In a fast paced world that's so 'go go go' all the time, it's easy to start feeling buried under a mountain of obligations and responsibilities. Before you know it, you start feeling resentful towards your boss for 'making' you work late or that you 'have' to go to your husband's friends birthday dinner - which makes you feel even more frustrated and overwhelmed by it all.  So in this episode I dive deep into how to shift from feeling at the mercy of your schedule to back in control of it. It's a simple mindset shift that really changes how you feel towards your commitments so you can tackle your schedule with renewed energy and sense of empowerment.   Here's where you can watch the podcast episodes on YouTube!   CLICK HERE to PRE ORDER Kate's new book "Okay. Now What?" - How to Be Resilient When Life Gets Tough. Want to Kate to speak at your event or workplace? Visit https:https://www.kategladdin.com/ Check out Kate's personalised life coaching programs: https://www.kategladdin.com/coaching    Introduction to the Episode (00:00:00) Kate Gladdin introduces the podcast and its focus on personal empowerment. Gratitude for Emergency Responders (00:00:17) Kate expresses appreciation for firefighters in Australia and their tireless efforts. YouTube Channel Announcement (00:01:07) Kate shares her new YouTube channel featuring video recordings of podcast episodes. Upcoming Book Release (00:02:06) Kate discusses her upcoming book "Okay Now What?" focusing on resilience, available for pre-order. Understanding Personal Choice (00:03:04) Kate emphasizes the importance of recognizing personal choice in responding to life's challenges. Victim Mentality vs. Empowerment (00:04:06) Kate discusses the mindset shift from feeling overwhelmed to taking control of one's schedule. Self-Talk and Motivation (00:05:05) Kate highlights how negative self-talk affects motivation and personal commitment. Recognizing Autonomy (00:06:53) Kate stresses that individuals are responsible for their choices and commitments. Choosing to Participate (00:08:38) Kate explains the importance of recognizing personal desires behind commitments rather than feeling forced. Confronting People-Pleasing (00:11:25) Kate addresses the issues of people-pleasing and its impact on personal well-being. Final Thoughts on Ownership (00:12:21) Kate encourages listeners to embrace their choices and take pride in their decisions.