Humans everywhere should be able to make their own decisions, based on what they feel is right. Making your own decisions defines your character, and ensures success in future careers. Children nowadays need to be able to make their own choices, and learn from their mistakes. For example, in the story The Moth Presents: Aleeza Kazmi, Aleeza made the choice to color her self portrait peach, instead of her “color.” This proves that Aleeza was making her own choice to what her self-perception was, and not what others thought of her. This also shows that she had the bravery and courage to portray what she believed was right. Some might say that she didn’t know what she was doing, so therefore was not taking a stand, but even if you don’t