Encouraging positive self-image.
“I messed up again.”
"Everything is always my fault.”
Many of us have heard these things from young people, but how many times do we hear positive, self-celebratory language from our youth?
Positive self-image is one of the most powerful ways that young people can improve their mental, emotional and physical health. It is our job as adults to nurture this and encourage youth to see themselves in a positive light.
This mom blogger shared a great way for adults to encourage young people to see themselves in a positive light by using pictures of themselves, their drawing skills and having youth write out 6 things that make them special. Check out this website for more info and printable templates to use.