In a world where elephants fly, toys have heartwarming existential crises, and love can thaw even the frostiest of hearts, you may not think that Disney movie quotes are all that relatable. But if you look close enough, you'll find that these movies are filled with life-changing Disney sayings that are actually much closer to reality than you think.
Whether you're looking for a funny Disney quote, a cute Disney movie quote, or a famous Disney movie quote, there's a good chance there's absolutely something for you in every Disney movie. Even if you're looking to cry tears of joy or just let out some built-up emotions, Disney movie quotes may be exactly what you need to soothe whatever your heart is healing from.
The lessons you pull from these Disney quotes about friendship, love, loyalty, and perseverance can be carried with you throughout your whole life. I mean, there's a reason there's such a thing as a "Disney adult!" And there's nothing wrong with needing a little Disney magic now and then.
Whether you're looking for a new Instagram caption or on the hunt for a brand new life motto, we've gathered some of the funniest, cutest, and best Disney movie quotes out there — no magic wand needed.
— Additional reporting by Syeda Saad
"You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." — Christopher Robin, "Winnie the Pooh"
"The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all." — The Emperor, "Mulan"
"The past can hurt. But the way I see it, you can either run from it, or learn from it." — Rafiki, "The Lion King"
"Remember you're the one who can fill the world with sunshine." — Snow White, "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs"
"Even miracles take a little time." — Fairy Godmother, "Cinderella"
"You don't have time to be timid. You must be bold and daring." — Lumière, "Beauty and the Beast"
"Our fate lives within us; you only have to be brave enough to see it." — Merida, "Brave"
"If watching is all you're gonna do, then you're gonna watch your life go by without ya." — Laverne, "The Hunchback of Notre Dame"
"Sometimes the right path is not the easiest one." — Grandmother Willow, "Pocahontas"
"The very things that hold you down are going to lift you up." — Timothy Mouse, "Dumbo"
"Always let your conscience be your guide." — Jiminy Cricket, "Pinocchio"
"When life gets you down, do you wanna know what you've gotta do? Just keep swimming!" — Dory, "Finding Nemo"
"There comes a day when you're gonna look around and realize happiness is where you are." — Chief Tui, "Moana"
"A true hero isn't measured by the size of his strength, but by the strength of his heart." — Zeus, "Hercules"
"Life is a journey to be experienced, not a problem to be solved." — Pooh, "Winnie the Pooh"
"The only way to get what you want in this world is through hard work." — Tiana, "The Princess and the Frog"
"When there's a smile in your heart, there's no better time to start. Think of all the joy you'll find, when you leave the world behind and bid your cares goodbye. You can fly." — Peter Pan, "Peter Pan"
"If you walk the footsteps of a stranger, you'll learn things you never knew you never knew." — Pocahontas, "Pocahontas"
"Like so many things, it is not what's outside, but what is inside that counts." — Merchant, "Aladdin"
"If you keep on believing, the dream that you wish will come true." — Cinderella, "Cinderella"
"If you focus on what you left behind, you will never see what lies ahead." — Gusteau, "Ratatouille"
"Nothing's impossible." — The Doorknob, "Alice in Wonderland"
"Beauty is found within." — Narrator, "Beauty and the Beast"
"It's up to you how far you'll go. If you don't try, you'll never know." — Merlin, "The Sword in the Stone"
"All it takes is faith and trust." — Peter Pan, "Peter Pan"
"There's the whole world at your feet." — Bert, "Mary Poppins"
"I am on my way. I can go the distance! I don't care how far. Somehow I'll be strong, I know. Every mile will be worth my while. I would go most anywhere to find where I belong." — Hercules, "Hercules"
"Today's special moments are tomorrow's memories." — Genie, "The Return of Jafar"
"Most everyone's mad here." — Cheshire Cat, "Alice in Wonderland"
"If you weren't you, then we'd all be a bit less we." — Piglet, "Winnie the Pooh"
"Sometimes we only see how people are different from us. But if you look hard enough, you can see how much we're all alike." — Jasmine, "Aladdin"
"If you don't think, then you shouldn't talk." — March Hare, "Alice in Wonderland"
"If you can't say something nice, don't say nothin' at all." — Thumper, "Bambi"
"You control your destiny — you don't need magic to do it. And there are no magical shortcuts to solving your problems." — Merida, "Brave"
"You're never too old to be young." — Happy, "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs"
"Venture outside your comfort zone. The rewards are worth it." — Rapunzel, "Tangled"
"To laugh at yourself is to love yourself." — Mickey Mouse