In a village, wise elder Saro guided a troubled young woman named Lina, who felt powerless in her difficult circumstances. Taking her to a forest, Saro pointed out a strong, twisted tree and a delicate flower thriving in its shade. He explained that, like the tree and flower, people have choices in how they respond to their situations. By recognizing that she could choose her reactions and actions, Lina realized she had more control over her life than she had thought. The story teaches that while we may not control our circumstances, we always have the power to choose our responses and make the most of our situation.