I had to share a "quick" story - I feel like it may have been inspired by a kindness advent calendar. I received a Christmas card from a neighbor that I do not know with two pictures of my home included. The pictures are of Christmas lights that I have up and the card said, "just wanted to let you know that you brought joy to our life". Isn't that the SWEETEST! I got all teary and immediately thought of the kindness calendar. Cheers!
I’m loving getting to know Steven in your vlogs! Steven is so wise and gives great advice! I’ve previously wonder how can Steven appear so calm and relaxed due to his stressful job as an attorney. I would love if he would be willing to share his techniques. I hope you get your sleep back on track; I experience the same sleep patterns and had an episode last week. ❤️
this is my favorite of all your intros!!! love the pretty colors! with regards to your sleep - I find myself activated and engaged whenever I post a new video. perhaps your late night postings are taking a toll on your sleep cycle. it's easy to get lost in interacting with our subscribers and commenters...but don't forget that sleep is #1!! maybe post earlier in the day, or bite the bullet and schedule postings for the morning time...? Also re: Oprah....you could be...(christ)OPHERA...!!! GET IT
You are just the cutest thing ever! You’re like a real life Buddy The Elf... so kind-hearted & full of Christmas spirit! 🎄🎅🏻❄️ I will miss Vlogmas when Christmas is over! 🥺
What helps me sleep is listening to "White Noise" videos on RU-vid. I really enjoy listening to the rain or ocean waves! So relaxing. my fave thing lately!
I love that vlogmas is just your regular life. Seeing you and Stephen interact is so refreshing and uplifting. This is such a bright spot in my day! Thank you for being you. Merry Christmas!
“A shepherd in Scotland”......I love that, it’s so Steven to think that way! And Christopher, not at all surprising that you chose Oprah! You both add so much joy to the world through this channel. Thanks for letting in and sprinkling us with kindness! Your vlogs never disappoint. xo
If I could bestow anything it would be good health which is a gift. I lost a coworker recently he went into the hospital the day before Thanksgiving and he passed the following Wednesday, he was 34 years old. It touched us all deeply
I put on Old commercials especially Christmas ones from the 70s and 80s (on youtube, or on my TV via fire stick.) and The warm fuzzy feeling quickly is followed by drowsiness. Works everytime I need to relax and fall asleep.
I'm just loving these cute intros! Bubbas being so excited for his Advent calendar is just adorable. Now - take your own advice... be kind to yourself and stop beating yourself up for not having a lot going on. Some days are just more low key than others. Everyone needs a "slow" evening to relax sometimes. And now, get some sleep!!
Bless your heart. Your "worst" vlogmas still warms my heart and makes me smile. I hope you're able to rest tonight. "You can't pour from an empty cup," so take care of yourself as best you can. 💚
Sleep tight Christopher, although I have never met you, you are one of my favourite human beings. I pray this holiday season brings you rest, peace and happiness 🎄
It must be the season b/c I too am battling no sleep, no matter what I try. Your videos are always so enjoyable. I appreciate your family and the joy you spread.
Meditation- seriously- helps with the sleep thing- I personally enjoy Jason Stevenson here on you tube. He does relaxing meditation music, but learning and practicing to do actual mindfulness meditation in routine can help with sleep and relaxation in general.
If you decide to have live 24-7 il still watching it . Your vlogmas are so unique and full of light , love and kindness . That's way I start my day watching your video 😍❤️
You are amazing. Work, stress from the travels, everyday life and still you (and Stephen) put so much effort into vlogmas, we love it, but we need you well and relaxed.
I would say that YOU Christopher have that far reaching impact, you are kind and humble and very much down to earth. This is so nice getting to know both you and Steven. I am going to miss vlogmas very much!
Christopher, found your channel right before the start of Advent and enjoy your content. Shared your Advent of Kindness calendar (love it!) with my mom and a coworker - both of whom really like the idea and are using it. Your extended family here understands if you’ve had an ‘off’ day. Take care of you- that’s number one!! Everything else will fall in place. Peace and Hugs! 🎄
Christopher - when I can’t turn my head off, I follow a Yoga Nidra Sleep Meditation...there are a good number of them on RU-vid and other audio sources. I settle in and it never ceases to amaze me, but the guided mediation puts me to sleep and I always wake up with this amazing sense of calm...okay, the calm lasts a hot second and the incessant squirrelyness (is that a word or just my thing?) of my thoughts takes over, but I got some sleep 😴.
You may not be Oprah, but fir what its worth, you have definitely impacted my life. Being stressed out to the point that depression takes over sometimes, you have made my out look change and now I am coping with a much more positive attitude. I am great full that I can help my loved ones and that they feel they can count on me.; instead of feeling everyone is always pulling on me. By the way Steven, although he is not in your videos enough,😊 is also some one that seems to be a solid caring person. Wishing you both the very best.
Your vlogmas really just makes my days so much better! I watch it first thing in the morning (usually) when I get to work while I drink my coffee and it helps start my day off on the right foot! I hope you are able to get some sleep. The only thing that helps me is Olly restful sleep gummies. They help turn off your brain and have melatonin to help you fall asleep. ~hugs~
When I struggle to sleep I find focusing on an audio story I have listened to before helps me drift off. Sometimes it’s the only way to stop my brain whirring away and get sleep. 🤞🏻🤞🏻😘
Oh I so know how you feel I’ve had 2 occasions recently where I just couldn’t sleep.....laying awake for hours is just terrible and coping with the day ahead is not good.....I think it’s having too much to think about at this busy time of year. Loved your vlogmas as always though 😀
Hope you get a good sleep! I laughed so much when Steven said a shepherd in Scotland. I live in the rural Highlands and know a few shepherds and they are very happy people 😊
Music that moves me: "Somewhere In Time" soundtrack! It is so beautiful, it makes my soul sing! I like it when you can actually feel the music all the way to your soul! That's when you know it's something special.
I have to thank you for your vlogmas. On 12/9/15 my father was diagnosed with cancer and only lived 6 months. The last few christmases have never been the same. Since finding your channel, I have been expired to make this Christmas special. Many blessings 🙏. By the way I love the Christmas play list.
A suggestion about the sleeping issue - I find that when I can't fall asleep it's because I can't quiet my mind. If I put my headphones on and listen to an recorded book I fall asleep within minutes. I think it's because my brain is focused on the story and the thoughts stop racing around. If you have audible you can set a timer for 30 minutes (or whatever) and the book will stop. That yellow watchband matches your Big Bird sweater 🐤 😍
Hi Christopher, when I’m having trouble sleeping I listen to a yoga nidra meditation here on YT, just do a search, there are many. Many wise words from Steven tonight that you need to calm down. I will speak to you like a mother now and tell you you can’t do it all and take care of yourself, we all care and understand. The last thing you want to happen is to wear yourself out and get sick right before you leave on vacation. Take care my friend
Loved the intro with your texts to Steven. I hope you manage to sleep tonight. I always do visualizations of outcomes I want (like formulating a mini movie in my mind) to put myself to sleep on nights like that. It shuts down all the random thoughts that I’m hyper focused on that are preventing my brain to calm down.
Steven is right Christopher about calming down before bed. There is a term called sleep hygiene that nurses will practice with a patient that has difficulty with sleep. In short, when you feel the first wave of sleep, calm down and give into the sleep, rather than pushing through. You must "fill up your cup" before you can be a service to others. love
I thought it was a great vlog Christopher! When Stephen said, “You. Need. To. Settle. Down.”, I burst out laughing. Glimpses of your Stephen really make me appreciate my own (Dave). Thanks so much for sharing and lightening our day!
I actually loved this Vlogmas too! You all are always great for a smile no matter what you are up to that day. I love how you always tell Bubbas to sit for the advent calendar but he never does LOL and when "Bubbas said Celine Dion" I lost it with the biggest laugh!!!!! You all are just too much fun!!!!
Loving vlogmas and loving Steven 😊please thank him for joining in 😊 does he realise he is sooooo funny 😁 a very merry Christmas 🎄 and peaceful new year to you all 😊I love that no matter what time zone we are all in we can all connect across the miles 🤗 to all from Wales 🇬🇧
Christopher, I hope you slept well! This was a great vlog, even though you were so tired. You managed to share a heartfelt glimpse into your life, which is what is fun about vlogs! Steven's contribution is so enjoyable! Please know that your efforts are appreciated!
When I can’t sleep, I try to think of a fruit that starts with each letter of the alphabet. You can use song titles, movies, cars... When you find yourself thinking about something else, go back and start again.
So enjoying watching you this vlogmas! (I’ve been looking forward to it since December 26!) I love how purposeful and thoughtful you try to be with each day. It’s really inspiring me to be more purposeful and mindful of my attitude, approach and impact on those around me each day. Thank you! The only thing I dislike about vlogmas is that it has to end- I’m already looking forward to next year-LOL! Would you mind mentioning the phone app that you use for inspirational quotes- I tried going back, but haven’t found it yet. Thank you for being you, for being brave and putting yourself out here for all of us, for introducing us to Steven and Bubbas and for the tremendously positive impact you’ve had on me and so many others. Wishing you a blessed 2019 and a fabulous and relaxing vacation.
I love you both no matter what you do you could do absolutely nothing and I would love it it cause your so real and down to earth and by the way you already have completed being like Opra reaching people all over the world and your humble and full of kindness you’ve done it my friend🤗love you and Steven so much I love that he comes in the vlogs as well he makes it complete, get some sleep you need it, make sure you clear your mind as Steven says💤❣️
I was watchhing the video with my dog Wooster sleeping on the couch next to me. When Babas squeaked his toy at 12:22 he jumped up and ran over to the TV tail wagging. He wanted to play! Haha
Hey Christopher! I hope you were able to rest well last night. This time of year is stressful for so many-preparing for Christmas, preparing for travel, preparing for being away from work AND, in your case, Vlogmas!!! If you need to take some time for yourself....a wise man once said, “Be kind to yourself....”
I feel your pain. I only slept an hour last night, too. Besides the fact that I love vlogmas, II am watching you to try to stay awake. I did get a lot of housework done in the middle of the night, which is a plus.
Listen to Steven. He has more sense than you. You cannot let outside world impede on your sanity. I know stuff happens, but you have to leave it behind you. I've been walking on this mortal coil for 72 years. I've been through it all. I know there are times when life just will not let you go. But You need to overcome that. You cannot live your life on one hour's sleep. When you're home, put all the good things of home in your mind. Hopefully this is just a blip and you will get back to your old self. I love your VLOGS, your view of life and your home. Clear that mind of yours and get a good night's sleep. Thanks for sharing. 💖
Download the Calm app and enjoy a sleep story. There are SO many to choose from but my favorite is Trans Siberian Railroad. Also the Shipping Forecast and the Nordland Train one!
I know you've already gotten lots of sleep advice but I didn't see this mentioned: magnesium oil. My son is autistic and has ADHD. I rub magnesium oil on his feet sometimes before bed, cover with socks and it helps him relax enough to fall asleep. You could also drip some into your bath water. I get mine in a spray bottle from the health food store. Good luck! Being sleep deprived is awful!
This is so wonderful I absolutely love your Vlogs with Steven he is so wise and so intelligent I absolutely love you both and I just adore the sweet pups the both of you are truly soul mates . 🎄❤️🌲
You say this Vlogmas is boring but I disagree. I feel like we are getting to know Stephen better through this Vlogmas and he is amazing. Thank you for sharing him with us as well as your tips and tricks and your lovely home. Blessings~ Leila
I can take a four hour nap & still get to bed at a normal time! 😝😴😴😴😴 personally I can’t imagine trying to think of something everyday to vlog on.. you are doing great! 😃
I love those questions you two are going over-just when you thought you knew someone-these delve a bit deeper. The Barbara Streisand song Somewhere moves me deeply! #Shivers #Babs #Like Buttah #Shook
I have trouble sleeping (usually not falling asleep). If you're looking for ideas to help - lavender oil on bottoms of feet, melatonin, SleepTube videos on YT or calm meditations.
Drink you some hot tea and pop in a melatonin gummie and fall into a lovely sleep my friend. This has been working for me❣ Wishing you a peaceful and restful sleep Christopher - Good Night.🎄⛄🎁
Christopher, You mentioned a favorite song or memory of music that moved you ..... what would you say was the first song you associate with steven? Keep up the great work!
Love your Advent calendar! For your next project (with all your free time- hee hee) you should design/market a calendar with either 365 days of kindness or 52 weeks of kindness. That would be cool with your creativity and planner knowledge-
