In a lot of your work, you've talked about how influenced you were by your grandmother growing up. She was this older Nigerian state's woman who walked in any room and felt like she belonged. So I realized that I was watching her as I grew up and kind of modeling myself after her because she was showing me the model of what it looked like to be an authentic person.
Most positive change starts with a challenge to the status quo. But going against the current and speaking up for the right thing can be a challenge–especially if you’re the only one voicing your concerns. Luvvie Ajayi Jones is a two-time New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and a self-described professional troublemaker. In this episode, Luvvie shares why she’s reclaiming the term “troublemaker”, gives tips on gathering the courage to speak up, and explains why she thinks all of us would benefit from getting a little more comfortable with being uncomfortable.