The safe space

One of the most valuable gifts my wife Mia gave to me was after our first few dates, the words:

"This is a safe space."

I instantly felt a weight fall off my shoulders. It was an invitation to be myself, without fear, judging myself, or taking myself too seriously.

It wasn't just words, she meant it. And it was more than that - she invited me in to build the space with her. A space for us. We've been expanding, repairing, and tinkering with our safe space ever since.