This is the start of a 3–5 day series where I’ll break down a major theme from a story that’s stuck with me. Today, I’m kicking things off with The Truman Show. For now, here’s a quick overview—and starting later today I’ll dive into the first part of the breakdown. From the moment he was born, Truman Burbank was the first lifelong movie star. His parents sold him to a corporation that built an artificial world around him—neighbors, friends, coworkers, even his wife—all played by actors on a massive set. For nearly 30 years, every moment of his life was broadcast for the world’s entertainment. The catch? Truman had no idea. To him, everything was real. Until one day, a stage light falls from the “sky.” Suddenly, his perfect little world begins to crack. He starts to notice the patterns, the restrictions, and the fact that he’s never actually been allowed to leave his hometown. In the next post I’ll tackle the first main idea: free will vs control. In the meantime, I’d love to hear from you: Have you seen The Truman Show? If so, what moment or idea from it has stuck with you the most

Most people consume stories for entertainment or escape. We watch, we read, we binge… and then we move on. But stories are in our DNA. They’re lessons, frameworks, and blueprints for life. I’m not here to cover every story ever told—that would be a waste of your time and mine. My promise is simple: I’ll curate, analyze, and break down the most meaningful stories I’ve come across—my interpretations, their messages, and motives—and show how I’ve applied them in my own life. More importantly, I’ll show you how to use them in yours. If you’ve read this far, thank you. I’d love to hear which stories have left a mark on you—drop them in the comments below. —Best always