Lessons from the Theatre: The Art of Composedness
Good day, dear reader. I’m Kev, your guide on this journey through life’s lessons. Today, I’d like to share a tale from my past, a memory that taught me the value of composedness. It’s a story that takes place in the hallowed halls of a theatre, amidst the magic of a play.
The Night at the Theatre
Many moons ago, I found myself in the grand auditorium of the Old Vic Theatre in London. The play was King Lear, a Shakespearean tragedy that never fails to grip the heart. The theatre was abuzz with anticipation, the air thick with the scent of old wood and velvet.
The Unexpected Interruption
As the play unfolded, a sudden commotion from the audience interrupted the performance. A gentleman, perhaps a little too indulged in spirits, began to disrupt the show. The actors on stage faltered, the audience shifted uncomfortably, and for a moment, chaos reigned.
The Lesson in Composedness
But amidst this chaos, the actor playing King Lear remained unflustered. He stood there, composed and serene, waiting for the disruption to subside. Once the gentleman was escorted out, he resumed his performance with such grace and poise that the audience was immediately drawn back into the world of the play.
It was a lesson in composedness I’ve never forgotten. Life, like a play, is full of unexpected disruptions. But if we can maintain our composedness, we can navigate these disruptions with grace and continue our performance, no matter what.
Applying Composedness in Life
So, dear reader, the next time you find yourself in a situation that threatens to disrupt your peace, remember the actor playing King Lear. Maintain your composedness, hold your ground, and wait for the chaos to subside. And when it does, resume your life’s performance with grace and poise.
Remember, composedness isn’t about suppressing emotions or ignoring the chaos. It’s about maintaining your inner peace amidst the storm, and finding the strength to continue, no matter what.
And that, dear reader, is the art of composedness.
Until next time, stay composed and carry on.
Kev