Body Dysmorphia and a God-Centered Response
Research confirms that Teenage Body Dysmorphic Disorder, or what’s known simply as “body dysmorphia” in pop culture, is on the rise. Findings prove that social media and … Read More
How Filters Negatively Shape Her Self-Image
Today’s world places so much pressure on girls to look, speak, believe, and behave in a social media-approved way. During adolescence, girls are beginning to discover who … Read More
The Make-Up Issue & How You can Feed Her Healthy Identity
There comes a day in nearly every girl’s life where she suddenly, desperately wants to wear makeup. Whether it’s a matter of peer pressure or a creative … Read More
Why Modesty Matters in Summer Swimwear Fashion
As summer approaches, your girl is likely aware of “swimsuit season”—a time of year for which we can thank the fashion industry! Many parents roll their eyes … Read More
Why Modeling Healthy Body Image for Your Girl Matters
When your girl looks in the mirror, what is her physical response? Perhaps she grimaces saying something negative about what she sees. Did you know that now, … Read More
Know the Signs of an Eating Disorder
February is National Eating Disorder Awareness Month—a month to educate citizens on the effects of these specific mental illnesses and provide support for those suffering. Research shows … Read More
Where Does Your Girl’s Photo Go When She Sends it Out?
The instant exchange of information and photos sets today’s technological age apart from where we were even 10 years ago. Your girl can send a photo to … Read More
It’s Important for Your Girl to Feel Comfortable in Her Skin
Girls have been seen wearing sweatshirts in the warmest of climates to the puzzlement of their parents. The heavy hoodie worn with shorts and sandals may be … Read More
If Disordered Eating Creeps in, Take a Whole-Life Approach with Her
30 million Americans live with an eating disorder. Of that 30 million, 20 million are women. Data shows that eating disorders are the third most common chronic … Read More
Communicate Her Identity to Support Her Identity in Christ
“I Feel” statements are a common exercise in counseling. This exercise forces you to habitualize rephrasing your sentences to begin with the words “I Feel”. This exercise … Read More
In the Pursuit of Resiliency Guard Against Repressed Emotions
Resiliency is a popular word in parenting circles. In fact, even at American Heritage Girls, we talk a lot about raising resilient girls to become strong women. … Read More
In Seasons of Hardship, Guide Her Through Every Step of the Way
How does your girl handle stress or catastrophe? She might immediately look to you to see how you’re handling that situation. She might succumb to the flight … Read More