Fright to Spotlight I Story By Eesha, 15, Goa
A powerful story by Eesha Kamat that inspires people to face their fears bravely, no matter how horrible they might seem. Every bad ending has a good start!
Fright to Spotlight
Once upon a time, in a bustling town filled with friendly faces and exciting adventures, there lived a little girl named Lily. Lily was a curious soul, always eager to learn new things and explore the world around her.
Lily was as curious as a cat and as brave as a lion, but she had one fear that made her knees shake and her heart race – speaking on stage!
Despite loving to speak and talk to people, Lily feared the thought of standing in front of a crowd. It made her heart flutter with nervousness. Lily’s parents were aware of this, they still encouraged her to chase her dreams and conquer her fears.
With sweaty palms and a quivering voice, Lily reluctantly stepped onto the stage for her first speech competition. But as she opened her mouth to speak, she fumbled with her words and felt like she was lost in a sea of faces.
When the competition ended, Lily’s heart sank as she hadn’t won, despite all her efforts. Tears welled up in her eyes as she made her way home, feeling defeated and discouraged.
But just as Lily was about to give up, her little brother, who she least expected to understand her, came to her side. With a gentle smile, he wiped away her tears and said, “Don’t worry, Lily. Your time will come.”
Those simple words were like a ray of sunshine breaking through the clouds of Lily’s despair. With a newfound determination burning in her heart, Lily hugged her brother tightly, feeling encouraged and uplifted.
Ever since then, Lily was determined to overcome her fears. With the loving support from her family, she practiced day and night. Yes, she would stumble and fumble. But with each stumble, she became better and better.
After months of hard work and perseverance, Lily returned to the stage with fire in her heart and a sparkle in her eye. Her hardwork and determination paid off. She spoke at more competitions, practiced tirelessly, and faced her fears head-on. And eventually, she began to speak on stage with confidence and grace.
To her amazement, one day, Lily won the award for the best speaker in the entire school! The crowd erupted into cheers, and Lily felt like she was on top of the world, with her little brother cheering the loudest.
And so, to all those who have ever felt defeated and discouraged, remember the tale of Lily, the brave girl who conquered her fears and found her voice on stage. Just like Lily, you too can overcome any obstacle with determination and the support of those who believe in you!
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