Garrett ChaseThe Death of a Past SelfThroughout our entire lives, we’re taught that death is negative, that it’s something to fear, that the demise of past selves, life…Aug 9, 2021Aug 9, 2021
Garrett ChaseThe System Isn’t Broken. It Just Wasn’t Made For Us.When most people think of queer people struggling, it’s in the context of family and social ostracization — but the concerning financial…Jul 14, 20211Jul 14, 20211
Garrett ChaseWeathering The StormWhen I was younger, I was something of a people-pleaser. Not the kind of person that allows random strangers to walk over them — no, I was…Jun 25, 2021Jun 25, 2021
Garrett ChaseWe are infinite.Just like that, I’m 22 years old. This last year has been the most challenging — and the most rewarding — of my life. From losing my…May 26, 2021May 26, 2021
Garrett ChaseStepping Out of the ShadowsWhen I made the decision to come out nearly a year ago, I had no idea of the self-discovery of identity that would ensue. From a…Apr 28, 2021Apr 28, 2021
Garrett ChaseBurnoutI’m burned out. I’m not even 22 years old and I’m burned out — from my dead-end job to the concept of financial stability to the desire to…Apr 21, 2021Apr 21, 2021
Garrett ChaseA New ChapterAt long last, the countdown of the final thirty days in the only state I’ve known began. As I packed my belongings in the precise number…Apr 11, 2021Apr 11, 2021
Garrett ChaseIt’s Up To YouThere have been times in my life during which people questioned the level of independence I exhibited, the small support system I…Apr 2, 2021Apr 2, 2021
Garrett ChaseWhite Folx: Reflect, then Act.After the horrifying acts of white supremacy, terror, and racism perpetrated over the past few days, I found myself at a loss for words —…Mar 24, 2021Mar 24, 2021
Garrett ChaseYou Are Not Your PainA few days before I legally changed my name, I lay in bed with David Bowie playing softly in the background and the weight of the world on…Mar 22, 2021Mar 22, 2021