Cinderella: The Risk of Being Who You Really Are

Recently I turned twenty-seven years old, and my mom took me out to see the movie "Cinderella" on my birthday.  It was part of the day of festivities of my special day that I spent with my parents, the two people who have truly taught me to be myself and to never let obstacles come in my way. 

Cinderella is my mom’s and my favorite Disney movie of all times.  There is something about this story of such an ordinary girl having her dreams come true in such a big way, that is inspiring and encouraging.  The idea of that chase for what we believe in and achieving our dreams is so very exciting.  I am such a sucker for “chick-flicks,” but this one seems extra special for some reason.

So as my mom picked me up on my birthdays morning, she unveiled that we were going to see Cinderella.  I was beyond excited as I looked forward to seeing this animated fairy tale “come to life” on the big screen.  I will add that I shed a few tears throughout the movie, but I was left with two very powerful statements that have stuck with me for over a month now.  




“Have courage and be kind.”

We will have many trials in our lives, but we must continue to trust in our Lord and have courage.  We must also continue to be kind to others so that we can be the light of Christ.





“Perhaps the greatest risk we will take – to be seen for who we really are.”

This quote has really stuck with me, because it is so very true.  I have always been taught to be myself.  This advice has always blessed me throughout my life, even with things like job interviews.  I think this was the best interview advice I ever received, to simply be yourself.  But more importantly, God made each of us very uniquely.  He did this so we could bless others with our unique gifts.  That is what makes me think of Matthew 5:13 when I reflect upon this quote.  He gave each of us a unique flavor to allow us to be a light to others.  Don’t lose your saltiness, because then you take the risk of not being you!

So take this as an encouragement that it is not always easy to be yourself in all situations, but we are called to be ourselves and to be different. 


Cinderella was very different, and she was loved for who she simply was, and God feels the exact same way about us.  He wants us to be simply who we really are called to be.  In today’s world, we are constantly told to try to be like someone else, but we must stay true to ourselves.

Dove Love,
Sarah Young
2014-2015 Head Mentor
Sigma Alpha Omega National Board of Trustees

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