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Olympic runner, actress, filmmaker, and writer Alexi Pappas imparts lessons she’s learned about self-confidence, self-reliance, mental health, embracing pain, and the pursuit of dreams in her book. This acclaimed title has been recognized as one of the best books of the year by Real Simple. It’s described as “heartbreaking and hilarious” by Mindy Kaling, “a beautiful read” by Ruth Reichl, and “essential guidance to anyone dreaming big dreams” by Shalane Flanagan. Adam Grant adds, “I couldn’t put it down.”
The mantra that pulses through the book: Run like a bravey, sleep like a baby, dream like crazy, replace can’t with maybe.
Alexi Pappas, often dubbed the “Renaissance runner” by the New York Times, had her life drastically altered at the age of four when her mother died by suicide. This loss propelled her on a quest for female role models. When her father signed her up for sports teams to help her cope, she found inspiration in female athletes, sparking her Olympic aspirations. Concurrently, Pappas nurtured her creative ambitions, aspiring to write, act, and make movies. Despite various hurdles, Pappas remained undeterred and refused to limit herself to a single path.
In 2016, she made her Olympic debut as a distance runner and also wrote, directed, and starred in her first feature film—a testament to her relentless pursuit of diverse dreams. However, such highs were not without their lows. In her book, Bravey, Pappas candidly shares her struggle with post-Olympic depression and her journey towards becoming a self-actualized individual.
Unflinching, exuberant, and endlessly entertaining, Bravey is a testament to Pappas’s signature, captivating voice. It paints a vivid picture of the significant moments in her life and the lessons that fueled her career as both