Disney movies are meant to teach children lessons, but those lessons aren’t always applicable to real life. While we love re-watching these classic films, now that we’re older we recognize that a lot of the logic is flawed. Can you say unrealistic expectations?
We’ve listed 10 of the biggest lies Disney has told, along with the more accurate truths behind them.
Lie #1: Any problem can be solved in the span of a 3-minute song.
Reality: It usually takes a bit more time—and work—than that.
Lie #2: Bad people always look like villains.
Reality: You should never judge a book by its cover.
Lie #3: Women need a man to save them.
Reality: Women are their own heroes.
Lie #4: It’s easy to find a pair of shoes that fit.
Reality: You’ll try on 5 pairs of heels and still won’t be able to walk in them.
Lie #5: Putting on makeup is a breeze.
Reality: Not so much.
Lie #6: There will always be a few animal friends around to help you.
Reality: Sadly, animals can’t talk. They can cuddle, though!
Lie #7: Women should have tiny waists and small appetites.
Reality: Girls love food, and that’s ok.
Lie #8: Your first kiss is guaranteed to be magical.
Reality: First kisses are usually really awkward.
Lie #9: Unconventional families consist of evil stepmothers and/or stepsisters.
Reality: Family is family, no matter who it’s made up of.
Lie #10: Growing up is always a bad thing.
Reality: You can still be a kid at heart.