An original story written by our offline (Jaipur) student Dhairyash Gupta.

Dhairyash is 9 years old. A young sports enthusiast and gold medalist with a creative bend of mind. We are proud to have him as a student of the Personality Development Program using Applied Storytelling, Public Speaking, Theatre, and Creative Writing tools under the mentorship of Facilitator Khusshbo Chokhaani. We congratulate Dhairyash for this exemplary true self-expression.

Aarav The Footballer

Once there was a little young 9-year-old boy named Aarav. He was an honest and hardworking boy. He was active, playful, and smart. He was as fit as a fiddle. He was blessed with medium-sized eyes and long energetic legs. His running speed was as fast as a flash. After all, he was also flexible as he exercised every single day even on a vacation.

Aarav used to live in the neighboring city of the capital of India also known as Gurugram also called Gurgaon. Aarav used to live in a 3-floor modern house. The front yard was covered with flowers emitting a marvelous aroma.

His dream was to be a footballer when he grew up because of the power, wealth, and fame it would give to him. This proves he wanted to be a wealthy man when he grew up.

He asked his father to put him in a football club for two hours per day so that he could start playing football. His father agreed, “OK son. I will search for a football club where you can play for two hours every single day”. Aarav expressed his gratitude, “Thanks Dad you are the best dad in the world”.

Aarav again asked, “By the way when am I going to start my football practice”. His father replied, “Son you will be starting your practice tomorrow which is June 16^th to be exact.” Aarav was on cloud nine and jumped high with exhilaration.

In football practice, he did very well. The coach asked, “How did you play so well?”.  Aarav replied, “Oh it’s just that I practice a lot at home and also I have the passion to be a footballer”. Coach stated, “I see you have a lot of skill in your game so I am sure you will be the future Neymar Junior.” Aarav came there every single day making his game better and better.

One day he accidently bumped into a sharp corner of the wall at home while playing. As soon as he bumped into the corner of the wall he fell and became unconscious.

He woke up in the hospital where he was given a very painful surgery. While surgery was going on his father asked him, “Are you ok?”. Aarav cried, “No Dad it hurts a lot”. When the surgery was over the doctor said, “Don’t send him to football class for a few days”. Aarav was miserable after hearing this. He waited till he became18 years old. He again joined a football academy and worked hard. His hard work earned him a spot at Manchester United Football Club. He became a star and by far the best player.

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An original story written by our offline (Jaipur) student Purvaansh Sharma.

Purvaansh is 10 years old, science enthusiast from Jaipur. A young orator and writer. We are proud to have him as a student of the Personality Development Program using Applied Storytelling, Public Speaking, Theatre, and Creative Writing tools under the mentorship of Facilitator Khusshbo Chokhaani. We congratulate Purvaansh for this exemplary true self-expression.

Age Is Just a Number

In the gorgeous valley of Arunachal Pradesh, lived, there were two young teenage boys named Alex and Amato.

Both of them dreamt of becoming footballers. “We will become the best football players in the world”, they used to say. They often fought about who would be better among them!

“I am going to be the best footballer in the world”, Alex shouted.

“But I am older than you and have a better chance. You can’t argue with that!” Amato would revert.

“But age doesn’t matter! It’s about how good you’re at doing something!”, Alex argued.

“You don’t understand a thing! I’m good, and even better than you could ever be!”, Amato reiterated.

Their mother would often have to come and break them apart. They both aspired to get selected into the U–19 football team of their State and maybe even play for India someday! Since Amato was three years older than Alex, he got a chance for the trials when Alex was in 10th grade. The problem was that Alex would have to wait three whole years as his mother wanted him to focus on his studies.

One day he tried his luck. He mustered up all the courage and asked his mother, “Mom, may  I give the trials with my brother?”. His mother replied, “Alex you know how hard it is, I don’t want you to fail in the selections”. “But Amato has been selected for the next round and I think even I can! Please mom, please!” Alex begged.

“Fine”, said his mother. “But if you fail, you will never ask me permission for trials again.”

“Ok Mom”, Alex rejoiced.

He asked his football coach, to help him in improving his game further, till he reached the level of a professional footballer. He practiced in a disciplined manner, taking care of his diet and spending his waking hours breathing football. His mother did not fail to notice his determination, but also encouraged and motivated him.

Finally came the day of the selection. He felt a little conscious of stepping onto the ground with people who had been practicing for many more years than him. Alex’s thoughts churned, his legs wobbled and his throat went dry several times; but never did he hesitate in striking a goal, or defending it.

The game happened. Crowd cheered. In the end, the results came and he was shocked… he had been made captain of the team. He got his captaincy in an age that shocked everyone including his brother.

He then went to his brother and said, “Do you remember what I told you? Age doesn’t matter. It’s about how good you’re at doing something.”

“I’m sorry my brother, I did not understand your passion, discipline, and hard work for the game”, Amato humbly apologized. His brother accepted his apology, and they soon became one of the best players and brothers the world had ever known. And yes, Amato completed his studies as well.

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