There are moments in life when something shifts. When you see the world differently. When something inside you stirs in a way you can’t ignore. This blog exists because I find myself in one of those moments. I’ve always believed that the big milestones in life, the achievements, are stepping stones to a better version of ourselves. And hopefully, in turn, a better world. But in between those stepping stones, there are all these small moments. That’s what I want to highlight here in The Space Between Steps. The big moments will be here, of course, but I also want to talk about the quiet, unspoken ones. The ones that shape us just as much as the milestones.

For the first time in my life, I was able to take a trip to Europe. Something I never thought would be possible. It might seem like a small thing, but it’s unlocking a part of me I didn’t even know existed. It’s shifting my perspective. Showing me possibilities I hadn’t dared to imagine before. On one hand, I think this awakening is fueled by the way things are shifting in the world. But more than that, it’s about stepping beyond the limits I once set for myself. Recognizing that life is bigger than I ever allowed myself to believe. I wish more people could experience that realization.

I’ve spent a long time believing that stepping into something unknown meant stepping into fear. But now, with so much uncertainty around me, I’m trying to move beyond it. I’m learning that the unknown can also mean stepping into possibility. Some of the most incredible experiences happen when you stop hesitating and just say yes. And I want this space to be a reflection of that. A place where I embrace curiosity, change, and moving forward without needing all the answers first.

There’s a lot I’ve been holding in. Thoughts, emotions, uncertainties. I’ve realized keeping them bottled up isn’t doing me any good. I need a space to process, to express, to release. And maybe, in sharing my thoughts here, this space can become something meaningful for you too.

This blog isn’t meant to be polished or perfect. It’s an unfiltered portal into my experiences. The beautiful. The chaotic. The uncertain. The hopeful. A place to capture travel, personal reflections, moments of inspiration, and creative expression. I don’t know exactly what shape it will take, and that’s the point.

If nothing else, I want this to be a space where thoughts have room to breathe. And I want you to feel free to interact, comment, and share. This isn’t just my journey. It’s a space for all of us. A place to document this one life, fully lived.

Welcome to The Space Between Steps,
Chad Garsnett