Turning pain into positivity

Long ago, in a land of golden sands and towering palaces, there lived a powerful king named Zayyan. He ruled over a vast kingdom that stretched from the mountains in the north to the oceans in the south. Known for his strength and pride, King Zayyan was both feared and respected. But he was also a deeply sensitive man, especially when it came to omens and dreams.

One night, the king had a dream that left him deeply disturbed. In his vision, all of his teeth had fallen out—one by one—until none remained. He awoke in a cold sweat, clutching his jaw, haunted by the image. He couldn’t shake the feeling that the dream carried a message, perhaps a warning from the heavens.

The next morning, the royal court was abuzz. The king had summoned dream interpreters, wise men, astrologers, and spiritual advisors from across the land to help him understand his troubling vision.

The first interpreter was an elderly man known for his honesty and directness. He bowed respectfully before the throne and listened carefully as the king described the dream.

After a moment of reflection, the old man said solemnly, “Your Majesty, this dream means that all of your family—your brothers and sisters—will die before you. You will witness the passing of each of them.”

The king's face darkened. His pride wounded, and his heart filled with dread, he shouted, “How dare you curse my family with such words! Guards, take him away!”

And with a wave of his hand, the man was executed on the spot.

The court fell silent. Fear filled the room like a thick fog. No one dared to speak or even breathe loudly. Who would dare interpret the king’s dream now?

Later that day, a second interpreter came forward—a younger man, humble yet wise, with eyes that sparkled with understanding. He had heard what happened to the previous interpreter but did not tremble as he stood before the king.

With a gentle tone, he began, “My King, your dream carries a message of great fortune. The falling teeth symbolize the passage of time. What the dream shows is that you will live a long life, outliving your siblings. You will be granted the gift of longevity, a life full of wisdom and experience, far longer than those around you.”

The king paused, considering the words. The message was essentially the same—but this time, it felt different. It felt hopeful. Encouraging. Even comforting.

A slow smile spread across his face. “Reward this man with gold and land,” he ordered. “His words are wise and pleasant to the ear.”

As the court exhaled in relief, the king turned to his advisors and said, “Both men told me the same truth, but one chose to speak it in a way that brings despair, and the other in a way that brings peace. From now on, let it be known in my kingdom: the truth must be spoken with wisdom, and words must carry light, not darkness.”

That day, a simple dream turned into a lesson that would echo throughout the ages.

Moral of the Story:

Words have power. The same truth, when wrapped in gentleness and positivity, can build bridges, heal wounds, and inspire hope. But when spoken harshly or carelessly, it can break hearts and provoke destruction.

The story of King Zayyan reminds us that it’s not just what we say—it’s how we say it that makes all the difference.

In life, we face situations where we must speak the truth—even difficult truths. But choosing a positive, respectful, and thoughtful approach can change how that truth is received. It can uplift instead of hurt. Encourage instead of scare. Heal instead of wound.

This simple shift in how we communicate can bring peace to families, unity to communities, and compassion to the world.

So the next time you have something to say, ask yourself:

Can I say this in a kinder way? Can my words carry light instead of shadows?

Because just like in the king’s court, your words may one day decide whether you build bridges—or burn them