10 Valentine’s Day Activities That Build Confidence

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about candy and cards. It’s the perfect opportunity to help girls celebrate self-love, confidence,and kindness, three things we can never have too much of.

Whether you lead a girls group, run a classroom, or parent a tween or teen, this time of year is a powerful reminder that love starts within. And here’s the good news: You can use Valentine’s Day to inspire meaningful conversations and confidence-boosting activities that go way beyond the glitter.

Let’s break it down with ten Valentine’s Day activities that help girls feel strong, seen, and celebrated.

Key Takeaways

• Valentine’s Day can be a powerful time to celebrate confidence and kindness.

• Activities that focus on self-love, connection, and expression help girls feel seen and valued.

• Simple, creative tools like letters, art, and affirmations make confidence-building fun.

• Empowering girls to lift each other up strengthens the entire group.

1. Self-Love Letter Writing

Invite each girl to write a love letter to herself. Include what she’s proud of, what makes her unique, and what she’s learning to love about herself. Provide cute stationery, gel pens, and stickers to make it fun.

Confidence boost: Writing about their strengths helps girls own them with pride.

2. Kindness Compliment Cards

Have each girl write a kind note to every member of the group. These can be anonymous or signed. Then pass them out and watch the smiles bloom.

Confidence boost: Receiving heartfelt compliments builds self-worth and connection.

3. Heartfelt Affirmation Mirrors

Grab mini mirrors or cut heart shapes from cardstock. Have girls decorate them and write empowering affirmations like “I am enough” or “I am brave” on them.

Confidence boost: Seeing positive words every day reminds girls of their inner power.

4. Galentine’s Day Gratitude Circle

Sit in a circle and pass around a plush heart or other token. Each girl shares one thing they love about themselves or someone else in the group.

Confidence boost: Speaking gratitude out loud helps build positive self-talk and belonging.

5. “Love is…” Leadership Posters

Split into small groups and create posters that finish the sentence “Love is…” Encourage girls to think of love as action, empathy, and strength—not just romance.

Confidence boost: Redefining love as kindness and leadership helps shift their perspective.

6. Confidence Cupid Scavenger Hunt

Create a scavenger hunt with clues that lead to confidence-building challenges. Think: “Give yourself a high five in the mirror” or “Say one thing you love about yourself out loud.”

Confidence boost: Silly fun + mini challenges = powerful self-esteem practice.

7. Fearless Friendship Bracelets

Bring out the beads and have the girls create bracelets with words like “brave,” “kind,” “leader,” or “fearless.” Let them wear them or gift them to a friend.

Confidence boost: Wearing their values reminds girls of who they are and want to be.

8. Valentine’s Day Vision Boards

Have girls create mini vision boards centered around what they want to feel this year—confident, joyful, brave, supported. Include words, colors, and images that inspire.

Confidence boost: Focusing on feelings and goals empowers girls to dream big.

9. “You’ve Got This” Pep Talk Cards

Ask each girl to write a short pep talk card that someone else can open on a tough day. Include phrases like “Keep going,” “You’re not alone,” or “You’re stronger than you think.”

Confidence boost: Encouraging others helps girls build empathy and self-belief.

10. Lead a Confidence Circle

End your celebration with a circle where each girl shares one thing she loves about herself and one way she wants to show up more confidently. Let it be real, honest, and uplifting.

Confidence boost: Speaking their truth out loud builds courage and community. 

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Designed for educators, mentors, youth leaders, coaches, and parents, this all-in-one resource gives you everything you need to lead a powerful Galentine’s Day–themed workshop, girls group session, classroom experience, or community event focused on healthy friendships, confidence, and kindness.

Whether you’re planning a one-time Galentine’s Day workshop or weaving these activities into your ongoing programming, this kit makes your session meaningful, inclusive, and deeply impactful. With step-by-step guidance, interactive group activities, and thoughtful reflection tools, you’ll help girls:

• Build self-worth

• Strengthen friendships

• Develop the confidence to show up as their authentic selves

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