Out of all of the many classic Disney princesses, The Princess and the Frog‘s Tiana is probably the hardest-working and most dedicated to turning her happy ending from a dream into a reality.
Tiana kicks things off working double shifts and saving every last cent to bring her restaurant to life, one exhausting day at a time. If she’s your favorite princess, we bet you see yourself in a similar light. You’re probably a doer who hustles every day and refuses to rest when your goal is in sight.
Sound familiar? Below are eight things that you probably relate to if Tiana is your all-time favorite Disney princess.
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You’ve Always Been a Hard Worker
Tiana juggles multiple jobs, barely giving herself time to slow down, because she’s laser-focused on running her very own restaurant someday.
If that resonates with you, we bet you work just as hard. You refuse to take shortcuts, instead grinding every day toward your goals, knowing that you can’t rely on anyone else to make them happen for you. You intentionally choose success every day, allowing nothing to fall to chance.
(The Princess and the Frog via Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
You Have a Clear Vision for Your Future
From the time she’s a child, Tiana has a clear and complete vision for what she wants in life, down the the plans for making it happen and the location of her future restaurant. If you love Tiana, you’re probably also a planner who thinks in specifics rather than settling for vague daydreams.
As soon as you understand what it is that you want, you, too, map out the steps it’ll take to get there, and then act on them, actively working toward that goal every day.
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It Can Be a Struggle to Slow Down and Have Fun
Tiana tends to be all work and no play, so focused on manifesting her dreams that she barely finds time for anything else. Of course, this includes romance.
Chances are that you’ve found yourself in a similar boat. You’re the type of person who has to consciously remind yourself to rest, set aside time to socialize or even just be present and enjoy a moment rather than mentally moving on to the next task the moment you’ve finished this one.
You Value Family Traditions
Tiana’s dreams are deeply tied to her father’s memory and the promise she made to him to see them through. He was the one who taught her that work, not wishes, would bring her success, and those values stick with her into adulthood.
As a fan of Tiana, you, too, likely feel a strong connection to your family and the lessons they instilled in you early on in life. You’ve paid close attention to everything that they’ve passed down, and you reflect on what they’ve taught you every time you make a decision that matters.
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You’ll Never Wait on a Prince to Save You
Unlike a number of the earlier Disney princesses, Tiana’s plans never rely on a prince to sweet her off her feet and set things right. His status and money have nothing to do with her success, since when he shows up on the scene, she’s already laid the groundwork to make her restaurant happen.
If you love Tiana, we bet you’re equally independent. When it comes to relationships, you’re looking for love, rather than someone to lean on financially—and especially not to complete your story.
(The Princess and the Frog via Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
You’re Practical and Grounded
While The Princess and the Frog is a story of magic and fantasy, even when everyone else around her gets wrapped up in the emerging fairtytale, Tiana manages to keep her eyes on the prize with tangible goals.
If that sounds like you, you’re probably equally logical. You can enjoy a magical moment while focusing on the facts, setting realistic expectations and sticking to the plan, rather than getting swept away by whimsy.
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You’ve Learned to Loosen Up (Without Losing Yourself)
By the end of her tale, Tiana learns that joy and connection are just as important as hard work, but she does so without having to abandon her ambition. She can loosen up without letting go of the things that matter to her, and instead of putting her dreams on the back burner, this puts them front and center.
You may relate—or you may not yet be at that part in your journey. Ideally, you’ve been slowly learning to balance your innate sense of determination with the ability to actually enjoy life. Remember that fun and relaxation aren’t a distraction from your goals but part of the journey toward them.
You Know That the Most Important Dreams Take Real Effort
Tiana’s journey is proof that wishing on a star can only take you so far in life. Dreams are fine, but making an actual change requires action.
If Tiana is your favorite Disney princess, we’re guessing that you also refuse to wait for things to magically fall into place. You put in the work to make your dreams happen, and know that the process doesn’t start until you take that first important step.
(The Princess and the Frog via Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
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