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The World as I Know it Now
I've always believed that life is a collection of chapters, each with its own stories, lessons, challenges, and unexpected joys.
This is where I share mine. From reflections on faith and purpose to creative adventures, everyday discoveries, and the occasional detour, I hope something you read makes you think, smile, or see the world in a slightly different way.
Photo Credit: Christine Stallard | One of my favorite places. Pistol River Beach, Oregon.
Life & Reflections
Boundaries for the “Thing” I did
Do you set boundaries in your life? If you don’t, why not? If you do, how good are you at keeping them? I ask because I’m currently doing a “thing” that I said I’d never do again. I’m part of a committee to reelect a commissioner to our local public utility district board. You might […]
Christine Stallard
Aug 26, 20223 min read
The hum of your truth
Everyone needs a reminder now and then to find the hum of your truth. My most recent one was just a few days ago. I’m preparing for a photo shoot to update my brand photos that I have on my website (and other places). It’s only a month away, so of course all five women […]
Christine Stallard
Jun 15, 20223 min read
Assumptions
“Is that Stevie Ray Vaughan,” she asked? I thought she was referring to the music that was playing, and I knew it most definitely was not. I almost let my mind go to that place…you know…where you make an assumption. How often does that turn out well? If I had let my mind go, I […]
Christine Stallard
Apr 8, 20223 min read
Don’t miss the magic
This week’s quote in my planner by Iman Europe made me think about the magic of the journey. “Become less connected to the outcome and more committed to the work.” Made me pause. You see, a very wise coach and mentor has been encouraging me to fall in love with the process—the journey—rather than fixating […]
Christine Stallard
Mar 18, 20224 min read
I think I was burned out
I think I was burned out. Don’t judge me. It happens to everyone, whether or not you admit it. I usually don’t want to admit it (and often don’t), but today I am going to be vulnerable and transparent because my heart tells me someone needs to hear about it. My heart tells me that […]
Christine Stallard
Jan 18, 20223 min read
Let It Go!
I read a book recently called “Transitions: Making Sense of Life’s Changes” by William Bridges, PhD. One of the chapters was titled “What It Is Time to Let Go Of.” What an appropriate thought as we near the end of the year, don’t you think? Bridges contends that there is a major difference between a […]
Christine Stallard
Dec 15, 20215 min read
Let’s Talk Stress
Today, let’s talk about stress. I see it on the faces of friends, family, and complete strangers. I see it on my own face when I look in the mirror. I can feel its effects on my body. I observe its effects on others. Being a proactive person (others would say I was a control […]
Christine Stallard
Sep 16, 20213 min read
The Frenemy Within
I love to read. Anyone with me on this? Right now I have about 5 books I’m reading…depending on my mood. Alli can figure out when I’ve been reading “The Other End Of The Leash” by Patricia B. McConnell, Ph.D. because I’m trying new ways to figure out how to interact more effectively with her. […]
Christine Stallard
May 18, 20213 min read
To Know, Know, Know You…
How important is it to know, know, know you? I think it’s really important. A few days ago, a cousin of mine died unexpectedly. He was only 62. I read the obituary and realized there were a lot of things about him I didn’t know. I wonder why his middle name was the same as […]
Christine Stallard
Dec 1, 20203 min read
5 Ways to Awareness and Reduced Stress
Let’s talk about 5 ways to awareness and reduced stress. What a wild ride 2020 has been thus far. It’s easy to get caught up in all the craziness, and even worse, to lose yourself in it. But, I believe that being aware of yourself and your feelings is one of the most important things […]
Christine Stallard
Jul 24, 20203 min read
Find Peace in Chaos
The first step in finding peace in chaos is to check your emotional health. Close your eyes. Take a deep breath. Now tell me how you feel. That simple activity will tell you a lot about your emotional health which is just another term for how you feel. You see, most people focus on the […]
Christine Stallard
Jun 16, 20203 min read
Turn Thoughts Into Action
And, now for the fourth and final installment on getting in the right mindset to attract what you want in life. It’s all about how to turn your thoughts into action. And, this one may just be the most important one! Because to attract what you want in life, you gotta take action! The third […]
Christine Stallard
May 14, 20202 min read
Take Back Your Morning
Did you know that there’s a powerful connection between your mindset and your morning habits? How you wake up and the first things you do in the morning will influence your mindset — in a positive or negative way — for the rest of the day. I don’t know about you, but I am very […]
Christine Stallard
Mar 18, 20204 min read
“Down Day”
Everyone has a “down day.” I had one yesterday. I wasn’t really feeling sad or depressed, I just couldn’t get focused on what I had planned and written down in my calendar for the day. I was definitely distracted. I allowed that to set my mood for the day but I shouldn’t have. The day […]
Christine Stallard
Feb 5, 20203 min read
The Comparison Game
We all get caught in the comparison trap. It’s hard not to do. But, it is so important to just stop comparing yourself, your life and your journey to others. Especially if you are doing it in a negative way. Trust me, your self-confidence and mental and emotional health will thank you. You see, all […]
Christine Stallard
Jan 21, 20203 min read
Curve Balls
You’ve got a plan. You’re on a path. Then, out of the blue — wham. A curve ball. I used to get all stressed out. Well, really, it was worse than that. Stressed out, yes. But worse, it was sometimes a full-blown panic attack with blood pressure off the charts. On one occasion, thinking I […]
Christine Stallard
Jan 16, 20204 min read
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