grit for grown ups
We would love to share our most popular workshops with you, your school, your friends.
Join Alix Dunham for a light-hearted, interactive, educational workshop about brain-health + emotional resilience [bonus: each workshop will culminate in a mindful meditation to quiet the busy brain].
grey MATR
grey MATR is a practical look into how we use the science of body + brain to boost our mental health and help us achieve a sense of overall well-being. Through the neuro-science of mindfulness and meditation, we explore techniques for regulation and resilience and build a strong, steady foundation to help ride the chaos of life. Our 6-week workshop will cover: brain science 101 [what meditation does to our brain and why it’s so effective] body science 101 [the gut / brain connection + why the vagus nerve is key] stress-fuel [why stress is good for us and how we can use it as fuel] self-regulation through co-regulation [how to ride the emotional storm + why connection is key] languishing vs flourishing [how to pull ourselves - and others - out of a rut] positive psychology [how to actively cultivate happiness through fun, flow + meaning] Lead by Grit Workshops’ Alix Dunham, grey MATR is a thoughtful, interactive, internal investigation about why we are the way we are, and how we can take positive steps toward leading a happier, more meaningful life. $135 / participant
meditation 101
What is the big deal about meditation? Tried it? Gave up? Join us for a one-hour, totally accessible workshop on neuro-science, mindfulness, regulation and meditation - all designed to boost your mental wellness for whatever 2025 throws at you! 1hr / $150
stress-fuel
We spend alot of time trying to figure out how to alleviate stress. We want to get rid of it. But what if we were able to work with it? What if we were able to harness it? What if we were able to do stress better? What is we could transform a stress response into a challenge response? In stress-fuel, we’ll learn how resilience builds upon itself to create a confidence scaffolding that allows us mental fortitude in times of pressure and anxiety. 1.5hrs / $250
grit for parents
At Grit, we explore how to care for our brain health so we can lead balanced, stable, and meaningful lives. If our goal as parents is to raise resilient, emotionally intelligent kids, we first need to practice those skills ourselves. In this workshop, we’ll dive into: How kids’ and adults’ brains work The neuroscience of calm Self-regulation through co-regulation. Join us for a light-hearted, interactive session at your child’s school. You’ll walk away with practical tools, fresh insights, and a deeper understanding of how to support your child—and yourself. 1.5 hrs | $250