I wanted to write a few blogs over the next couple days about going Back to School and give you some helpful tips and encouragement as you begin a new school year. Most of you probably have mixed emotions about going back, so my prayer is that these will take away those worries and make you laugh, relax, and rely on God.
For our first one, I thought it would be good to give you some Back 2 School traits that we can learn from no other than Disney Characters!!! You all know how much I love me some Disney so as soon as I saw these, I just knew I had to share with you!
1. Persistence-Russel, Up
Even though he gets the door slammed in his face over and over again, brave Russell never gives up in his quest to earn his final Wilderness Badge. Sometimes assignments or certain concepts may be hard to grasp, but you should learn from Russell that with some hard work and endurance, it can be done. Don't give up!
2. Good Listening-Wardrobe, Beauty and the Beast
Whenever Belle needed to vent while being imprisoned in Beast's Castle, Wardrobe was there listening patiently. Listening skills are essential for any classroom where you are expected to follow directions and pay attention to the teacher. Remember, that God is always there to listen to you, too!
3. Being Helpful-Fix-It Felix, Wreck it Ralph
"I can fix it!" is Felix's motto and though he gets to use his golden hammer to do it, his enthusiasm for helping others can be contagious. Make sure to look out for others in your school or class that may need some help and show the love of Christ to them by helping!
4. Goal Setting-Tiana, The Princess and the Frog
From a very young age, Tiana always knew she wanted to open her own restaurant, and she made sure that nothing ever held her back from achieving her dreams-even being turned into a frog! It's important for you to learn the value of setting a goal and the persistence and hard work it takes to reach that goal. Before the year starts, make one school goal and one spiritual goal and strive everyday to achieve it!
5. Studiousness-Belle, Beauty and the Beast
Belle loved her books and her books loved her. She always was reading! A model of diligence, Belle and her studious habits would make any parent/teacher proud! Make sure you do take the time to study hard each day! That is what you are there for any way!
6. Responsibility-Simba, The Lion King
Even though he may not always want to, Simba eventually steps up to the plate and bears responsibility for the well-being of his pride and his land. Like Simba, you need to take accountability for your actions and make sure you are responsible this school year!
7. Courtesy-Alice, Alice in Wonderland
Despite the often-bizarre happenings around her, Alice always remained kind and courteous to those around her. You can learn from Alice that sometimes a kind word gets you a lot further than an unpleasant confrontation. Look for ways that you can be kind to others.
8. Teamwork and Participation-Woody and Buzz, Toy Story
These two best friends worked together as a team to rescue their friends in Toy Story 3 and exemplify what it means to come together and cooperate to achieve a common goal. Two are better than One! You and your Christian friends can also work together on your school campus to witness to those that need to hear about Christ!
Hope these traits made you smile, but also reminded you about how you can use these to make this year the best one yet! Check back later to see some more great Back 2 School Tips!
Loving Jesus together,
Morgan
"Clothe yourself with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience." ~Colossians 3:12
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