446: She Lost Her Sister… Then Her Mother — But Refused to Let Grief Be the End of Her Story #FanFav

What would you do if your phone rang at 3:37AM… and within hours, your entire life changed forever?In this deeply emotional and unforgettable conversation, originally published in October 2025, Kevin sits down with Australian-native Kate Gladdin who is a speaker, author, and resilience advocate for a story that will stop you in your tracks.At just 20 years old, Kate received the kind of phone call no one is ever prepared for. Her older sister Nicole — her best friend, role model, and lifelong companion — had been involved in a devastating accident while traveling overseas in Thailand.What began as confusion quickly turned into heartbreak. Within hours, Kate’s family was thrown into unimaginable grief.But this episode is about more than loss.It’s about what happens after life shatters.It’s about learning how to keep moving forward when your world no longer looks the way it once did.It’s about resilience, grief, healing, mental strength, courage, purpose, and the life-changing realization that tomorrow is never guaranteed.And perhaps most importantly… it’s about choosing to live fully in honor of the people we love.This is one of those conversations that stays with you long after the episode ends.If you’ve ever faced a loss that made you question everything… if you’ve ever felt like your world stopped spinning and you didn’t know how to start again — this episode will speak straight to your soul. Most of all, today's conversation will help you answer the heart-wrenching question we all struggle to comprehend:"How Do You Keep Living After Losing the People You Love Most?"Connect with Kate GladdinVisit Kate’s Website: KateGladdin.comLearn More + Support the Nicole & Julie Fitzsimons FoundationPurchase Kate’s Book: Okay, Now What? How to Be Resilient When Life Gets ToughListen to Kate’s Podcast: Okay, Now What?Follow Kate on Instagram: @kategladdinConnect with Kate on LinkedIn @KateGladdinSURPRISE BONUS! Listen to Kate's story turned into a song!Hey, it's Kevin!I hope you enjoyed today's episode! If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Below, you will find ALL the places and ALL the ways to connect!I would LOVE to hear from you! Send me a Voice MessageWant to be a guest on GRIT, GRACE, & INSPIRATION? Send Kevin Lowe a message on PodMatch!Book Kevin to Speak at Your Next Event: CLICK to Learn More + Get In TouchHire Kevin to Create Your Own Custom Soundtrack!Or for 1 Place for Everything, CLICK to visit the website!Stay Awesome! Live Inspired!© 2026 Grit, Grace, & Inspiration This podcast is designed specifically for those seeking healing from trauma, relief from anxiety, overcoming fear of the unknown, resolving isolation, rebuilding self-worth, confronting guilt and shame, personal growth after trauma, finding their life's purpose, recovering from emotional distress, conquering limiting beliefs, navigating identity shifts, building resilience, rebuilding relationships, coping with chronic pain, searching for spiritual direction, embracing inner strength, cultivating hope, overcoming self-doubt, reclaiming their future, and experiencing post-traumatic growth.