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Why I Created Gritworks
A brief message from Jon
Jon B. Pease, MA
Resilience Strategist · Program Architect · Founder
A licensed therapist since 2010, Jon developed the Gritworks methodology to bridge the gap between abstract theory and real-world skill building.
The program was born from a simple observation: people don't change by talking about change. They change by doing hard things — consistently, with support, and with accountability.
Gritworks takes evidence-based resilience science and turns it into practical, actionable missions that meet people where they are — whether they're working on staying composed under pressure, strengthening relationships, or locking in their purpose.
The Gritworks Philosophy
Resilience > Obedience
We don't want people who follow rules blindly. We want people who can think clearly under pressure, regulate their emotions, and make strong decisions when it matters.
Research-Backed
Every mission is grounded in established resilience psychology, cognitive behavioral principles, and motivational science. This isn't feel-good fluff — it's structured training.
View Methodology & Sources →Harder by Design
Missions get progressively more challenging. Growth doesn't come from comfort — it comes from doing hard things in a supported environment.
Access & Pricing
Start free. Go at your own pace. Or get direct Founder time when you're ready to actually do it.
Free
No credit card required
Free
Begin with The Pause and 10 Performance missions, free.
- First 10 missions unlocked
- 5 gritBOT AI messages
- Self Check-In questionnaire
One-on-One with Jon
One 50-minute session, paid once
$800
One 1:1 session with Jon, all Performance missions and 12 months of gritBOT. Includes a seat in the group.
- One 50-minute session with Jon
- All Performance missions and 12 months of gritBOT
- Paid once
The One-on-One with Jon is not refundable.
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