Okay. Now What? - A Show for The Young and The Anxious.

Do you sometimes walk away from meeting someone thinking that they didn't like you or you made a fool of yourself? Well this episode is a must listen to stop you from dwelling on past social interactions and find more courage to show up as YOURSELF, regardless of what others may think of you. Want to feel more confident and less stressed every day? Check out my personalised online coacing programs here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching For daily inspiration and tips, follow me on instagram: @kategladdin

Do you tend to get angry easily and end up acting in ways you regret? You're not alone! Anger is something that's very easy to spiral into when you don't understand how to diffuse it before it hijacks your actions. That's what this episode is all about! Tune in for the anger expert's best tips on how to handle your anger in healthy ways by getting to the root cause of what's really causing it.

I am thrilled to introduce you to today's guest, Dr. Peter Rios, a leadership consultant who has an amazing story of growing up in the projects to graduating with a PhD and now running an incredibly successful speaking business - and I want you to hear his story so you realize your potential to do AMAZING things in your own life. (No matter where your starting point is or how many setbacks you face along the way 🙌🏼) Peter's passion for leadership and personal development, and organizational change stems from his own transformational experience after overcoming trauma at an early age and embarking on an unprecedented journey of healing, self-discovery, and professional development. Peter is on a mission along with his spouse, Dr. Ruby Gonzalez-Rios, to build and develop people so they can maximize their potential and live healthy fulfilled lives. To learn more about Peter and check out his new book, visit: https://www.peterriosconsulting.com/

This week I'm excited to be bringing you my ''best of instagram'' - which is a collection of my most popular and powerful instagram posts that I've written over this past year that can help turn around any bad day. From sparking motivation to get back up after you fall short on a goal through to finding the courage to stop letting fear dictate your life or just needing that someone to remind that you're not alone in finding your way through your insecurities, this podcast has a bit of inspiration and advice for anyone who finds it challenging to be human sometimes. Which let's face it, is all of us right? This is my gift to you that I hope you turn to on any day when it feels like life is getting better of you. You can also pair it up with episode 19, episode 97 and episode 171 which has just as much wisdom and inspiration packed into it. This human thing is hard sometimes, help lighten your journey by letting me be a part of it - I am here for you. Want to feel more confident and less stressed every day? Check out my personalised online coacing programs here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching For daily inspiration and tips, follow me on instagram: @kategladdin

Tune in for a short & punchy pep talk on why you don't necessarily need more confidence to get over making mistakes or falling short, it's something far more powerful and helpful to get you through those messy moments.

Struggle with negative self talk during your games? Or butting heads with your coach or teammates? Make sure you tune into this inspiring episode with sports counselor, Lela Nomura, to hear her best tips on how to build mental strength as an athlete and better handle the challenges that come with competing in sports. Check out more of Lela's tips and tools on her instagram: @themindgymllc

Tune 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 daily inspiration and tips, follow me on instagram: @kategladdin

Whether 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 are built for more than trying to avoid discomfort in life. 🙌

I'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 for life :) Want to stop letting your anxiety run your life? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching

If 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. 🙌

I 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

This 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 special ways being around our four legged friends can be beneficial to your mental health and a way to get you through even the toughest days of your life. ❤️ To find out more about YNA or how you can bring a therapy dog to your school, visit https://ynausa.org/

Do 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 🙌

Feeling 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 anxiety run your life? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching

Today 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 advice to anyone else out there feeling overwhelmed by the whole college process right now. Life won't always go according to plan, but Cassie's journey is still living proof that when you respond from a place of open mindedness, courage and commitment, you can still end up exactly where you're meant to be. <3 Want to manage your anxiety & feel more confident? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching

I 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 health organization, Thumbs Up. Tune in to hear Kate's inspiring story of rising above her struggles to prove that a diagnosis doesn't have to define you or confine your life. There's also helpful advice on what to do if someone you love is diagnosed with a mental health condition and how to better support them. Check out Kate's book, Out of the Darkness, on Amazon here. Here's more from Kate about her journey & why she wrote such an honest and brave book: "As a senior in high school, I had what many would call an "All-American Life." I was varsity captain in three sports, was named the most athletic female in my highschool, an academic honors student, and, in seven short months, I would be on my way to a Division II college to pursue my education and compete on the cross country and track team. My parents are supportive and married. I have a loving sister. I was truly happy and thankful for the life I had and all the hard work I had put in to get me to where I was. Despite this "All-American" background, nothing had prepared me for the downward spiral that led me to two, two-weeklong psychiatric hospitalization stays and a suicide attempt before those seven months were up. I would later be diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder and, with time, learn to overcome stigma, and eventually find peace and learn to live a successful and meaningful life. If I had a better understanding of what mental illnesses looked like and had the correct resources and language to ask for help, things would not have been so difficult for my younger self. I believe that if my parents and friends had known more about mental health issues I would not have had to go through what I did. I wish there were more awareness and education of how mental health issues can affect even a successful, driven, loved, and supportive kid. I don't want what happened to me to happen to anyone else. I hope by sharing my story I can bring awareness to mental health and give the reader a sense of hope. If people do not share their experiences, how do we learn from one another and help each other along the way?"

Feeling 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 really disappointed and I'm thinking that it might not even be worth finishing my degree at this point consider I can't even volunteer... I feel stuck and pretty useless at the moment... I don't know what to do to fix it… Tune in to hear my tips on how to increase your chances of landing your next job and inspiration to find the determination to keep going when you don't. 🙌 Want to manage your anxiety & feel more confident? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching

I 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 finding deeper purpose and connection in our lives, I knew I HAD to get him on the show to share it with you all! So be sure to tune in and also check out Joey's free giveaway just for you: https://www.joeymascio.com/kate Want to manage your anxiety & feel more confident? Learn more about my personalised coaching programs for students here: www.kategladdin.com/coaching

It'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

You'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 find out. If you're sick of hiding away in fear and ready to live true to the ''me you want to be'' in the world - this episode is for you! Let's do this!