Once upon a time, in the city of Mumbai, there lived a girl named Priya. She was a teenager, known amongst her friends and family for her laziness.

Priya's favorite spot in the house was her comfy couch, where she could often be found lounging around, doing absolutely nothing.

Priya's parents worried about their daughter's lack of motivation. They tried to encourage her to engage in different activities for her development.

From guitar lessons to painting classes, they arranged for Priya to learn new skills, hoping she would find something she enjoyed. However, Priya was not interested.

If given a choice, Priya would happily trade a full day of activities for an afternoon nap. She enjoyed dreams more than her reality.

Her mother would often chide her, "Priya, my dear, life isn't lived on the couch!" But Priya just smiled, and sank deeper into the cushions.

One day, Priya's parents decided to try a new strategy. They knew she wasn't interested in the activities they suggested, but maybe, Priya needed to find her passion herself.

They presented her with a challenge. She had to engage in at least one productive activity each day for a month. If she did so, they promised an enticing reward.

Priya considered the challenge. The thought of a reward intrigued her. But what productive activity could she possibly do?

The first day, Priya cleared out her often neglected study desk. It wasn't an activity she enjoyed, but it was necessary, and the promise of the reward kept her motivated.

The next few days, she joined her mother in the kitchen, learned a few recipes, and helped around with the chores.

Much to her surprise, she found that she enjoyed cooking. It was relaxing, a creative process, and the outcome was delicious.

She then tried her hand at painting, and found it calming. As she began experimenting with colors, she discovered a newfound love for art.

As the days passed, Priya found herself waiting eagerly for the next day's activity. She had begun to enjoy this newfound productive lifestyle.

Priya's parents noticed a change in their daughter. Their lazy girl was now up and about, trying new things and exploring her interests.

At the end of the month, Priya had learned more than she thought she would. From photography to baking, she had tried it all. She felt proud of her accomplishments.

And so, her parents presented her with her reward - a brand new canvas and a set of paints. They acknowledged her efforts and were proud of her transformation.

Priya looked at her gifts and smiled. The materialistic reward didn't excite her as much as the joy of exploring her passions and being productive did.

From that day on, Priya wasn't the same lazy girl anymore. She had become more active and engaged in her daily life. Her couch was no longer her favorite spot.

She realized that life isn't just about dreaming, but about making those dreams a reality. Life isn't lived on the couch, she thought, echoing her mother's words.

Priya's journey teaches us that life isn't always about doing things that others want us to do. Sometimes, it's about finding our own path and pursuing our interests.

So, don't be like the old Priya, lounging on the couch. Be like the new Priya, ready to try new things and explore life's potential. Be active, be enthusiastic, and make the most of every day!