Growing up, I watched Disney princess movies non-stop. I played with their Barbie dolls, I wore clothes embezzled with their faces, and I sang their songs every minute of the day. Little did I know that these princesses would teach me the words of wisdom that I live by to this day. Whenever I have a problem, I remember these women: Aurora, Belle, Moana, Mulan, etc. and I remember the valuable lessons that they taught me. Today I will share these lessons with you.
Snow White:
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Belt out the songs in your heart.
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Always be kind, even when people are unkind to you.
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Never stop wishing on a well.
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Just because someone looks different, doesn’t mean they should be treated differently.
Cinderella:
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Work hard, no matter what.
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Believe in magic.
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Make the best out of your situation.
Aurora:
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Simplicity is bliss.
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True love requires patience.
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Care for the animals.
Ariel:
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Follow your dreams, even if they seem impossible.
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Friendship is priceless.
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Your voice is your most valuable tool.
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Sometimes sacrifice is necessary to get what you want.
Belle:
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Always strive for an education.
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Put others’ needs before your own.
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Don’t settle.
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Open your heart to those around you.
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Cherish your family.
Jasmine:
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Know your worth.
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Be yourself.
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Know that you are beautiful, inside and out.
Pocahontas:
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Respect nature.
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Be wise in your decision-making.
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Lead those around you.
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Don’t be afraid to take risks in order to do what is right.
Mulan:
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Your outward features do not define you.
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Do not feel like you have to abide by gender roles.
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Fight for worthy causes.
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You can anything you set your mind to.
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Men are not better than you, you are equal.
Tiana:
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Humility is an essential virtue.
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Nothing is going to get handed to you, you have to work for it.
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Material possessions do not matter.
Rapunzel:
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Look for the light in every person.
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Never give up.
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Don’t take things for granted.
Merida:
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You don’t a man to be happy.
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Love your mother, she is the one who loves you most.
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You control your own destiny.
Elsa and Anna:
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The power of sisterhood is unparalleled.
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It’s okay to ask for help.
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Always have a positive attitude.
Moana:
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Respect those who are wiser than yourself.
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Believe in your own capabilities.
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Be a role model to everyone around you.
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Serve others in everything you do.
And, finally the lesson all of them have taught me:
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Don’t let anyone treat you less than what you are: a princess.