:30 - 20 minutes - 15.5 MBWhether it's a quote on instagram, or something your parents have told you all your life, we're constantly bombarded with 'advice' and tips on how to live your best life & achieve your goals. In fact, that's exactly what this very show does itself! So it's not that I'm against offering tips and inspiration to others, I love it! But I do think that some common sayings/beliefs that, although are well intended, may actually be stunting your growth or fulilment in life. Tune in to find out what ...