First Impressions
Activity Sheet
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 First Impressions
1.  Try to think of a person . . .
  • whose body shape or size really doesn't fit the idea media image and
  • whom you like or admire now but when you met or first saw him/her, somehow he/she seemed to lack appeal.  Maybe you thought this person didn't have much to offer or maybe you just didn't want to get to know him/her.

This could be someone in your personal or professional life or a well-known figure.
2.  "Name That Person" Activity:  Who are these people?
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3.  Countering prejudice:
  1. Example of a person misjudged initially on the basis of body size or shape (no names of family and friends - just descriptions):


     
  2. Examples of negative statements that could or have been made about this individual:


     
  3. Examples of responses to counter negative statements:


     
  4. If you feel that you can do so, take the pledge:

I promise to speak up in defense of individuals or groups who are being teased or criticized on the basis of their appearance, including body size or shape.Take the pledge!

Thank you!
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