In the sprawling theater of life, most of us are actors on a stage, reciting lines handed to us by past generations. These aren’t just words, but emotions, reactions, and beliefs, painted in broad strokes of ‘acceptable norms’ and ‘traditions’. But, have you ever stopped to ponder – who wrote the script? And why are we so hesitant to change the narrative?

Our lives are often drenched in colors, but how many of those hues do we actually choose? From the crimson rage of anger to the cerulean waves of sadness, many shades of our emotions are dictated by society’s vast palette. We’re taught how to love, who to hate, when to smile, and what should bring tears to our eyes. In many ways, we’re artists painting our canvas with borrowed colors.

One of the most vivid illustrations of societal scripting is our perception of wealth. What does it mean to be rich or poor? Is wealth the shimmer of gold and the glitter of diamonds? Or is it the richness of experiences, the wealth of knowledge, or the treasury of memories? Society often equates wealth with material possession, but isn’t it time we question and redefine these measures?

Much of our world is a matter of perspective. A glass can be half full or half empty, based on how you view it. Similarly, our judgments, from what we cheer to what we condemn, often hinge on angles instilled in us. When we dare to tilt our head, look from a new angle, or even turn the picture upside down, we begin to see previously hidden patterns and hues.

While societal cues and scripts have their place, offering a foundation and structure, the most harmonious melodies are those that resonate with our own soul. It’s essential to be an active participant in our life’s symphony. By questioning, by daring to be curious, we can compose a tune that’s uniquely ours.

Dance, then, to your own rhythms. Paint your canvas with shades that speak to you. Question, challenge, redefine. Because in this grand theater, while some scripts are handed down, the most memorable performances are those where the actor becomes the playwright.