Full Of Ourselves An Awesome, Upbeat 8 Week Adventure With Girls Ages 11-14.
Testimonials: "I would recommend this class to other girls because it builds confidence." "Loved all of it, especially the Tai Chi." “I really liked talking about different kinds of hunger.” "I like that we got to honor important women. " “I really did like coming here after school hours. I got to spend more time with my friends while learning about how to treat myself. I would like to thank you for teaching me this while letting me have fun. Thank you so much. I am going to miss this.” “Thank you so much for putting this together this experience for the girls. I know my daughter has learned/grown so much as a result of it. We'll definitely be looking for "Throw Your Weight Around" next year!
This curriculum aims to give girls an entirely different lens through which to see, know, and value themselves.
At the End of Program Most Girls Demonstrate:
Increased self-acceptance and body acceptance.
Higher levels of self-esteem and confidence.
Advanced leadership skills.
Recognition of “weightism” as a form of prejudice. Have the courage to speak up in the face of bullying and teasing.
Wider range of coping skills to use in response to stressful or emotional situations.
Ability to discern difference between physical and emotional hunger.
Healthier eating and exercise habits.
Proficiency with basic media literacy skills.
Decreased vulnerability to developing an eating disorder.
Curriculum originally created by Catherine Steiner-Adair and Lisa Sjostrom is enthusiastically led by Debbie Leimgruber, MEd Certified Eating Psychology Coach in the Cincinnati, OH USA area.
Perfect For Public & Private After School Programs, Scout Groups, Home School Groups, Youth/Religious Groups, Clubs, Community/Recreation Centers, Summer & Weekend Programs.
Organize Your Own Group and Debbie Will Come to Your Meeting Place. (Minimum 8 Girls)
Research on primary prevention makes clear that when students have the opportunity to teach what they have learned, they are more likely to practice what they preach.
Graduates of Full of Ourselves are eligible for the 2nd program: "Throw Your Weight Around" Assuming the role of peer mentors graduates design & teach activities to female volunteers (ages 8-10).
Contact Debbie Leimgruber, MEd Certified Eating Psychology Coach at (513) 752-0172 for more details.