Okay, Now What?

How to Be Resilient When Life Gets Tough

From life coach Kate Gladdin, this easy-to-follow, three-step plan for how to bravely face life’s unexpected challenges is the foolproof solution to developing resilience.

When motivational speaker Kate Gladdin was twenty years old, she woke up in the middle of the night to find out her older sister had died in a tragic road accident. Suddenly, everything she knew about her life, her future, and her family shattered in a heartbeat.

Just like Gladdin, we all face loss in different ways every day, because adversity is a part of life. There’s no getting around it–only through it–and the most vital tool we need to overcome the unexpected is resilience. It was this realization that led Gladdin to become a resilience expert, life coach, and motivational speaker. Through her own proven three-step strategy using the three Rs–to recognize, reflect, and redirect–she now has the skills to use anytime she feels helpless and wants to take back control over any circumstance she faces.

It’s this incredible method that Gladdin teaches in Okay, Now What? She shows readers how to: 

  • recognize what’s really causing them to struggle the most,
  • reflect on the impact of that struggle, and 
  • finally—the most important step—how to redirect toward finding the resilience they need to grow through what they go through and create good from even the worst moments in life.

Resilience isn’t a fixed trait that you are born with, like your eye color or the shape of your toes. Resilience is a skill that any of us can grow and develop with practice, and in Okay, Now What?, you will learn exactly how to do so.
Praise for Okay, Now What?:
“Through her moving personal journey and expert insights, Gladdin eloquently shows us that resilience is not a fixed trait but a skill we can all cultivate . . . A must-read for anyone seeking to turn life's most challenging moments into opportunities for growth and transformation.”
—Ros Ben-Moshe, author of The Laughter Effect

“I’ve read a lot of self-help books, and I still found myself feeling so inspired by Kate’s stories and teachings.”
—Kerry Stutzman, LMFT, MSW, licensed marriage and family therapist and author of Sanity Savers

“In Okay, Now What? Kate Gladdin offers guidance on how to turn your next setback into a comeback. She reminds us that hardship does not have to harden us, and even the worst experiences can bring out the best in each of us. A moving, helpful, and hopeful book for teens and adults alike.” 
—Alexandra Franzen, bestselling author of You're Going to Survive

“An invaluable tool for anyone looking to cultivate self-compassion and emotional resilience.”
—Jacqui Letran, author of I Would, but MY DAMN MIND Won't Let Me!

“Throughout Okay, Now What?, Kate truly connects with you on a personal level, offering both education and practical tools. Her reflections guide you to put everything into action, making her approach both heartfelt and profoundly effective.”
—Lelalelei Nomura, MAEd. LPC

“A must read for anyone seeking meaningful relationships, purpose, or a path out of anxiety, depression, and hopelessness.”
—Lois Sonstegard, PhD, ACC, Executive Coach, Revenue Growth Strategist, and Collaboration Partnership Strategist

“[Gladdin] gives us a blueprint on how to become more resilient when life gets in the way of happiness. Okay, Now What? is real, revealing, and never more relevant than today.”
—Joe Schmit, professional speaker, author, and award-winning television broadcaster

“An essential read for helping people deal with adversity.”
—Dr. Chris Wever, Child, Adolescent and Family Psychiatrist and author of The Secret Problem

“Exemplifies what it means to be resilient. If you have lost someone and your grief and the pain that comes along with it feels like too much, I highly encourage you to read this book.”
—Katie Shatusky, executive director of Thumbs Up for Mental Health

“Puts you in the driver's seat with a practical toolkit to prepare for the ride and remedy any roadside repairs to keep you in control.”
—Becky Cooper, CEO at Kennon Products, Inc.

"Kate highlights how habits like blaming others, shaming oneself, and resisting reality can trap us in a cycle of helplessness. By recognizing these patterns and reflecting on their impacts, we can start making conscious, positive changes. This mindset shift is crucial for anyone looking to build resilience and take control of their life."
—CMSgt Jared “Peaches” Pietras, USAF Combat Controller, host of the "Ones Ready" Podcast
Kate Gladdin is an international speaker, certified life coach, resilience specialist, podcast host, and author of Mini Habits for Teens, The Teen’s Guide to Social Skills, and The Social Skills Workbook for Teens. Through her keynote talks, online coaching, and podcast show, Okay, Now What?, Kate has helped more than 250,000 students and young adults build the social and emotional skills they need to become more resilient so they can better handle the unexpected in life. Originally from Sydney, Australia, Kate now lives happily in the USA with her husband, Nate, and their fur baby, Jaku.

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From life coach Kate Gladdin, this easy-to-follow, three-step plan for how to bravely face life’s unexpected challenges is the foolproof solution to developing resilience.

When motivational speaker Kate Gladdin was twenty years old, she woke up in the middle of the night to find out her older sister had died in a tragic road accident. Suddenly, everything she knew about her life, her future, and her family shattered in a heartbeat.

Just like Gladdin, we all face loss in different ways every day, because adversity is a part of life. There’s no getting around it–only through it–and the most vital tool we need to overcome the unexpected is resilience. It was this realization that led Gladdin to become a resilience expert, life coach, and motivational speaker. Through her own proven three-step strategy using the three Rs–to recognize, reflect, and redirect–she now has the skills to use anytime she feels helpless and wants to take back control over any circumstance she faces.

It’s this incredible method that Gladdin teaches in Okay, Now What? She shows readers how to: 

  • recognize what’s really causing them to struggle the most,
  • reflect on the impact of that struggle, and 
  • finally—the most important step—how to redirect toward finding the resilience they need to grow through what they go through and create good from even the worst moments in life.

Resilience isn’t a fixed trait that you are born with, like your eye color or the shape of your toes. Resilience is a skill that any of us can grow and develop with practice, and in Okay, Now What?, you will learn exactly how to do so.

Reviews

Praise for Okay, Now What?:
“Through her moving personal journey and expert insights, Gladdin eloquently shows us that resilience is not a fixed trait but a skill we can all cultivate . . . A must-read for anyone seeking to turn life's most challenging moments into opportunities for growth and transformation.”
—Ros Ben-Moshe, author of The Laughter Effect

“I’ve read a lot of self-help books, and I still found myself feeling so inspired by Kate’s stories and teachings.”
—Kerry Stutzman, LMFT, MSW, licensed marriage and family therapist and author of Sanity Savers

“In Okay, Now What? Kate Gladdin offers guidance on how to turn your next setback into a comeback. She reminds us that hardship does not have to harden us, and even the worst experiences can bring out the best in each of us. A moving, helpful, and hopeful book for teens and adults alike.” 
—Alexandra Franzen, bestselling author of You're Going to Survive

“An invaluable tool for anyone looking to cultivate self-compassion and emotional resilience.”
—Jacqui Letran, author of I Would, but MY DAMN MIND Won't Let Me!

“Throughout Okay, Now What?, Kate truly connects with you on a personal level, offering both education and practical tools. Her reflections guide you to put everything into action, making her approach both heartfelt and profoundly effective.”
—Lelalelei Nomura, MAEd. LPC

“A must read for anyone seeking meaningful relationships, purpose, or a path out of anxiety, depression, and hopelessness.”
—Lois Sonstegard, PhD, ACC, Executive Coach, Revenue Growth Strategist, and Collaboration Partnership Strategist

“[Gladdin] gives us a blueprint on how to become more resilient when life gets in the way of happiness. Okay, Now What? is real, revealing, and never more relevant than today.”
—Joe Schmit, professional speaker, author, and award-winning television broadcaster

“An essential read for helping people deal with adversity.”
—Dr. Chris Wever, Child, Adolescent and Family Psychiatrist and author of The Secret Problem

“Exemplifies what it means to be resilient. If you have lost someone and your grief and the pain that comes along with it feels like too much, I highly encourage you to read this book.”
—Katie Shatusky, executive director of Thumbs Up for Mental Health

“Puts you in the driver's seat with a practical toolkit to prepare for the ride and remedy any roadside repairs to keep you in control.”
—Becky Cooper, CEO at Kennon Products, Inc.

"Kate highlights how habits like blaming others, shaming oneself, and resisting reality can trap us in a cycle of helplessness. By recognizing these patterns and reflecting on their impacts, we can start making conscious, positive changes. This mindset shift is crucial for anyone looking to build resilience and take control of their life."
—CMSgt Jared “Peaches” Pietras, USAF Combat Controller, host of the "Ones Ready" Podcast

Author

Kate Gladdin is an international speaker, certified life coach, resilience specialist, podcast host, and author of Mini Habits for Teens, The Teen’s Guide to Social Skills, and The Social Skills Workbook for Teens. Through her keynote talks, online coaching, and podcast show, Okay, Now What?, Kate has helped more than 250,000 students and young adults build the social and emotional skills they need to become more resilient so they can better handle the unexpected in life. Originally from Sydney, Australia, Kate now lives happily in the USA with her husband, Nate, and their fur baby, Jaku.