Welcome to wheelsofgrit.com
Wheels of Grit was born out of years of meaningful conversations and lived experience.
As a career counselor for the U.S. Coast Guard, I spent countless hours talking with people about their professional goals, their sense of purpose, and what they truly wanted for their lives. Again and again, I saw the same truth emerge: people often know what they want, but life, fear, hardship, or uncertainty can make those goals feel distant or out of reach. In those moments, what makes the difference isn’t advice—it’s human connection, thoughtful prompting, and someone willing to walk alongside you.
I believe deeply in helping others. I believe that when life gets hard, or when we feel stuck, we don’t need fixing—we need space, movement, reflection, and encouragement to reconnect with ourselves and what matters most.
After experiencing a serious accident that forced me to rebuild my life and reassess my priorities, this belief became deeply personal. Recovery taught me that growth isn’t linear, and that reassessment and redirection aren’t signs of failure—they’re necessary parts of living fully. I learned firsthand the power of slowing down, moving forward intentionally, and giving ourselves permission to change course.
Wheels of Grit brings all of this together—coaching, movement, and meaningful connection. It exists to support people through transitions, challenges, and moments of uncertainty, helping them regain clarity, confidence, and momentum. Sometimes progress happens one conversation at a time. Sometimes it happens one mile at a time. Often, it’s both.
Let's set up a session and get the wheels of your mind rolling in the right direction!
Jodie Knox
Retired USCG & Trained Life Coach (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching)