How to Teach Girls to Embrace Their Uniqueness Through Empowering Activities

Because the World Needs More Girls Who Know They're One-of-a-Kind

So many girls grow up believing that in order to belong, they have to blend in. They learn to shrink the parts of themselves that feel “too different” or “too much”—and slowly start to question their worth. But here’s the truth we want every girl to know: your uniqueness is your superpower.

When girls are taught to celebrate what makes them different, instead of hide it, something powerful happens. They stand taller. Speak louder. Shine brighter. And they inspire others to do the same.

These empowering activities will help the girls you work with embrace their quirks, passions, voices, and identities—not just tolerate them, but love them.

💡 Key Takeaways

• Self-acceptance starts when girls feel safe to be seen as they truly are

• Empowering activities help girls connect with their strengths, values, and individuality

• Embracing uniqueness doesn’t mean standing out loudly—it means feeling free to be real

• When girls celebrate themselves, they give others permission to do the same

1. “What Makes Me… Me” Journaling Prompts

Start with a set of reflection prompts to help girls explore what sets them apart in a positive way:

• What’s something you love that makes you different?

• What’s a unique challenge you’ve faced—and how has it shaped you?

• What would you never want to change about yourself?
  These questions encourage self-awareness and pride in their personal story.

2. Uniqueness Collage Project

Give each girl a piece of paper and magazines to cut from. Ask them to create a collage that visually represents what makes them them. From favorite foods to future dreams, bold colors to soft traits—let it be personal and playful. Display them in a “This Is Me” gallery to show that every voice and style belongs.

3. “Only I Can…” Sharing Circle

Have each girl finish the sentence: “Only I can…”
Examples:

• Only I can make my sister laugh like that.

• Only I can write stories the way I do.

• Only I can dream the dreams I have.
  This activity helps girls claim their individuality with pride and reminds them that they each bring something no one else can.

4. Difference Is Beautiful Discussion

Lead a group conversation around what the world would be like if everyone were exactly the same. Ask:

• What would we miss out on?

• What does someone else do differently than you that you admire?

• How do differences make our group stronger?
  This helps shift comparison into appreciation and turns uniqueness into connection.

5. Personal Power Portraits

Have girls draw themselves as a superhero—with a cape, crown, or symbol that represents their unique strength. Encourage them to name their “superpower” (like empathy, creativity, resilience, or humor). This is a great way to visually anchor their identity in empowerment, not perfection.

6. Affirmation Station: “I’m Proud To Be…”

Set up a poster or whiteboard where girls can write affirmations that celebrate their individuality. Prompts can include:

• I’m proud to be someone who…

• I love that I’m the kind of girl who…

• Being different means I can…
  Make it an ongoing wall of pride that grows with each session.

7. “Real Is Brave” Roleplay

Create short roleplay scenarios where girls get to practice being themselves even in tricky situations:

• Turning down peer pressure

• Owning a unique interest (like loving bugs or writing poetry)

• Speaking up when they disagree
  After each one, reflect as a group: How did that feel? What made it brave? This builds social courage and inner trust.

Ready to help girls own their magic and love what makes them different? The Confidence Coaching Kit is a 4-week series filled with empowering tools to help girls build inner confidence, speak to themselves with compassion, and show up as their authentic selves—loudly, softly, brightly, or boldly… exactly as they are. Inside, you’ll find ready-to-use lesson plans, journaling prompts, affirmation activities, and reflection tools that make it easy to lead with heart.

You’re doing the beautiful work of reminding girls they don’t need to fit in—they just need to belong to themselves. Let me know how your girls shine through these activities—I’d love to hear what they’re proud to share!

- Kate