Become a GRIT Architect: Design a Life That Withstands Hard Moments

This workshop is part of the Emotional Fitness Studio in Annapolis, a year-round wellness initiative offering FREE monthly in-person workshops and experiences.

*PLEASE READ: Tickets for this event are free as part of our mission to support wellness in our community. However, spots are limited, so we kindly ask that you PLEASE only register if you plan to attend. This ensures we can reserve spaces for those who are eager to participate. Your understanding helps us make the most of this initiative—thank you!

In this Event:

We’re often told that grit means pushing harder or toughing it out. But real resilience isn’t built through force; it’s built through intentional design.

In this 90-minute workshop, you’ll learn how grit is developed over time by thoughtfully constructing the habits, mindsets, and support systems that help you stay steady when life shakes. Just as architects design buildings to withstand earthquakes, storms, and shifting ground, you can learn to design an inner structure that bends without breaking during emotional, relational, and personal challenges.

Together, we’ll explore:

• What real resilience looks like in everyday life (and why “just be strong” often backfires)
• The hidden habits, beliefs, and relationships that quietly reinforce, or erode, your foundation
• How to adapt and strengthen your internal structure when life changes, instead of starting over
• Why grit is less about willpower and more about alignment, clarity, and support

This session blends guided reflection, interactive discussion, and a hands-on mapping exercise to help you assess your current resilience, identify structural weak points, and determine where small, intentional adjustments can make the biggest difference.

You’ll leave with:

• A clear, practical framework for building resilience
• Language and tools to respond to stress with awareness instead of reaction
• A renewed sense of agency and confidence in your ability to navigate uncertainty

Because resilience isn’t about surviving the storm, it’s about knowing your structure can hold.

About the Speaker:
Jesse Tubb retired from the U.S. Army band "Pershing's Own" as assistant principal trumpet and is the founder of GRIT Adventures, an experiential learning program that uses adventure racing to teach resilience, mindfulness, and teamwork. He designs and facilitates team development events and workshops for sports teams, corporations, youth organizations, and veterans.
As the lead curriculum designer and meditation instructor for Complete Focus, Jesse helps students and professionals build mental clarity and focus through mindfulness and breathwork.
An ICF-certified coach, Positive Intelligence Mental Fitness Coach, and former Master Resiliency Trainer in the US Army, Jesse draws on nearly two decades of experience in endurance racing— including competing in Amazon Prime's Eco-Challenge Fiji—to inspire others to unlock their potential, strengthen their mindset, and thrive under pressure.

The Organizer:

These wellness events are brought to you by Maria Winters, licensed mental health therapist and creator of the Emotional Fitness Studio in Annapolis, an initiative built on the belief that everyone deserves access to tools that can help us feel and live better. This work is made possible thanks to the support of amazing sponsors:

Thrive Gym https://www.thrivegym.org/

Premier Planning Group https://www.premierplanninggroup.com/

Thank you also to Swain Domain for partnering with the Emotional Fitness Studio and sharing your incredible talent in photography and videography. https://www.bethanyswain.net/

Questions? Contact Maria at (703)338-0017 or [email protected].

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Disclaimer: This workshop is intended for informational and personal wellness and development purposes only. It is not a substitute for therapy, Medic*tion, or mental health or medical treatment. If you need mental health or medical support, please consult a licensed therapist or medical professional.

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