People like to look towards inspirational works for guidance. Some find motivation in religious works like the Torah or Bible; others find it in the works of philosophers and scholars. But true inspiration, comes from an unlikely, lesser known masterpiece: Disney’s, A Goofy Movie. One may doubt my reasoning behind this statement, but truer words have never been spoken. A Goofy Movie is in short, brilliance squeezed into 76 minutes. It tells the story of love, betrayal, fear, bravery, friendship, and other powerful aspects of life. This film follows Max Goof, a confused preteen that just wants to win the heart of his middle school crush Roxanne. A normal life however, is difficult for young Max when his father is none other than Goofy Goof. Max faces the near impossible task of strengthening his relationship with his father while simultaneously courting Roxanne. This constant struggle that Max must deal with, will literally empower you to be a better person. My life changed that sweltering April day in 2009, when I decided to re-watch A Goofy Movie for the first time since my childhood. I owe everything that has happened since that moment, to that movie. I know that because of those lessons learned, I will be a better person, a better student, and one day a great father just like Goofy Goof. I would not be where I am today if it weren't for that movie, and I implore anyone seeking motivation in life, to turn to A Goofy Movie. I think I’ll go home and watch it right now.
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