Bravery does not mean to be fearless, but having the power to face your fears

   When it comes to heart-warming family movies, Disney is considered one of the best. Since 1923, Disney has changed the world with charismatic characters and exciting stories. The 2012 movie “Brave” is no exception. This story speaks of the importance of family and that no matter what happens in life, family will always be there for you.

   The plot of this story is similar to many other Disney films. It starts with the hero or heroine amidst a struggle, whether it is the need for adventure, parental acceptance or a sense of one’s own identity. This individual then has to embark and a journey. This being a physical journey over great distances, or a spiritual journey trying to find ones identity, or both. . “Brave” is about a young Scottish princess named Merida in the time of Vikings. All of the Viking tribes wish for their heirs to marry Merida, but she only wishes for freedom. This causes a struggle between her family’s views and hers, and leads to Merida consulting to a witch for help. The witch offers her a solution, but this only gives rise to even more problems that will end up tearing her family apart forever. She must then go on a spiritual and a physical journey in order to save her family. 

   Although the main message of the movie is about family values, there are also other messages this movie tries to tell its viewers. The first is to not let society decide what you should do or who you should be. Merida is tired of her family traditions, and does not wish to follow the guidelines set by her parents. She is a strong independent female and only wishes to live happily and free. The second message in this story is the same in many of other Disney movies but is more powerful in this movie. This message is to tell viewers to be brave and to stand up for their beliefs, and have the strength to follow their dreams. 

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Music, not as bad as everyone says

Multiple cases relating to violence and acts of self-induced harm have been blamed on artists and their music styles such as rap and metal. Many people believe that the reason why teenagers today act so anti-social is due to the negative messages delivered in popular music. I strongly believe that is not the case. I thoroughly enjoy listening to both hip hop and metal, and although their lyrics may be degrading or even on the side of devil worship, it does not give me the sudden urge to go commit acts of violence or theft. 

In my essay, I will discuss cases where people were injured or other immoral acts occurred, and the primary blame was placed on music artists and their rebellious and dangerous music. It is almost comical how people can believe that if someone is raised perfectly in a loving household who has many friends and has no problems in the world could listen to a certain song and decide to become a murderer. Music can not be considered the cause of every sinful act. 

It is obvious not everyone shares my interest in music as well as my point of view on this subject, but labelling people based on their tastes in anything is not acceptable in my opinion. We as human beings can not confirm a persons personality just because they prefer to listen to Dr. Dre or Black Sabbath. The same reason for believing that someone wearing Goth attire and eye-liner is considered to be a worshipper of Satan. Ultimately, this essay is to inform people not to judge others who don't share similar interests.

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