100 Monologues is a project where I’m writing monologue scripts, performing, and filming the pieces. Since I’m beginning to dabble in acting, the project is meant as a means for me to acquire more acting experience where I can work on refining my craft. You can find out more about the project here.

Below is the script from the “Content” monologue. If you’re a student who would like to perform this monologue for class, just make sure you credit me, Maggie Coyle, as the author. For any other use of the script, please contact me.

100 Monologues: #31 Content

Growing up, I had all sorts of teenage angst. I was constantly heartbroken, and constantly writing bad poetry about how heartbroken and depressed I was. And now as an adult, I can say I’m finally content. I’m happy and in love. It’s not the ridiculous kind of passionate type of love you see in the movies – where everything is extreme and every emotion is exaggerated. I’m happy in the real world sense of the word. I’m content to be with someone who is there for me and loves me despite my flaws. We have seen the beautiful and the ugly in each other, and we’re still convinced we made the right decision being devoted to one another. To me, that is real love…true love. And it makes living easier. Everything is easier when you know there’s someone by your side—ready to catch you when you fall and applaud you when you reach great new heights.