I Would Like to Share This Space The concept of “peer bridging” is becoming increasingly important in today’s society, fostering opportunities for people to connect on a deeper level with those around them. It is in this spirit that I would like to offer a safe space in which to share stories of moments which have impacted our individual experiences; moments that have had the potential to bring us closer to our fellow human beings and to our own humanity. On a very basic level, we all share the experience of humanity, regardless of the differences in our individual backgrounds and cultures. This can be a powerful force for connection and understanding. As we open up and share our stories of moments that have made us feel, we can open the door to new opportunities for developing empathy and compassion. Through peer bridging, we may be able to come together to find common elements in our own unique experiences that might otherwise not be explored. By sharing our stories we can work to illuminate the struggles and triumphs of our fellow human beings. We can learn to have empathy for those whose experiences are vastly different than our own, and work together to bring about understanding and peace. As technology continues to open new channels of communication, we have the opportunity to make powerful connections that might otherwise not be possible. Peer bridging is one such channel, and it is one that offers an immense potential to create greater understanding between people. By taking the time to share our stories and to listen to the stories of those around us, we can learn more about the people in our lives, their joys, and their pains. And, in doing so, we can gain a better understanding of our own experiences, and of our own humanity. I truly believe that by taking the time and effort to create safe spaces in which to share our stories and to build connections, we can move forward together in creating a world in which all of our unique perspectives can be celebrated and fully understood. In doing so, we can bring us all closer to one another, and, ultimately, closer to ourselves. I invite anyone and everyone to participate in creating and cultivating this space. By creating an atmosphere of understanding, we can provide a safe place where stories can be shared, and where we can all learn about one another, and about ourselves.