I know, I know, I’m so late in watching the movie Happy Feet. I don’t know why I didn’t watch it when it came out but I watched it last night. Happy Feet was a good feel good movie but it has some powerful messages about relationships/marriages.
Happy Feet is a movie about a little penguin named Mumble who has a terrible singing voice and later discovers he has no Heartsong. The penguins find their mates by singing and Mumble can’t sing and is ostracized and made to feel different. Well, that is not the only story line in this movie. Happy Feet shows us just how relationships can blossom and fall apart just by our own beliefs and actions. We also witness how relationships can prosper if we work together despite our differences.
The great thing about marriage is: the combining of two imperfect individuals who love each other anyway. Our differences work together to make our marriages unique and special.
Happy Feet and Relationships
I started watching the movie and was immediately drawn to the singing and dancing but a closer look the singing and dancing had a deeper meaning. Our view of love and marriage is first taught in the home. Mumble witnessed his parents love and the dynamics of their roles. His dad, Memphis, was the leader and had the last word on things (remember he agreed that Mumble needed to leave because of his differences) and his mom, Norma, was the comforter. If you really think about it, some of your relationship ideals are similar to those closest to you growing up.
One thing that Mumble didn’t take from his dad and those in his community, was look down on those different. He embraced his differences (he hid them for a while, but he still didn’t try to get rid of them) and he used his “differences” to better not only himself but his community as well. That got me to thinking about me and my marriage. How can I use my marriage to better those around me? Hmmmmmmm……….
Happy Feet Relationship Messages
- In marriage, if you & your spouse dance to the same beat then It’s hard for others to infiltrate your marriage. #happyfeet
- As husband & wife, when people see you together or separate they should see the unity. #danceandsingasone #happyfeet
- As parents, we make decisions with the knowledge we have at the time. We will make mistakes but be willing to apologize to your kids. It’s never to late to say “I’m sorry” #HappyFeet
- Be careful of the battles you decide to fight in your marriage. Fighting the wrong battles can land you in the “zoo” (isolated from your family) #HappyFeet
- What story does your marriage tell? When the Lovelace that is around you & your spouse, how will they tell your “marriage story?” Remember people watch married folks & they will tell the bad & sometimes the good. So let the good in your marriage shine! #HappyFeet
- In marriage, there will be times that the ice around you will break but working as a team, you can slide from ice to ice until you guys land on a solid piece. Don’t split & go on your broken ice alone…. #HappyFeet
- You should have some elephant seals (mature friends) that you can talk to & get sound judgement free advice from. If you don’t, pray to God to send that person to you. #HappyFeet
- Don’t let your stubbornness destroy your marriage. Learn to compromise & work together & accept your spouse support. #Happyfeet
- There comes a time that you will have to distance yourself from those that is negative toward your love/marriage. Your marriage is between: God, you & your spouse. Cleave to your spouse not to your friends & family for approval #happyfeet
- God made us all in his image. So your differences is just what God wanted you to have. Stop trying to change to please man. God is already pleased with the way you look #happyfeet
- Your Mr. or Mrs. Right may be right under your nose but you are looking for the person your friends & family will approve. You better stop letting them guide your decision & look for the person with the happy feet. #happyfeet
Happy Feet is more than about moving your feet and singing. Its about know who you are and accepting you and others will respect and accept you for you but first you must love yourself. Relationships start from within [you]. Your marriage is a joining of the relationship you have with yourself and the relationship your spouse has with his/herself. Merging of the two loves and “dancing and singing” together is what its all about.
Have you watched Happy Feet? What did you get from the movie? Share your thoughts below.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I love the way you compared the movie to a real life marriage. You’re spot on, too. I love it.
Heather says
Great post! It’s so true if you dance together to same beat – everything really will go smoother at home and in your relationship.
Susan says
What a sweet way to look at making marriage work. (I so enjoyed Happy Feet when I saw it years ago!)
becca says
I loved the Happy Feet movie. I think there were many lessons taught in that movie. such as you said about marriage.
Pam says
I remember when this movie came out. I never thought about the messages in it!
maria @closetohome says
I do feel that kids will build on their relationships and seek people that resemble their parents.
Elizabeth Towns says
I believe this information applies to all relationships, not just marriages. I know the focus here is on marriages, but I can apply it to intimate relationships of all kinds.
Ellen C says
We love the movie Happy Feet. And what an awesome message you pulled out of it.
Diane Nassy says
What a great analysis. I must have seen this movie a dozen times and never really thought about it like you have.
Debbie Denny says
That is a great movie. Neat concepts you came up with.
Lois Alter Mark says
I love this! Who knew a fun movie like Happy Feet had so many important messages?!
Still Dating My Spouse says
Elizabeth, you are absolutely right! Building a lasting relationship (marriage, work, friendship) must be nourished.
Rosey says
My son (now grown) had a girlfriend once who loved these movies. She got him to take her to the theater to see one, and it made me laugh. 🙂 It’s a cute show, def. and there are always lessons to be learned, yes? 🙂
Janeane Davis says
I saw the movie years ago. I enjoyed it and saw lessons about self acceptance and pushing forward. I didn’t notice the marital aspects you mentioned. Now, I want to see the movie again .
Christy Hoover says
I love how you look this movie and brought out its profoundness. Your words are so true. Thank you for the friendly reminder.
mykidsguide says
I love Happy Feet it is such a cute movie, I love the dancing penguins!
Coralie says
My family loves to watch the Happy Feet movies. I think they are really cute and teach great values. It is nice to see a movie that my kids love have a good theme.
Kristin says
I just love that movie! Such as sweet message!
Annie {Stowed Stuff} says
Love that movie! It’s one of my favorites. Acceptance is so very important would be the message I got.
Danielle says
Such a wonderful post, with great tips! We have actually been watching a lot of Happy Feet around here lately.
Taralyn says
We love that movie at our house! fun parallels to relationships, too!
Krystal says
I’ve actually never seen it! I know that my son would like it, so I hope to watch the movie one day!