Why stories matter to me
Stories We See and Feel
Stories are how we make sense of being human.
They give shape to feelings we don’t always have language for — love, longing, stillness, hope — and allow us to see ourselves more clearly. Whether through film, music or writing, I’m drawn to stories that reveal something true and lasting.
Some stories stay with me because of how they make me feel.
La La Land is the closest I’ve seen to what falling in love actually feels like — the rhythm of it, the uncertainty and the way it builds and unravels at the same time. Its cinematography feels intentional and dreamlike, but grounded in something real. The dialogue trusts the silence, the glances and the in-between moments. It understands that love isn’t always about staying. It’s about impact.
Snack Shack captures friendship in a way that feels equally honest. There’s a looseness to it and a naturalness that mirrors how friendships actually grow — through humor, shared time and the unspoken understanding between people. It reminds me that some of the most important relationships in our lives are the ones that don’t ask for attention, but shape who we become.
And then there’s Interstellar — a story about perseverance when everything feels uncertain. It’s about choosing what matters most, even when the cost is high. It reflects a kind of endurance that isn’t loud or dramatic, but deeply human — the willingness to keep going, even when there’s no guarantee of the outcome.
Where Emotion Finds Its Voice
Music carries these same emotions, just in a different form.
“Shade of Yellow” by Griff feels like comfort — the kind that exists in a relationship where nothing needs to be forced or explained. It’s soft, steady and reassuring. The kind of feeling you don’t question.
“PILLOWTALK” by ZAYN moves in the opposite direction — more experimental and textured. I’m drawn to its sound design, the way it creates atmosphere as much as emotion. It feels immersive, like stepping into a mood rather than just listening to a song.
And “Payphone” by Maroon 5 captures longing in its purest form — the ache of something that didn’t last, but still lingers. It’s direct, but it resonates because it’s honest. Everyone understands that feeling in some way.
These stories matter to me because they reflect something I recognize, even if I can’t always explain it.
They remind me to pay attention. To people, to moments, to the details that often go unnoticed.
Because in the end, stories don’t just help us understand the world — they help us understand ourselves, and our place within it.
My Story