10 Creative Ways to Help Tween Girls Build Inner Confidence

Empowering Activities That Spark Self-Belief, Self-Kindness, and Joy

Tween girls are at that in-between stage where they’re starting to discover who they are—but often still unsure if they’re “enough.” That’s why inner confidence matters so much during this season of life. It's the quiet, steady belief that says: I know who I am, and I like her.

Building that kind of confidence doesn’t come from outside praise or perfection—it comes from giving girls tools to know, love, and trust themselves. These 10 creative ideas will help you nurture that inner glow, whether you’re a mentor, teacher, coach, or parent.

💡 Key Takeaways

• Confidence grows when girls feel safe to explore, express, and celebrate who they are

• Creative, playful activities help girls build emotional awareness, self-trust, and self-love

• You don’t have to “fix” self-doubt—just create space for girls to remember their power

• Inner confidence is the foundation for resilience, kindness, and authentic leadership

1. “I Am” Identity Bracelets

Let girls create personalized bead bracelets using words that describe their strengths: Brave, Kind, Strong, Creative, Enough. Every time they wear it, they carry a visible reminder of who they truly are.

2. My Confidence Playlist

Invite girls to create a playlist of songs that make them feel confident, empowered, or joyful. They can design album covers or share their “power song” with the group. Music connects girls to their emotions and energy in a fun, personal way.

3. Inner Critic vs. Inner Cheerleader

Have girls draw or describe the voice of their inner critic—and then create a new character: their inner cheerleader. What would she say instead? This activity builds awareness and gives girls new language for self-kindness.

4. The Confidence Jar

Set up a group or individual jar. Every time a girl does something brave, kind, or new, she writes it down and adds it to the jar. At the end of the week or month, read them together and celebrate how far they’ve come.

5. Mirror Affirmation Stations

Give each girl a mini mirror and a marker or sticky note. Ask them to write a kind affirmation on it like: I am enough just as I am or I’m allowed to take up space. Practicing mirror talk can feel awkward at first—but it works.

6. Real Me Vision Boards

Girls cut out images, words, or symbols that represent who they are beyond appearances—think passions, values, dreams, and personal strengths. This helps them shift the focus inward and celebrate the “real me.”

7. Brave Girl Challenges

Create a list of mini confidence challenges girls can try, like:

• Speak up in a group

• Try something new

• Set a boundary

• Compliment yourself in the mirror
  These small acts build big self-belief over time.

8. Storytelling Circles

Have each girl share a story about a time she was brave, tried something hard, or stood up for herself or a friend. This reminds them (and the group) that confidence is something they already have—not something they’re waiting to earn.

9. Empowerment Art Journals

Give girls blank journals and invite them to fill the pages with drawings, poems, quotes, and reflections about their journey toward confidence. Let them decorate freely—no right or wrong. This creates a space that’s 100% theirs.

10. “I Can Handle This” Mindset Cards

Create a set of coping cards with statements like:

• This is hard, but I can get through it.

• I can ask for help.

• I’ve done brave things before.
  Girls can pull a card when they’re nervous or facing self-doubt—an instant boost of inner calm and courage.

Ready to help girls build inner confidence in ways that are creative, heart-centered, and actually work? The Confidence Coaching Kit is a 4-week journey designed to help girls speak kindly to themselves, embrace who they are, and show up with courage and self-trust. Inside you’ll find empowering activities, group prompts, printable tools, and journaling resources that make it easy to lead with heart—whether you’re just starting out or deep in this work already.

You’ve got this. And the girls you’re showing up for? They’re already starting to believe it too. Let me know which activity lights up your group—I’d love to cheer you on!

- Kate