Daily Affirmation: July 14th

I honor where I am and gently rise into what’s next.

As cliché as it may sound, today truly feels like a new day. A new dawn. A fresh start to a new week. After a few days off and giving myself permission to fully rest, I feel something I haven’t felt in a while: refreshed. That kind of reset doesn’t come often, and I’m reminded that we shouldn’t wait until we’re fully drained to care for ourselves. When we feel half-empty, that’s our cue to slow down and refill.

This week, I’m carrying that awareness with me. I want to show up for my routine, move my body with intention, and pour into the businesses we’ve built. But I also want to stay attuned to my energy. To create, to give, to grow, without losing sight of my own well-being. There is strength in listening to what we need, and I’m learning to honor that more each day.

So wherever you find yourself this morning, take a moment to pause. Let the light of a new day remind you that you can begin again, gently and with care. You are allowed to pace yourself. You are allowed to rest and still move forward.

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Hi, I’m Chad. The traveler, small business owner, and writer behind The Space Between Steps. Navigating the space between where I’ve been and where I’m headed.