The ‘Body Appreciation’ Game

A heartwarming game focused on building self-esteem and appreciating the unique qualities of others.

Description

The ‘Body Appreciation’ Game is a positive and uplifting activity designed to foster body positivity and celebrate the diversity of human bodies. Players take turns writing down things they appreciate about each other’s bodies, focusing on qualities beyond conventional beauty standards. This game encourages genuine compliments, promotes self-love, and strengthens interpersonal connections.

Categories: [‘Friends Games’, ‘Indoor Games’, ‘Party Games’]

How to Play

• Number of Players Required: Ideally played with 2 or more players.
  Can be adapted for solo play as a self-love exercise.

• What You’ll Need

  • Paper
  • Pens or pencils

• Gameplay

  1. Gather the players in a comfortable and safe space.
  2. Each player receives a piece of paper and a writing utensil.
  3. Decide on a person to start. This person can be themselves or another player.
  4. Players take turns writing down one thing they genuinely appreciate about the chosen person’s body. Focus on qualities like strength, resilience, unique features, or things that the body can *do*. Avoid comments about weight or conventional attractiveness.
  5. Continue until everyone has had a turn being the focus of appreciation.
  6. If comfortable, players can share what was written about them. This step is optional and should be based on individual comfort levels.

Winning Criteria: There is no winner in this game.
The goal is to promote self-love and appreciation for others.

Estimated Playtime: 15-30 minutes, depending on the number of players
and the depth of sharing.

Make it Your Own

• Adapt the game to focus on appreciating any aspect of a person, such as their personality, skills, or talents.
• Use colorful markers or decorate the papers to add a creative touch.
• Instead of writing, players can share their appreciations verbally.
• For solo play, write down things you appreciate about your own body.

Ready to Play? Ready to spread some love and appreciation? Let’s begin!

Safety Note: This game involves discussing bodies, which can be a sensitive topic. Ensure all participants feel safe and comfortable. Set clear boundaries about appropriate language and respect personal preferences regarding sharing.

Tags: body positivity, self-esteem, appreciation, friends, indoor games, party games, connection, self-love, kindness