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7 Lessons I Learned From 7 Disney Princesses

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Taylor Nichole

Jul 03, 2019

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Disney's iconic princesses have become a childhood staple for kids across the world. As children, we love hearing the stories of happily ever after and hoping one day we can have that, too. It is seldom that we look beyond this to see what other lessons lie within these stories of adventure and make-believe.

1. Rapunzel

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As a baby, Rapunzel was locked in a tower and kept away from the outside world. While she had never been able to leave her tower before, Rapunzel dreamed for the day that she could finally adventure beyond the walls that confined her. What I love about Rapunzel's story is that she was curious and adventurous. She never gave up on her dream and actively pursued it, even after being told "no" by those around her. Then once she finally saw that her dream came true, she did not stop —she just found a new dream.

2. Tiana

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Much like Rapunzel, Tiana had dreams of her own. Tiana's lifelong dream was to open her own restaurant. Although it was not always easy, Tiana was determined to make this dream a reality. By doing this, she taught us what you can accomplish with determination and hard work.

3. Anna

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At the start of "Frozen," Anna is desperate for love. So much so that she turns to almost marrying a man she just met. In the end, she learned there is no greater love than that of sisterhood. After all, sisters before misters.

4. Elsa

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For most of her life, Elsa was led to believe that she needed to fear her powers. As we learned in "Frozen," her powers were nothing to fear. Elsa just had to learn to control her fear and embrace the very thing that made her different.

5. Jasmine

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There is a lot to learn from Princess Jasmine, but I find the greatest lesson to be her lack of conformity. As we see at the beginning of "Aladdin," Jasmine is a strong-willed princess who knows what she wants and deserves. She holds on to these beliefs, even if it makes her different those around her.

6. Cinderella

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There is often a lot of debate on the message "Cinderella" sends to young girls. While most people argue that it is teaching unrealistic expectations and dependency, they often overlook the true underlying themes of the movie. Throughout the movie, Cinderella was looked down upon by her stepmother and sisters —they saw her as nothing more than a servant. Cinderella did not let this affect her and she continued to treat everyone with kindness. This is a lesson that we all could use today.

7. Mulan

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Mulan is not your typical Disney princess. After the Chinese emperor orders one male from each family to join the Chinese Army, Mulan decides to secretly take her elderly father's place. By doing this, not only did Mulan display selflessness but, she also showed us that you do not need to follow the path that is set in front of you. It is okay to break boundaries and create your own path.

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7 Lessons I Learned From 7 Disney Princesses

Bibbidi bobbidi boo lessons from Disney princesses to you.

1. Rapunzel

2. Tiana

3. Anna

4. Elsa

5. Jasmine

6. Cinderella

7. Mulan

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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