Meet Dr. Grace Atlas: Creator of the 3by100 Life

Hi, I’m Dr. Grace Atlas.
And if you are a woman who feels like you are constantly carrying the weight of everyone and everything around you: your family, your career, your relationships, your responsibilities, your home, your community, while somehow still questioning whether you are doing enough, I want you to know this:
You are not failing.
You are carrying too much.
Women are often conditioned to be the planners, the nurturers, the problem-solvers, the emotional anchors, and the steady force holding life together for others. Whether you are raising children, building a career, caring for loved ones, pursuing purpose beyond motherhood, or balancing all of the above, the pressure can feel relentless.
I created 3by100 Life because I deeply understand what it means to live inside that tension. I understand what it feels like to be capable, driven, compassionate, and completely overwhelmed.
And I also know this:
You do not need to completely reinvent your life to change what it feels like to be you.
You need a smarter, more sustainable way forward.
The 3by100 Life system is built on one powerful truth:
meaningful transformation does not come from doing more.
It comes from doing the right small things consistently.
I stumbled upon building this system at what many might refer to as a rock bottom moment in my life over ten years ago. And as I applied the science, the system, and reaped the rewards of progress over time, I was constantly asked how I became so resilient. People who knew my story were constantly saying I needed to write a book. But I felt stuck in understanding my life story and circumstances wouldn't help anyone in a practical way that leaves an impact. Then I realized, my resilience and growth, wasn't because of what happened to me, or because I possessed some super power, it was actually the opposite and very relatable to the human condition, especially being a woman in today's fast paced world. It was they system I started using in the rock bottom moment when I felt most hopeless and desperate to find a way to live differently and feel better waking up everyday.
It started with a journal and 3 things I knew I could do that would feel good when everything else felt bad, my first 3x100 was an intention to find 3 things to be grateful for each day and write them down, smile at strangers until I got at least 2 smiles back, and express gratitude to one person in my life every day. I needed something I knew I could do each day that I couldn't fail at. Now, over a decade later, this same approach, along with studying why it worked, has helped me go from escaping an abusive relationship and being homeless, to executive leadership, doctoral achievemnet, supporting my child through college, a truly wonderful and healthy marriage and family life, and waking up every day to a life I would not have believed possible in those days. And the journey from there to here, was actually simple. Anyone can apply this system to live their best life without feeling overwhelmed. I have always been an educator at heart and sharing this simple system to help other wormen on their journey is one of the greatest honors of my life.
A system designed to help women reclaim clarity, confidence, and personal momentum without guilt, burnout, or perfectionism.
This is for the woman who is tired of living in survival mode.
The woman who is ready to stop pouring from an empty cup.
The woman who wants to feel successful in her own life again.
Progress over perfection.
Purpose over pressure.
Because you deserve to matter in your own life, too.
The Power of Small Wins in Personal Growth
Commit to just three simple, intentional actions each day—these small steps lead to big changes. It’s like magic, but better, because it’s science!
Forget about the overwhelming ‘all or nothing’ mindset. Our approach prioritizes sustainable growth that fits into your busy life. Progress over perfection, always!
Backed by research, our methods show that small wins boost confidence and motivation. These tiny victories will keep you on track and feeling fabulous about yourself!