1. "Remember, you're the one who can fill the world with sunshine." - Snow White (Snow White and the Seven Dwarves)

Snow White reminds each of us has potential to make the world a better and brighter place.

2. "Think happy thoughts." - Peter Pan (Peter Pan)

"And you'll fly," quoted in Peter Pan. Our mentality directly affects how we react to situations. Happier thoughts create happier days!

3. "Believe you can, then you will." - Mulan (The Princess Stories)

Continuing to inspire kids everywhere, Mulan also encourages the people of world to be confident in themselves. Belief is the key to achieving!

4. "You're only a fool if you give up." - Jafar (Aladdin)

No matter how dumb we may feel or how far-fetched our dreams may seem, there is no such thing as an unreachable dream. With goals in academics, athletics, relationships, etc., giving up is the only guarantee for failure.

5. "Today is a good day to try." - Quasimodo (The Hunchback of Notre Dame)

Everyday is a new opportunity to try something you are unsure if you are able to do. Everyday is a new opportunity to progress in something. This year, make it a priority to get better each day, whether it be in sports, education, or in the workplace. Today is a good day to try!

6. "If you cannot say something nice, don't say nothing at all." - Thumper (Bambi)

This age-old saying proves true time and time again. People are more enjoyable when their words are uplifting and encouraging, no one wants to be around a negative nancy!!!

7. "Oh yes, the past can hurt. But the way I see it, you can either run from it or learn from it." - Rafiki (The Lion King)

Ah, the wise words of Rafiki. This year, we are not letting the upsets and letdowns from 2018 affect our attitudes towards the future. We are learning from the past!

8. "The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all." - The Emperor (Mulan)

2019 will bring some trouble, but our goal this year is to take that trouble and create something positive out of it. Trials give us opportunities to learn, grow, and progress. Be thankful for the trials and use them to create a triumph.

9. "Venture outside your comfort zone. The rewards are worth it." - Rapunzel (Tangled)

Besides having the locks of a goddess, Rapunzel seems to be aware of the advantages of adventure. We are able to discover and learn so much more about ourselves and the world when we tear down our protective walls and explore the diversity around us.

10. "The only predictable thing about life is it's unpredictability." - Remy (Ratatouille) 

Like Rafiki and the Emperor's words, adversity is the primary cause of progress. As 2019 throws curveballs, learn how to hit it. Make the best of everything around you and let it motivate you to encourage others as well.

11. "You're braver than you believe, smarter than you seem, and stronger than you think." - Christopher Robin (Winnie the Pooh)

Along with being a year of self-improvement, 2019 is going to be a year of self love! You are incredible and the future ahead is bright, just if you believe it.

12. "Don't just fly, soar." - Dumbo (Dumbo)

Shoot for the stars!

13. "All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them." - Walt Disney