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This may seem obvious to you:
Once something is popularized, it is no longer as special.
If it is trendy, it is widespread (not exclusive). It is commonplace (not new territory). It is accessible to the masses (not reserved for a chosen few).
Think of the uncharted road versus the beaten path. One has no footprints. The other has all footprints. One holds the freshness of a novelty. The other corrodes and discolors and loses vitality as more feet trample over the dirty floor.
I’ve never fancied trends much. Of course, I don’t get the buzz that some people get from being “in” with the crowd, so maybe it’s easier for me to “resist” trends. Fair enough. I’m not saying trends are bad. They’re just…. trends.
I’m considering this as I write down my 5-year plan. Where do I want to be in five years time? What do I imagine myself doing? Am I alone, or in a relationship? Am I traveling, or stationed in one city? Am I following the trends of the time, or pioneering new ground?
As a realist, I try and place healthy constraints on my own freedom in order to designate wise ways to invest my time. Here’s an example: as a 5’4.5” female, I will not apply to University of Michigan in hopes of becoming the quarterback for their male football team (unless ordered by some supernatural proclamation). So, with the healthy constraint of acknowledging that I am not built for men’s football, I can know that football conditioning is probably not worth my time and effort. Another example: A composer is brilliant at improvising melodies and music. He likely arrived at that skill because long ago he placed constraints on himself and his time by practicing scales and chords until they became second nature. Only because he had those constraints can he now maximize his freedom to improvise new sounds.
In my opinion, this sense of constraint for the sake of liberation reflects wisdom. How can I apply this when creating a 5-year plan? Well, I think it helps me see my strengths and areas of interest, as well as external matters that can either help or hinder my goals.
Three Constraints/Considerations:
#1. Where will technology be?
With my job in entertainment requiring some kind of technology, I have to look at the evolution of film, television, radio, iTunes, even YouTube. The web is becoming a metropolis bustling with thousands of individuals uploading original (and very unoriginal) content. Is this the future way of scouting talent? If so, maybe I should post new music there before releasing an EP on iTunes. But here I am following the trend. I’m not sure it’s worth it, as music is powerful, but nothing I sing isn’t something Michael Jackson or Eva Cassidy already sang much more beautifully. I can write music, I can write lyrics, and I can even dance when I perform. But, so can other people. Do I throw myself into the mix of talent and wait for a break, or do I leave a little extra space for the truly equipped artist to make it? Or am I the truly equipped artist? Is “making it” the main point, anyhow?
#2. Education.
I could quit studying to pursue acting full-time, but man! That’d leave such a gaping hole in my understanding of the world and people. Education, whether through books, experience, tradition, or counsel, builds me up and open my eyes to doors I didn’t know existed. I want to be well-rounded and responsible. So, in five years, what do I want to learn? I definitely want to finish up my general education, as I love having an overview of a variety of topics. Yet, I want to emphasize my studies in Neurology and see if that carries me anywhere. In five years, I might be in a science lab. Not on a stage. For now, that means placing constraints on my time and STAYING IN SCHOOL! I’ve said it before: school is a privilege! Even if it’s a social nightmare, education in itself is vital and wonderful.
#3. Family.
A family of my own? Odd. I wasn’t the girl who dreamt of motherhood and happily ever after. I started working at six and nearly married my job. But alas! I have come to recognize and appreciate my human need for connection. So, if marrying and having children is a possibility in my future, what constraints are in my control to set me up for “success”? I believe dealing with past hurts and facing habits/patterns now can help me heal and stabilize so that I do not project my own insecurities and struggles onto someone else (or wound them as deeply, maybe). I believe self-acceptance, embracing all of me (even the areas I find hard to love) will form an attractive balance of self-improvement and forbearance. I can observe healthy couples who communicate and regard the other above themselves to see what kind of foundation I want to build my relationship on (service and daily gratitude are important). Mainly, I can become as whole and complete as possible so that I am not looking for an imperfect man to complete me (dependence). Yet, I can learn to give and receive love vulnerably so that I am not isolated (independence). What I want/need is interdependence, of course.
All that to say, where will I be in five years? I don’t know. But this gives me a starting point. What I know about myself is that I want to pioneer new ground to create progress for the world. I don’t want to only walk ground that has already been covered. I also want to love people in the most basic sense: pouring life, setting aside judgment, sharing wisdom and hope and inspiration… Because I can’t take anything material to the grave with me. However, the memories and love that I share with people will be treasures that stretch beyond time.
What is your five-year plan? What are some constraints worth keeping now in order to find greater liberation later? Why?
This past week Alyson and the cast of Phineas & Ferb were in Chicago to promote Phineas & Ferb. I added 18 new medium quality photos from yesterday where the cast showed the Platy-Bus preview! Alyson’s outfit looks gorgeous! I’ve also added a video of Alyson and Vincent getting interviewed! Credit to: Chicagoparent
Today Alyson and the cast of Phineas & Ferb were in Chicago to promote Phineas & Ferb. They visited Akoo Studios for an interview. I added to the gallery 6 photos. Alyson looks so pretty! Check them out below (:
Hey guys! I added to the gallery 1 new still photo of Alyson from her upcoming movie “The A-List“. I’ve also added to the gallery 3 high qualityBehind The Scenes photos of Alyson from the set! I absolutely love “Lacey’s” style. I can’t wait for the movie to be out! Check them out below (:
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Couldn’t attend Comic Con yesterday? Guess what! A fan of Phineas & Ferb attended and recorded the whole panel! How awesome is that? Huge credit to the user: Stitchkingdomsite! Check out the full coverage below of Alyson and the cast of Phineas & Ferb at Comic Con!
Alyson and the cast of Phineas and Ferb attended the Comic-Con International in San Diego, California. I’ve added to the gallery medium and high quality photos. Be sure to check them out below. Alyson looks stunning!
Hey Stoner Family! On August 11th, Alyson will be celebrating her 19th birthday! I’m so excited to share that Alyson-Stoner.us is holding its 1st Birthday Project! I’ve done other projects in the past for Alyson but this is the first time I will be doing a birthday project! I would love if you all can be apart of it to help show our love and support for Alyson on her birthday.
All you have to do is:
1). Send me your birthday wishes to Alyson so I can include it in the project (Email: alysonsfans@yahoo.com)
2). Make graphics, photos, for Alyson’s Birthday or just any collages of your favorite photos of Alyson!
3). Mention anything else you want to tell Alyson. (Ex: Favorite Song, How she inspires you, or tell her about yourself)
4). Do Alyson’s tweets inspire you or teach you something? Then send me a link to your favorite Tweet/Quote Alyson has posted and I’ll include that as well!
I want to make this project special for Alyson on her birthday with all our Birthday messages, photos, why she inspires us.
Once I receive all your work, I’ll put the project together! I don’t want to fully announce what the project will be in case Alyson is reading this — I want it to be a SURPRISE! If you want to know what it will be, send me an email or private message on Twitter and I’ll tell you… You must keep it a secret
I will start accepting entries for the project on July 1st until July 25th that way I have enough time to complete the finished product!
Once it’s fully completed I’ll post the finished product here on the website so, keep checking back!! (:
Happy Friday! Alyson is currently in Australia to choreograph dances for the Glee Club in Australia! I added 1 photo of Alyson and some fans from today! Check it out below (: Stay tuned for more updates. Don’t forget, on July 20th and 22nd Alyson will be in Texas doing 2 hiphop workshops! Make sure to get your tickets! For more info, click here:
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Comic-Con International 2012 is just a few weeks away! The schedule lineup was released and Alyson and the cast of Phineas & Ferb will be attending! If you live in the San Diego area go get tickets! Read below for more information:
SATURDAY, JULY 14, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. (Room 6A) “Phineas and Ferb”: Creators/executive producers Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh join cast members Vincent Martella (“Phineas”), Alyson Stoner (“Isabella”) and Dee Bradley Baker (“Perry”). The panel will also include an exclusive sneak peek of this summer’s epic two-part cliffhanger episode “Where’s Perry?” Special guest moderator to be announced at Comic-Con.
*No other information has been released yet, so stay tuned on more info from the event and how to get tickets*
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