Might make this a regular thing,, because Tik Tok Encanto fans are killing me!!
so, I'm gonna say this slowly-
Pepa is not abusive!
Pepa is not manipulative!
Pepa has spent the majority of her life needing to keep her emotions in check for the sake of those around her. This woman was not allowed to feel her feelings in public because of her gift. Think about it: This woman has to be happy ALL. THE. TIME. If she doesn't, people around her feel the effects of her non-positive emotions.
Imagine only being able to express yourself until you hit age five. Imagine having to learn how to manage your big emotions at such a young age. Imagine the pressure she was under at age FIVE!
And I know that if I can relate to Pepa, than there are others who do as well. Personally, I relate to Pepa because I was the oldest and I was constantly told to set an example and not show my emotions for the sake of others.
Then, as if her own personal struggle wasn't enough, she lost her brother. She lost one of the people she had spent her entire life with. She lost one of her best friends, and she couldn't grieve him, because her emotions affect everyone around her. So what did she do? She locked her emotions away behind a wall of anger and denial. She did it to protect those around her, as well as herself.
I truly believe that Pepa is one of the strongest characters in Encanto and I love her.



















