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BODY IMAGE & YOUR TEEN
Getting BodyWise is all about learning to love and take care
of your body—it's the only one you've got! That means
knowing how to choose nutritious foods, eat smart, and stay
fit. It's important to learn about the vitamins and nutrients
your body needs to keep you going. It's also important to
get the facts about serious health problems like eating
disorders.
Check out the new Disability/Chronic Illness section of
BodyWise!
For Adults: BodyWise Handbook for Adults
There's Only One You
You may have read things about your changing body, how
everyone's body is different, and that those differences
are what make us unique. But did you know that individuality
is also about what you're like on the inside?
Each person has her own personality—even identical twins!
That means that people will act in different ways to the
same situation. Each person has her own thoughts, feelings,
hopes, dreams, and talents, and each person has her own
fears, weaknesses, and troubles. People's cultural
backgrounds are different, too, and that may have an effect
on how they feel about or react to things. There are many
cultures in the United States, each with a rich history. It is
important to respect cultural differences, and it's fun to
learn about different cultures.
You may see other people and wish that you had a talent or
skill that they have, or you may think that someone is
perfect and feel bad that you're not perfect. Remember
that nobody is perfect, though. You can't really compare
yourself to others because you don't know what you're
comparing yourself to. There may be a lot you don't know
about others. It's hard to try to think about what everyone
else is doing and feeling—it's better to know yourself.
Getting to know yourself is important. The more you know
yourself, the more you will understand other people and be
comfortable in your skin. Here are some ways to get to
know yourself better:
Getting BodyWise is all about learning to love and take care
of your body—it's the only one you've got! That means
knowing how to choose nutritious foods, eat smart, and stay
fit. It's important to learn about the vitamins and nutrients
your body needs to keep you going. It's also important to
get the facts about serious health problems like eating
disorders.
Check out the new Disability/Chronic Illness section of
BodyWise!
For Adults: BodyWise Handbook for Adults
There's Only One You
You may have read things about your changing body, how
everyone's body is different, and that those differences
are what make us unique. But did you know that individuality
is also about what you're like on the inside?
Each person has her own personality—even identical twins!
That means that people will act in different ways to the
same situation. Each person has her own thoughts, feelings,
hopes, dreams, and talents, and each person has her own
fears, weaknesses, and troubles. People's cultural
backgrounds are different, too, and that may have an effect
on how they feel about or react to things. There are many
cultures in the United States, each with a rich history. It is
important to respect cultural differences, and it's fun to
learn about different cultures.
You may see other people and wish that you had a talent or
skill that they have, or you may think that someone is
perfect and feel bad that you're not perfect. Remember
that nobody is perfect, though. You can't really compare
yourself to others because you don't know what you're
comparing yourself to. There may be a lot you don't know
about others. It's hard to try to think about what everyone
else is doing and feeling—it's better to know yourself.
Getting to know yourself is important. The more you know
yourself, the more you will understand other people and be
comfortable in your skin. Here are some ways to get to
know yourself better:
- Write a journal. Writing in a journal is a great way to
deal with your problems, explore your feelings, and
get to know yourself better. There are no rules…just
write what you feel! For more ideas of things to write
about visit - http://www.girlpower.
gov/girlarea/activity/older/writestuff.htm - Write down 100 things about yourself on a piece of
paper (or a few!). These things can be anything, from
something that seems silly, like "I like to draw," to
more serious things, like, "I'm having trouble in
school," or "I respect…." Don't think too hard about
them—just keep writing whatever comes to mind.
When you're finished, read over your list. You don't
have to show anyone, although it might be fun to
compare lists with friends or family. You may learn
something about yourself! - Another list to make is the "100 Things I Can Do" list.
List 100 things that you can do, from riding a bike or
listening to making cookies or teaching. When you're
done, take a look at your list and pat yourself on the
back. This is proof that you've got Girl Power! - Some other lists to make are
- Things I Want to Learn
- Things I Hope For Most, and
- Things I Will Accomplish in the Next Month (or
Day, or Week, or Year!)
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