Or is it? Sometimes drama can indeed hit with such a strength and rapidity, one can’t help but wonder whether life is some sort of theatrical play where the line between reality and illusion becomes increasingly blurred. Well, for me this is one of those times when you have to pinch yourself twice in the morning just to realise that, as mad as it looks, I’m not living in the Truman Show!

So what does life actually mean? Many people would describe it as a succession of highs and lows; slowly ascending and rapidly descending, just like on a roller coaster. I, on the other hand, have always thought of it as a series of intertwined circles, and, likewise, I see existence as a perennial circular movement whose trail defines any immanent or transcendental occurrence. Although this pattern may feel repetitive and unpredictable to us, there is always a constant process of growth and development active in the background which leads up to a change when it reaches completion.

Generally, change is not something many people welcome with an open heart and mind, hence the reason why the words change and crisis are frequently (and erroneously!) used as synonyms. Nevertheless, the reason why change sows so much confusion and disarrangement in our lives is purely due to our unawareness. Due to choice or simply to reasons beyond our control

While we often cannot influence the ways in which the change happens, I believe we can decide what we actually want to make of the change itself. The problem with today’s world is that we feel we are always compelled to hold the reins of events; being constantly in control of the situation. Where did this all begin? I won’t dwell on this too much as there would be more than just one answer; however, only recently I have realised how dangerous this habit can be. We build our routine on such solid foundations, it is almost like our life was led by an autopilot. We forget to step back, close our eyes, then open them again to really see how existence is composed by so many elements and factors there are virtually no limits to what we can make of it.

The same theory can be applied to change which is so destabilising as it challenges the very core of our autopilot mode. Change need not to be a daunting experience: it is simply a different perspective, a new filter waking us up from the haze of unawareness to reignite our amazement and wonder towards the world. Lately, for example, I found so enriching and inspiring just observing the way rain drops hit the ground, or observing how clouds make up and dissolve in the sky.

It is in those moment where I step back and let go that I feel, paradoxically, much more in control than when I frantically try to match existence to the ideal I have in my brain.

Once you hold this key, the power is simply immense and the real meaning of creativity is disclosed and understood.