Kate Gladdin's book Okay Now What

A roadmap for how to be resilient when life gets tough.

“Okay, Now What? will transform the way you think and will unleash potential you never thought possible with Kate Gladdin's brilliant and profound 3 Rs of resilience. 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

  • “I absolutely loved Kate Gladdin’s new book, 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. Her groundbreaking three-step plan to resilience—recognize, reflect, redirect—not only offers a roadmap to overcoming adversity, but also provides a pathway to joy and empowerment. Additionally, the book highlights the profound impact of a grateful mindset. It's a must-read for anyone seeking to turn life's most challenging moments into opportunities for growth and transformation. It will leave you with a smile on your face, as it did mine.”

    —Ros Ben-Moshe, author of The Laughter Effect: How to Build Joy, Resilience, and Positivity in Your Life

  • “Okay, Now What? will transform the way you think and will unleash potential you never thought possible with Kate Gladdin's brilliant and profound 3 Rs of resilience. 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

  • "Kate Gladdin shows us her heart and her pain but then shows us the way. She 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

More praise for “Okay, Now What?”


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

“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

“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

“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

“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

“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!

“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’s Book has been chosen as a must-read by Penguin Random House! Check it out below..