1. “GRIT” Coaching Model
“You have brains in your head. You have feet in
your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction
you choose”- Dr. Seuss
Grounding
Reflection
Implementation
Transformation

2. Grit is “passion and perseverance for very long term
goals.”(Duckworth)
The “Grit” coaching model empowers, you, the client to find
your own strengths to follow down the path that is authentic to
you. As your coach I will support you in the search for that
path, in your discovery of the tools needed to help you travel
towards your destination and in your exploration on how to
turn roadblocks into opportunities of growth and change. This
model is based on the science of neuroplasticity which has
discovered that the mind can change the brain and new
neuropathways can be developed to change old habits and
behavior. (Begley 8-11) But this does require hard work and
determination from the client and a “growth mindset.” (Dwek
7) That is the “GRIT” factor. Without it, change will likely
not happen. The knowledge that the mind can change the
brain allows for limitless possibility. That knowledge combined
with your GRIT can lead you to live your best life.

3. rounding:
This is the time when you will find tools to help you stay in the moment and
present in your own bodyand self. You will begin to disconnect with issues of the
past and stop worrying and fantasizing about the future. This will help you become
more self-aware and gain greater clarity about what it is you truly want and need in
your life. With a growing mindfulness you will be able to relax more and reflect
and explore the limitless possibilities of your life. As your coach I will support you
in your discovery of the best ways you can become grounded and present as each
client is unique.

4. eflection:
Once grounded you will be better able to reflect on the strengths you already have
to help you on your journey. You will also better be able to know what path to take
and what you will need along the way. You may still see roadblocks ahead, but at
this point those will be ignored so you can best envision the destination that is
authentic to only you. What you will eventually do with these roadblocks, once
you see your destination, is take note as to how and why you get stuck and what
old habits you need to leave behind. Then you will know what new strengths you
need to develop and grow. As your coachI will challenge you with questions to
help you go deeper inward as you reflect and discover what it is you want and
need.

5. mplementation:
This is when you will do the research and work needed to help you attain your
goals. You will build on your old strengths and begin to change the habits and
thoughts that block the pathway to your success. You will begin to create new
thought patterns using a positive, growth mindset. This is the hardest step as you
will have to give up old patterns and face whatever fears you may have. Grit and
perseverance will be necessary as it will take work. There will be failures and
lessons to be learned from those failures. But if you do the work you will be
rewarded with an authentic life. My supportwill come from my presence and
guidance as you begin your discoveries and make your changes.

6. ransformation:
After all of your hard work you will notice that you will have new beliefs in the
power of your abilities and a willingness to face your fears and take chances. You
will better understand the direction you want to travel. Failure will not be so
daunting to you because you will see your failures as opportunities for growth and
learning. You will still have struggles along the way, but your new habits and
beliefs will serve you well. You will be better able to face life’s struggles, be with
them in the present and work through them instead of running from them. You will
be following the life path that is unique to you. As your coach I will celebrate with
you your successesand supportyou whenever needed.

7. “You’re off to great places! Today is your day!
Your mountain is waiting. So get on your way!
Dr. Seuss
Begley, Sharon. Train Your Mind Change Your Brain: How a New Science
Reveals Our Extraordinary Potential to Transform Ourselves. New York:
Ballantine Books, 2007. Print.
Duckwort, Angela Lee. “The Key to Success?Grit.” TED. April 2013. Lecture.
http://www.ted.com/talks/angela_lee_duckworth_the_key_to_success_grit?langua
ge=en
Dwek, Carol. Mindset: The Psychologyof Success. New York: Ballantine Books,
2006. Print
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