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Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Body Image & Self Esteem in Girls
As girls progress throughout the grades they begin to take more notice of themselves and how they are alike and different to other girls in their grade. They focus on hair styles, clothing labels & style, and body shape - many of which are influenced by our media. Girls start to feel that they aren't skinny enough or pretty enough and judge themselves harshly against unrealistic expectations that society promotes. All of this pressure can have negative effects on growing girls and promote unhealthy behavior.
After watching the video, we discussed their reactions to it. What surprised you? What is beauty to them? What characteristics do they have that make them beautiful? Then we took a quick self-esteem quiz that I found on PD & Life Skills website:
We also discussed ways to have a positive body image with this poster I found on Pinterest:
Parents if you are looking for more tools of for Self Esteem for Teens to help your teenagers strengthen their sense of self about Self Esteem for Teens you’ve landed in the right spot. For you I have articles, blog posts, mentoring, workshops, parenting groups, and guided Mother-Daughter Retreats, all of which will help you in your relationship with your Self Esteem for Teens.
Parents if you are looking for more tools of for Self Esteem for Teens to help your teenagers strengthen their sense of self about Self Esteem for Teens you’ve landed in the right spot. For you I have articles, blog posts, mentoring, workshops, parenting groups, and guided Mother-Daughter Retreats, all of which will help you in your relationship with your Self Esteem for Teens.
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