BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: 5 Practical Steps to Become Less Shy and More Confident
BRAZEN recommends this Unjaded Jade video which we all needed in our awkward teenager/young adult phase, when talking to other people was the most difficult thing in the world. Whether you’re currently in that phase or have already moved past it, this video provides a nice dose of light and inspiration to put yourself out there and make some new connections.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: All Work and All Play
BRAZEN recommends one of our favourite videos of all time — a call to arms for the creators, innovators and passion-driven young people who are changing the world as we know it; and a joyful dose of inspiration to start doing whatever it is that you love most.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: Forget What You Know
BRAZEN highly recommends this TED talk by young Jacob Barnett, whose autism diagnosis at just two years old prompted his mother to homeschool him and allow him to pursue his interests at his own pace — which turned out to be one of the best decisions they could have made.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: Curiosity is the Greatest Act of Rebellion
BRAZEN recommends this highly entertaining TED talk on curiosity and human behaviour by Robin Ince, whose passion and enthusiasm for his subject makes it all the more fun to watch!
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: Earthrise
BRAZEN recommends this online platform created by Jack Harries, Finn Harries and Alice Aedy which aims to provide “a new perspective on the climate crisis,” and harness the much needed dose of “optimism and imagination required to build the world we so urgently need.” 👏🏽
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: Shit You Should Care About
BRAZEN recommends this highly informative Instagram account, run by three girls from New Zealand who work tirelessly to deliver no-bullshit updates on what's happening in the world that we really should be paying more attention to.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: 5 Lessons I’ve Learned about Racism
BRAZEN recommends this video by Ali Abdaal who, in response to the Black Lives Matter movement, takes some time to reflect on his own privilege in society, what he’s learned about racism over the years, and where he’s still making efforts to improve.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: The Kingdom
BRAZEN recommends this short documentary about Sonam Phuntsho, a forest caretaker who has singlehandedly planted over 100,000 trees in his lifetime.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: The Danger of a Single Story
BRAZEN recommends this TED talk by the novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, on the dangers of buying into limited perspectives and the importance of seeking out more diverse narratives.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: Loving You Differently Every Day
BRAZEN recommends this heartfelt conversation between Chella Man and MaryV Benoit on The And, filmed almost two years after their first one, in which they return to discuss the complexity and simplicity of love and identity once again.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: Do You Miss Who I Was Before Transitioning?
BRAZEN recommends this beautiful conversation between Chella Man and MaryV Benoit, where they explore the subtle nuances of love, connection and their relationship with utmost honesty, vulnerability and sincerity.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: One Day
BRAZEN recommends this goosebump-inducing rendition of “One Day” by Matisyahu, sung by 3000 strangers, in three languages, in three-part harmony.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: Notion
BRAZEN highly recommends this app, which has been an absolute godsend in terms of keeping our lives and projects organised!
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: Start With This - Know Your Limitations
BRAZEN recommends this podcast about creating podcasts by the creators of the iconic Welcome to Night Vale podcast. Are you into podcasts? Cool, then check out this podcast.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: The Fearless Creative
BRAZEN recommends this episode of The Ground Up Show, in which Matt D'Avella interviews Puno — a creative entrepreneur who refuses to be boxed in or held down.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: Director’s Roundtable
BRAZEN recommends this fascinating deep dive into the filmmaking process behind some of 2019’s best films, from the perspectives of the directors who brought them to life.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: The Interview Tim Ferriss Waited 20 Years to Do
BRAZEN highly recommends listening to this conversation between Neil Gaiman and one of his biggest fans, Tim Ferriss. I’ve never heard Tim Ferriss sound as fanboy-ish as he did in this interview, but I don’t blame him—if I got the chance to interview one of the coolest writers in the world, I would squeak, too.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: Elizabeth Gilbert on the Tim Ferriss Show
BRAZEN recommends this conversation between Tim Ferriss and Elizabeth Gilbert for the Tim Ferriss show, which is probably one of the best podcast episodes/interviews we've ever listened to.
BRAZEN RECOMMENDS: The Deepest Sighs, the Frankest Shadows
BRAZEN recommends this beautiful song that makes you feel alive and melancholy and fired up all at the same time, and the album it’s from.