Awkward, Brave, and Kind Edit
The Awkward, Brave, and Kind Edit exists to amplify the voices, experiences, and stories of people who are choosing to be brave with their lives and their work.
Featured Articles
Hard Seasons and Wild Hearts
An update from Brené on unfolding, an armored heart, straddling the tension, and building a community of wild hearts.
Bryan Stevenson
The founder of the Equal Justice Initiative is a tireless advocate for justice — and love and mercy are his tools.
Kate Bowler
How a terminal cancer diagnosis at 35 changed everything for this professor who shares powerful life lessons with the world.
5 Questions With Raven B. Varona
The photographer, known for vibrant portraits seeks subjects' 'best side' and brings creative programming and hands-on experience to low-income youth.
Alex Snodgrass
The author of The Defined Dish keeps it delicious and real — and models the great power in embracing imperfection and vulnerability.
Not Looking Away
Sharing my beliefs and thoughts on the Israel-Hamas war. They don’t fit on an Instagram square, and many of you may find them naïve or conflicting or not enough. That’s OK. These ideas are based on my experiences, my faith, and my values.
Gina Chavez
The Latin Grammy-nominated artist explores how the rhythm of our words can change its very meaning.