Both girls dream of love because they are denied it at home. Neither girl makes an effort at first to achieve this dream, but they don’t just sit and wait either. Their reduced status as servants doesn’t allow them! Instead they sing to make the work a more pleasant task and dream to escape mentally.

Snow White differs from Cinderella by being thrown out into a new life. The fact that Snow White doesn’t dream of the prince anymore confirms that what she actually wanted was a life with people who love her.

We could say that Snow White’s prince shows up only when she needs saving, but he didn’t appear when the huntsman had intended to kill her. The prince saves her by waking her up from cursed sleep.  Unfortunately, the story ends before Snow White can choose to be a different kind of queen from her stepmother.

Cinderella, on the other hand, has a second dream. She wants to attend the royal ball, which is open to all young women including those in Cinderella’s lowered status. So she dreams for this moment of being equal to every other girl including her stepsisters.

For this dream, Cinderella makes great effort with help from her mice friends. Cinderella’s stepfamily is the obstacle for both dreams. After she proves she has time for the ball, they lower her self-esteem too. Thankfully, the fairy godmother appears as an alternative maternal support by equipping her with not only fashion and transportation, but encouragement too. The positive support empowers Cinderella to achieve both of her dreams.

Before Snow White and Cinderella achieve their dreams of romantic love, they both find comfort from friends. Love from friends is shown as essential too then. Why are none of the friends their peers though?

Of the two Disney princesses, Cinderella is the stronger heroine because of her efforts, especially because they were during the hard times. Her attempts lead her to find positive support and more enduring strength. Snow White only stayed positive. But both girls need to be remembered as more than princesses finding a happy ending with a prince.

Despite newer Disney princess movies, little girls still dress up as the classic characters. One reason they are iconic is because they all come from an existing story. Some children think Walt Disney invented fairy tales. What kind of heroines did his vision create?

Each teenage heroine has a dream so strong that they even sing about it! Cinderella’s song “A Dream Is a Wish” sounds like a Disney princess needs a dream to carry on:

A dream is a wish your heart makes
When you’re fast asleep
In dreams you lose your heartaches
Whatever you wish for, you keep
Have faith in your dreams and someday
Your rainbow will come smiling thru
No matter how your heart is grieving
If you keep on believing
the dream that you wish will come true

 

 Let’s compare their parents’ plans and the Disney princesses’ dreams.

The classic Disney princesses want love or a new life.

Of course Snow White and Cinderella want a new life with people who love them. Despite their lowered status, they keep positive and sing to turn work into a pleasant task. Aurora doesn’t know her true identity, but she has no complaints. She just seeks romantic love.

Ariel is one of many daughters, but she gets more of their father’s attention.  Ariel also does what Jasmine wants to do: explore outside home and abandon duties. Nothing under the sea would satisfy Ariel probably because all of it is still her father’s. The duty Jasmine dreads most is marrying a man she doesn’t like for the sake of the kingdom.

And finally Belle enjoys her home with her father, the inventor, but nothing extraordinary happens outside the house. Belle wants life to be less predictable.

Walt Disney’s vision created heroines who want more than their homes provide. Children may get the wrong idea. Because the classic Disney princesses look like they escape home, children may falsely think chores and rules are neglect. The classic Disney princess movies don’t show how parents teach their children to rely on themselves and be reliable so they can make their place in society.

Another reason why Disney princesses stay popular is because they are success stories. Ariel, Belle, and Jasmine thirst for more in life before dreaming of love, but romantic love is still shown as the path to a girl’s dreams and happiness. A love story should not be the only success story for girls.

In the next blog we will look closer at how these classic Disney Princesses try to achieve their dreams and overcome obstacles. What are your impressions of the classic ones?

Cindy and Lou Campbell created The Ty Louis Campbell (TLC) Foundation in honor of their son Ty “SuperTy” who passed away from cancer at the age of 5. The foundation’s purpose is to create awareness and fundraising for pediatric cancer. The goal is to find more tolerable treatment and cures for children with cancer so they can experience more pleasures of childhood.

Children cancer research shows that pediatric cancer is the top fatal disease for children. In the US, 7 children with cancer die everyday. Survivors live with physical and cognitive disabilities from effects of cancer treatments at such a young age.

TLC Foundation is run by volunteers and minimal administration costs are covered by merchandise profits such as the SuperTy shirts. Therefore, 100% of donations is applied to advancing research and medicine.

Cindy will partner with BYOU Signature Series to select apparel designs to create awareness and fundraising for pediatric cancer. $7 for every purchase will go to cause of TLC Foundation.

BYOU Signature Series will be partnering up with Cindy Louis Campbell, the mom of a super boy named SuperTy.

Last fall, Ty Louis Campbell passed away from cancer at the age of 5.  The world learned of and loved SuperTy from his mother’s blog. Followers express gratitude and amazement to Cindy for sharing the family’s hardships and joys.

Cindy and her husband Lou filled Ty’s days with new delightful experiences of the senses. Because Ty’s favorite activity was splashing in muddy puddles when he had the strength, Cindy and Lou created The Muddy Puddles Project.  Parents are encouraged to let their children create the memory of messy harmless fun to help ease current and future troubles.

In addition, Cindy and Lou created The Ty Louis Campbell (TLC) Foundation to create awareness and fund more tolerable treatment for children with cancer.

Through BYOU Signature Series, Cindy will select apparel designs for these goals. For every purchase, $7 will go toward pediatric cancer.

Autism can be explained by the concept that individuals who are autistic see and react to the world differently. What some people perceive may be different from those who without autism. Signals and signs can become confusing and cause dishevelment. Some people with autism find it more complicated to make and maintain friendships throughout their life. Socially interacting with other members of society can be challenging because emotions and feelings on topics can vary, sometimes upsetting one person and causing great discomfort in and around social settings. A good way to explain autism is to imagine sitting in a chair and feeling the coldness to the ninth degree, while having someone blast a fan, turn on a strobe light, pinch you repeatedly and talk in circles; sensory overload is a huge aspect of what individuals who are autistic feel. Many people have a tremendous amount of talent in one specific arena of life, be it knowing all 50 states and each capital, state bird, color and motto, or having the ability to accurately predict what day of the week May 16^th of 2059 will lie on. Although life with autism can be difficult, they just want to maintain a lifestyle as normal and uninterrupted as possible. With that being said, the rest of us need to find innovative ways to understand the facts of autism and remember that everyone is just trying to be happy in life.

Two-time Grammy winner, songwriter, musician, and fashion artist, Lady Gaga is also a philanthropist. Gaga raised over 1 million dollars for Haiti this year, gave VIP concert tickets to people who volunteered at homeless shelters, and along with Cyndi Lauper, she created the VIVA Glam Campaign which raised over 160 million to fights AIDS and HIV.

Lady Gaga also just launched her Born This Way Foundation, which aims to create a safe, accepting community that connects young people and gives them the skills to build a kinder, braver world. Born this Way promotes the idea that everyone has the right to be empowered and to make a difference in the world. In other words, everyone should Be Your Own You!

Sounds like Gaga needs some BYOU accessories immediately!

Kim is portrayed by Olivia Holt

Kim Crawford – Kickin It

Kim is a confident skilled martial artist on the Disney XD show “Kickin’ it”. Kim is often underestimated because she is a girl but, when people see her skills they know not to discredit her. This spunky butt kicker embodies the BYOU message because she isn’t afraid speak her mind and showcase her amazing Martial arts skills.

“Look Jack, every girl likes getting attention from a handsome prince, but I just want you to know that I feel more comfortable around you than I do with anyone else.”      

Shania is portrayed by Bebe Wood

Shania Clemmons- The New Normal

Shania Clememmons is the outspoken 8 year old daughter of Goldie and Granddaughter of Jane in the NBC comedy “The New Normal”. Shania isn’t like a normal child her age, she is a fan of Downton Abbey and Grey Gardens and often pretends to be the characters from the programs.  Shania is very opinionated and not afraid to be herself even if it doesn’t go with the norm. Shania is portrayed by Bebe Wood

“I’ll look back at it later in life and blog about it with bittersweet melancholy”

Tessa is portrayed by Jane Levy

Tessa- Suburgatory

Tessa is the protagonist on the ABC comedy ‘Suburgatory’. Tessa is an quirky independent high school student. She is cynical and sarcastic. Tessa doesn’t conform to fit in to her upper middle class suburban town.  

“They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend but in my case they were wrong. These nerds were.”

Sue is portrayed by Eden Sher

Sue Sue Heck- The Middle

Sue Heck is the socially awkward daughter of Frankie and Mike Heck on the ABC comedy ‘The Middle’. Sue’s optimism and bubbly nature makes her a relatable and loveable character. Sue marches to the beat of a different drum and doesn’t apologize for it. Sue has all the confidence in the world she can quickly turn a negative situation into something positive.

“Sue Heck does not give up”

Jess is portrayed by Zooey Desch 

Jessica Day aka Jess- New Girl

Jess is protagonist on the Fox comedy New Girl. She is a bubbly sometimes awkward woman in her 20’s. Jess lives with three men named Nick, Schmidt, and Winston. Jess proves to be a great and trusting friend to her roommates and best friend Cece. Jess enjoys crafts, sings to herself, and loves writing Nancy Drew fan fiction. Jess’s little quirks make her a joy to watch.

“I like being weird”

]]> http://blog.beyourownyou.com/5-female-tv-characters-live-byou-message/feed 0 http://blog.beyourownyou.com/girls-suck http://blog.beyourownyou.com/girls-suck#comments Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:45:01 +0000 Greg Writer http://blog.beyourownyou.com/?p=828 “Mean Girls” is a term used to describe girls who engage in gossiping, putting others down, and bullying. I’m sure you’ve heard an adult say more than once if someone is being a bully, they are probably insecure or unhappy with themselves. Perhaps, you believed it. Mostly likely, it went in one ear and out the other (I know you’ve heard that phrase too).

But, in this case, these older, wiser adults are correct. Mean Girls are generally unhappy and insecure and are having a difficult time discussing the real problems in their lives. Instead, they take out their anger, sadness, and frustration on other people.

It’s this simple–if you’re happy in life and happy with yourself, you have no need to be angry or mean to others. YOU ARE HAPPY. The root of the mean girl behavior lies in the unhappiness she feels inside for reasons everyone else on the outside may not understand.

So, next time you’re faced with a mean girl, remember this article. Remember there are bigger issues surrounding this person that you are unaware of. Hold your head up high, walk away, and know that you are NOT the one with the problem.

Don’t believe me? Check out the link below:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdpCIUCR8I8&list=PLWBA3K12hVK07TJEf1SHsl-FZfUfM4V2K

Have you ever had an experience with a “mean girl”? Were you a mean girl at some point in your life? Write in and tell us about your story.

Your story could help many others!

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) April 16, 2013

Jen Lilley, actress known for her role as Maxie Jones on ABC’s General Hospital and the newest series regular to join the cast of Days of Our Lives, is launching a BYOU Signature Series clothing and apparel line in honor of Childhelp. Childhelp is one of the largest non-profit agencies dedicated to preventing and treating child abuse and domestic violence. $7.00 of every T-shirt sold will be donated to this worthy charity.

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and on the 17th, Jen Lilley will debut her fashionable and socially conscious Signature Series designs at http://www.BeYourOwnYou.org. Her personally handcrafted designs will bring awareness to the issues of self-esteem in women and girls, while also raising money for the charity Childhelp.

Jen Lilley has partnered with Be Your Own You, a lifestyle apparel brand that builds self-confidence and self-esteem in women and girls through various programs including a magazine, apparel and coaching programs. Jen Lilley’s Signature Series designs will be sold online from April 17-30, and $7.00 of every item sold will be donated to Childhelp. This program spreads awareness about issues of positive self-esteem and self-confidence in women and girls while raising money for non-profit organizations.

About Jen Lilley:

Born in Virginia, Jen started acting in college playing the lead in an indie film called, The Loss of Life. She is best known for her role in General Hospital and in The Artist, winner of five Academy Awards including Best Picture. A talented actress, singer, and comedian, Jen has performed in many improv casts including the Upright Citizens Brigade. She is also active in various charities and garnered the National Educators Award for her work in Guatemala.

About BYOU – Be Your Own You:

Be Your Own You is a lifestyle brand that empowers women and girls through positive messaging, apparel and accessories, educational programs and an editorial magazine. BYOU was formed in partnership with Children’s Edutainment Network and Cymphonique Miller. Today, BYOU is building a brand that will touch the lives of girls and women worldwide. For more information, and to check out the online store visit, http://www.BeYourOwnYou.org

About Childhelp:

For 53 years, Childhelp has brought the light of hope and healing into the lives of countless children. CEO and Co-Founder Sara O’Meara and President and Co-Founder Yvonne Fedderson started Childhelp in 1959, establishing it as a leading national non-profit organization dedicated to helping victims of child abuse and neglect and at-risk children. Childhelp’s approach focuses on advocacy, prevention, treatment and community outreach. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline, 1-800-4-A-CHILD®, operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and receives calls from throughout the United States, Canada, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Guam. Childhelp’s programs and services also include residential treatment services; children’s advocacy centers; therapeutic foster care; group homes and child abuse prevention, education and training. Childhelp also created the Childhelp National Day of Hope®, held each April during National Child Abuse Prevention Month that mobilizes people across America to join the fight against child abuse. For more information about Childhelp, please call 480-922-8212 or visit http://www.childhelp.org.