Growing up, my favorite part of being a kid was anything Disney or Pixar, whether that was watching movies or listening to music. These things were the best parts of my day. Coming home after school with no homework to do, getting a snack, and turning on a princess movie is very nostalgic for me. Once the movie started playing and the Disney intro appeared, I would get chills almost every time. It was a glimpse into the enchanted world I was about to be a part of. Whether that world was in Arendelle, Paris, New Orleans or anywhere in between. Waking up every morning to my Disney music alarm instantly gave me a rush of joy and excitement. The songs from Descendants, Frozen, Princess and the Frog, Little Mermaid, and The Lion King would get me out of bed in a unique way. Â
This same joy that Disney brought me when I was a kid, has stayed with me to this day. Walking to class on a cloudy day prompts princess music to be the theme song. After a tiring day, I find myself turning to the comfort of Ratatouille. When I miss home, The Princess and the Frog reminds me of my mom and the comfort of her embrace.Â
Disney movies have a way of giving me that immediate sense of comfort. These enchanted worlds provide me with such a feeling that everything will be okay. If Remy can survive in a kitchen as a rat being a chef, then I can work hard and study so that I pass all my exams. They provide me with a sense of childhood innocence and make me feel like a little kid again, finding so much joy in how the Disney characters’ lives unfold. Â
So, next time you hear a Disney song or watch a Disney movie, I hope that you are reminded of your childhood and find joy similar to how I find it!Â