Founded by Jennifer Bardot, G.R.I.T. (Growth, Resilience, Intention, Tenacity) began with her core belief that true strength develops through shared storytelling and lived experience. Jennifer launched the movement to empower women to transform personal adversity into collective resilience. Under her leadership, G.R.I.T. grew from its flagship anthology Owning Your G.R.I.T. into a vibrant, multi‐book series exploring each pillar individually. The mission is simple and profound: offer a platform for authentic voices, encourage intentional action, and build a community committed to courageous self-transformation and purposeful living.
G.R.I.T. Anthologies
Owning Your G.R.I.T.: 40 Women’s Stories of Harnessing the Power of Growth, Resilience, Intention, and Tenacity
The original anthology that launched the G.R.I.T. movement. Featuring 40 diverse women’s real-life stories, the collection introduces the four pillars—Growth, Resilience, Intention, Tenacity—through narratives of challenge, transformation, and empowerment.
Growth – Deconstructing G.R.I.T. Collection
A deep dive into the pillar of Growth, this book showcases over 40 contributors describing journeys of courageous self-leadership, vulnerability, and personal evolution. Stories emphasize emerging stronger through heart-led transformation.
Resilience – Deconstructing G.R.I.T. Collection
Focused on the pillar Resilience, this anthology features 40 women recounting how they rebounded from adversity with purpose and persistence. Themes include bouncing back from setbacks and embracing resilience as a life anchor.
Intention – Deconstructing G.R.I.T. Collection
Centered on Intention, this collection highlights how daily habits and values-based decision-making shape meaningful, deliberate living. Contributors share how purposeful actions have aligned their inner compass with their outward lives.
Tenacity – Deconstructing G.R.I.T. Collection
This book explores Tenacity, showcasing stories of unwavering determination. Contributors describe persevering through grief, violence, and personal hardship—exemplifying steely resolve in action.
Living Well with G.R.I.T.
A newer addition highlighting living a balanced, joyful life. This anthology provides narratives of strength, self-discovery, and fulfillment—framed by growth, resilience, intention, and tenacity in everyday contexts.
Successful Entrepreneurs with G.R.I.T.
The most recent volume spotlighting entrepreneurial grit. Featuring businesswomen who have overcome obstacles to start and scale ventures, this edition emphasizes leadership, mindset, resilience, and perseverance in the world of business. It debuted mid-2025 with author panels and a launch luncheon.