Christy Walton shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Hi Christy, thank you for taking the time to reflect back on your journey with us. I think our readers are in for a real treat. There is so much we can all learn from each other and so thank you again for opening up with us. Let’s get into it: What are you most proud of building — that nobody sees?
It’s a funny thing — we’re often our own worst critics, and it can be hard to recognize how far we’ve come or what we’ve built. For a long time, I struggled to name what I was most proud of, but now I can confidently say I’m proud of my determination, my pure intentions, and my courage. I’m proud of the character I’ve built over time, and of the events I’ve organized and led that truly impacted my community — from free dental days, beach clean ups, to Princess Parties that helped young girls feel beautiful inside and out. No matter what life throws at me, I find the strength to get back up, to look for the good, and to create spaces where others can find joy, healing, and connection.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m a woman who loves to travel, seek out adventure, and take on daunting challenges — but I equally cherish quiet moments spent reading, painting, and being with family. Professionally, I wear many hats. I’m currently working abroad in Austria as a sales coordinator, while also being signed with a modeling and acting agency here in Europe. Over the past year, I also served as Miss Florida UNM and traveled to Peru on a medical missions trip.
One of my greatest passions is encouraging young people and helping equip them with the knowledge and tools they need to reach their goals. That passion inspired me to start a mentorship program, and watching the growth that has come from it has been incredibly rewarding.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
I was homeschooled for most of my childhood, which allowed me to grow up freely and authentically myself. I was encouraged to believe I was capable, and I grew up anchored in Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” That foundation shaped a confidence in walking with purpose, working hard, and trusting that if something is meant for me, even the wildest goal can become reality.
Of course, there have been moments of discouragement — people who doubted me or failures that made me question everything. The world shouts a million expectations about who you should be, what you should do, and when you should accomplish it. Honestly? Excuse my language, but F that.
As a young girl, I loved animals, feeling free yet safe, giving gifts that made people smile, being active, reading, traveling with my family, everything princess-related, and, most of all, Jesus. As a young woman, I still carry the heart of that little girl — but now I’ve grown, learned, and begun turning those dreams into reality. And I’m still growing.
Today, I’ve studied abroad in Italy on a scholarship, I’ve traveled extensively, paraglided in Switzerland, and solo hiked mountains in Austria. I was crowned Miss Florida UNM, I have a dog I adore, I write letters to God every day, and I still love giving gifts that brighten someone else’s world.
No matter how loud or demanding the world’s voice becomes in trying to tell me who I should be, I choose to remember that I am not defined by titles, labels, or expectations. I get to create the life I want, step into what aligns with my purpose, and walk away from anything that doesn’t.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Pain and suffering aren’t exactly things anyone wants to sign up for. Yet life isn’t always kind, people aren’t always kind, and circumstances don’t always unfold the way we planned. Still, every painful experience has come with a lesson. For me, it’s important to fully feel and process the emotions — and then walk right through them. I’ve learned to look at the facts of what happened instead of getting stuck in the emotions alone.
Through some of my hardest moments, I discovered who truly shows up — the people who love me unconditionally and stand by me no matter what. I learned that it’s far better to face suffering with a supportive community than to push everyone away and struggle in silence.
Please trust me on this: I know vulnerability is hard, especially when you’re hurting. But some people genuinely want to be there for you. Let them. My relationships became so much stronger when I finally allowed myself to lean on others.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Is the public version of you the real you?
One hundred percent — you get the same Christy wherever you see me. I don’t edit my pictures (unless it’s a professional modeling campaign the photographer edits), and I’m not out here trying to fake anything. I may not share every detail of my life online, but I will always show up with authenticity.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. When do you feel most at peace?
Swimming in the ocean, drinking a cup of coffee on the mountain, hiking, or being with my whole family.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christywalton__?igsh=MjF1MjM0dXd1azQ%3D&utm_source=qr
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com
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