Encanto Fan art

The animated film Encanto, from Disney Animation Studios, was about "No Families Are Perfect" but how families can flourish when they seek understanding and compassion!

Mirabel's journey of self-discovery culminates in a gratifying ending that sheds light on the struggles with vulnerability, self-acceptance, and embracing imperfections. 

Despite feeling low on confidence, her mother reassures Mirabel that she is special in her ways and does not need to exert herself overly just to prove herself to others. Mirabel may not possess a gift as her relatives do, but it is no reason for her to be rejected.

Every child is special, regardless of how good they are at something or how bad they are at something. As long as they love their family, nothing else matters. Perfection is not sustainable and your skills are not tied to their worth.

As Mirabel says - "Gift Or No Gift, I Am Just As Special As The Rest Of My Family." The Miracle Is Not Some Magic That You've Got – The Miracle Is You!

Posted on Mar 1, 2022

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