Who's Body Is This?!?!?

What is body-image?

"The subjective concept of one's physical appearance based on self-observation and the reactions of others."-The Free Dictionary

Who's eyes am I seeing this body through?

Everyone has a different opinion on how one should look. Who said anyone's eyes were better than the other?


How do you see yourself?

If you change the way you see yourself, you change your future!  

Dear Every Woman I Know, Including Me

There's never a better time to start loving yourself than right now.

You are imperfect, permanently and inevitably flawed. And you are beautiful.

Read more: http://www.oprah.com/spirit/Improving-Body-Image-How-to-Feel-Beautiful-Improving-Self-Esteem#ixzz2TDXoOWWZ

You are not ALONE!
    
Celebrities such as Mary-Kate Olsen, Kelly Clarkson, and American Idol winner Katherine McPhee also suffered from body image issues. These issues ended up with them having eating disorders. If they recovered and learned to accept themselves, SO CAN YOU!

http://www.newser.com/story/155031/12-celebs-who-battled-eating-disorders.html 

A POSITIVE CHANGE RETREAT

1st Annual 'A Positive Change' Retreat: 

It always gets better from here!

At Mar-Lu Ridge on June 15-17, 2012 for girls ages 13-19  

FUN ACTIVITIES! TEAM BUILDING! GREAT SPEAKERS!

"A Positive Change Retreat both strengthens and guides girls growing up in today's society. Filled with, fun activities, great presenters, and amazing role models it's the perfect retreat to help guide a young woman along her path to womanhood.” --Brenda H., writer for  Happy Teenz MEGAzine

“A Positive Change Retreat was one of the best times I’ve ever had. I learned so much about myself and had fun doing. Met some of my best friends here too.” --Hannah D., camp participant

“My daughter immediately seemed happier and more confident in herself. I was skeptical at first but I definitely am a believer now!.” –Jacques C., father of camp participant

“Being able to affect change in a young woman’s life is definitely fulfilling. The bonds made at this retreat are unbreakable.” –Inez D., group leader

2^nd Annual A Positive Change Retreat COMING SOON!!!!!!

*DISCLAIMER: this retreat is completely make believe*

Coping Skills

Do you have a list of coping skills that you use when trouble is brewing? What skills are in your coping skills toolbox? How do you make sure you use healthy skills rather than resorting to old, unhealthy habits?

Let's Make a Coping Skills Toolbox

     

 

             

             

Pick Your Favorite Activity:

Do this activity to test your coping skills and personal resources:

•  http://www.stressanderos.org/test-your-coping-skills.htm

Adolescent Worksheets:

• Imagery
• Progressive Muscle Relaxation

EXPRESS YOURSELF.

What is Art/Expressive Therapy?

“Through creating art and reflecting on the art products and processes, people can increase awareness of self and others; cope with symptoms, stress, and traumatic experiences; enhance cognitive abilities; and enjoy the life-affirming pleasures of making art” -American Art Therapy Association

Dr. Sherri Webb - Intro to Expressive Therapy YouTube Video

When Words Do Not Speak

“It can be difficult to open up to a complete stranger about your deepest and darkest emotions. Sometimes, we are taught to suppress our emotions and put on a blank face, even when experiencing inner turmoil. In art therapy, words are not always necessary.” -Douglas Mitchell

For more information visit Art Therapy as Treatment for Depression

Benefits??

Art Therapy Helps Express Emotions -- It can be hard to express painful feelings or memories, especially if we feel hopeless or worthless. Art therapy helps us release emotions that might be too painful to express in words.  

Art Therapy and Feelings of Depression -- Sometimes we feel so confused we’re not sure what we’re feeling. Art therapy can help us make sense of our feelings and provide hope and clarity at what can be a very dark, lonely time. 

Art therapy can help depression by providing an outlet to express feelings that may be hard to say!

                                                See Art Therapy for Depression

 

Why use Art Therapy?

        -- Taps into your creativity

        -- Communication that is non-threatening

        -- YOU have control!

You don't have to be a great artist to participate and benefit from art therapy. 

The goal?  For YOU to express what YOU are feeling.

Often people find they express things in their art that they had forgotten or repressed. 

                                          See Art Therapy for Adolescents 

What can YOU do?! 

•  Art
• Music
• Dance
• Photography
• Paint
• Sing
• Write
• Act
• And much more. 

Find your voice!