GROW IN CONFIDENCE. KNOW YOUR IDENTITY.
FOR GIRLS
FACILITATOR GUIDE
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JOURNEY
Journey 01: Facilitator Guide
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Journey 01: Facilitator Guide
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Welcome to the Brave & Beautiful journey! Thank you so much for taking the time to invest in your teen girls and in your relationship with them! Whether you go through this journey with just one teen or a group of teens, you will find this to be a transformational experience for all involved. The articles will also be relevant to your personal growth. Each chapter provides discussion questions and optional activities for you to use as a springboard. You can pick and choose which optional questions you would like to use and create your own. As the discussion flows, you may be inspired by wonderful, spontaneous questions. The activities provided for each chapter are also optional. As a teacher or parent, we encourage you to be creative and do other activities as you are inspired, as time permits! The lessons are typically geared for small groups, so please adjust the activity if you are doing a 1:1 mentorship. Brave & Beautiful Copyright © 2024 - 2026 Releasing Generations Published by Releasing Generations Printed in the United States of America All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law.
Enjoy your journey! Authors/Educators: Cathy Lynne Fong, Erin Chinen, Loraine Hotoke, and Michele Okimura
All articles, art, and photographs have been published and printed with the permission of their creators. Art Direction and Graphic Design by: Ahava Design, LLC. Photos by Unsplash and iStockphoto.
TheBraveSeries.com Through The Brave Series, we are on a mission to help youth and adults of all ages overcome insecurities about their value and purpose. The Brave Series empowers teens and adults to: • Grow in confidence and emotional health. • Gain wisdom and vision for their future, enabling them to step into their purpose and pursue their dreams. • Become aware and equipped to safeguard themselves and others from exploitation and sex trafficking victimization.
Learn more at TheBraveSeries.com or visit us at ReleasingGenerations.org
Brave & Beautiful Volume 01 (Classic) Facilitator Guide – 2/2026
BRAVE & BEAUTIFUL FACILITATOR GUIDE
Welcome to the Brave & Beautiful journey! Thank you so much for taking the time to invest in your teen girls and in your relationship with them! Whether you go through this journey with just one teen or a group of teens, you will find this to be a transformational experience for all involved. The articles will also be relevant to your personal growth. Each chapter provides discussion questions and optional activities for you to use as a springboard. You can pick and choose which optional questions you would like to use and create your own. As the discussion flows, you may be inspired by wonderful, spontaneous questions. The activities provided for each chapter are also optional. As a teacher or parent, we encourage you to be creative and do other activities as you are inspired, as time permits! The lessons are typically geared for small groups, so please adjust the activity if you are doing a 1:1 mentorship. Brave & Beautiful Copyright © 2024 - 2026 Releasing Generations Published by Releasing Generations Printed in the United States of America All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law.
Enjoy your journey! Authors/Educators: Cathy Lynne Fong, Erin Chinen, Loraine Hotoke, and Michele Okimura
All articles, art, and photographs have been published and printed with the permission of their creators. Art Direction and Graphic Design by: Ahava Design, LLC. Photos by Unsplash and iStockphoto.
TheBraveSeries.com Through The Brave Series, we are on a mission to help youth and adults of all ages overcome insecurities about their value and purpose. The Brave Series empowers teens and adults to: • Grow in confidence and emotional health. • Gain wisdom and vision for their future, enabling them to step into their purpose and pursue their dreams. • Become aware and equipped to safeguard themselves and others from exploitation and sex trafficking victimization.
Learn more at TheBraveSeries.com or visit us at ReleasingGenerations.org
Brave & Beautiful Volume 01 (Classic) Facilitator Guide – 2/2026
BRAVE & BEAUTIFUL FACILITATOR GUIDE
Table of Contents Journey 01 WELCOME .............................................. 05 IMPORTANT REMINDERS . . ........................ 08 FAQs .. .................................................... 08 ..........................11 EMPATHETIC RESPONSES .......................... ..... 12 THE BRAVE & BEAUTIFUL CULMINATING..... CELEBRATION EVENT RIGHT OF PASSAGE EVENT FOR DAUGHTERS ..................................... 13 OVERVIEW .............................................. 14 4-Volume Journey CHAPTER 1: SHE IS BRAVE & BEAUTIFUL ..... 16 Defining What is Brave & Beautiful CHAPTER 2: SHE DISCOVERS ..................... 18 Becoming Self-Aware CHAPTER 3: SHE ACCEPTS ....................... 20 Being Secure and Confident CHAPTER 4: SHE BELIEVES . . ..................... 22 Discovering Your Uniqueness CHAPTER 5: SHE EXPRESSES ................... 24 Activating Your Creativity CHAPTER 6: SHE SPARKLES .................... 26 Dreaming Big for Your Life CHAPTER 7: SHE RESTS .......................... 26 Dreaming Big for Your Life
Table of Contents Journey 01 WELCOME .............................................. 05 IMPORTANT REMINDERS . . ........................ 08 FAQs .. .................................................... 08 ..........................11 EMPATHETIC RESPONSES .......................... ..... 12 THE BRAVE & BEAUTIFUL CULMINATING..... CELEBRATION EVENT RIGHT OF PASSAGE EVENT FOR DAUGHTERS ..................................... 13 OVERVIEW .............................................. 14 4-Volume Journey CHAPTER 1: SHE IS BRAVE & BEAUTIFUL ..... 16 Defining What is Brave & Beautiful CHAPTER 2: SHE DISCOVERS ..................... 18 Becoming Self-Aware CHAPTER 3: SHE ACCEPTS ....................... 20 Being Secure and Confident CHAPTER 4: SHE BELIEVES . . ..................... 22 Discovering Your Uniqueness CHAPTER 5: SHE EXPRESSES ................... 24 Activating Your Creativity CHAPTER 6: SHE SPARKLES .................... 26 Dreaming Big for Your Life CHAPTER 7: SHE RESTS .......................... 26 Dreaming Big for Your Life
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Journey 02
Journey 03
Journey 04 Listen
SHE IS BRAVE & BEAUTIFUL
SHE RELEASES
SHE CELEBRATES
PORNOGRAPHY
SHE DISCOVERS
SHE STANDS
SHE LOVES
SEX ABUSE AND TRAUMA
SHE ACCEPTS
SHE CRIES
SHE GIVES
SEX TRAFFICKING
40 SHE BELIEVES
SHE PERSEVERES
SHE DREAMS
VOICES OF FREEDOM
58 SHE EXPRESSES
SHE PROTECTS
SHE CREATES
HOPE ARISES
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SHE BLOOMS
SHE ARISES
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Defining What is Brave & Beautiful
Releasing Forgiveness
Growing in Self-Awareness of Your Design
Dealing with Your Anxiety and Fears
Grieving the Losses in Your Life
Accepting Yourself and Not Comparing Believing the Truth: You Have Immense Value
Persevering Through Difficult Times
Creative Ways to Express Yourself and Your Voice
SHE SPARKLES
Guarding Your Heart
Thriving in Every Season of Life
Shining in Your Uniqueness
The Power of Gratitude Healthy Friendships
The Value of Being Generous Be Released to Dream Big Activate Your Creativity
The Negative Effects of Pornography Addressing Sex Abuse and Healing Trauma
Protect Yourself from Victimization Letters to You from Survivors You Can Make a Difference!
Arise in Purpose and Vision
SHE RESTS
Valuing the Rhythm of Rest in Life
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Journey 01
Journey 02
Journey 03
Journey 04 Listen
SHE IS BRAVE & BEAUTIFUL
SHE RELEASES
SHE CELEBRATES
PORNOGRAPHY
SHE DISCOVERS
SHE STANDS
SHE LOVES
SEX ABUSE AND TRAUMA
SHE ACCEPTS
SHE CRIES
SHE GIVES
SEX TRAFFICKING
40 SHE BELIEVES
SHE PERSEVERES
SHE DREAMS
VOICES OF FREEDOM
58 SHE EXPRESSES
SHE PROTECTS
SHE CREATES
HOPE ARISES
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SHE BLOOMS
SHE ARISES
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B ra ve
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Defining What is Brave & Beautiful
Releasing Forgiveness
Growing in Self-Awareness of Your Design
Dealing with Your Anxiety and Fears
Grieving the Losses in Your Life
Accepting Yourself and Not Comparing Believing the Truth: You Have Immense Value
Persevering Through Difficult Times
Creative Ways to Express Yourself and Your Voice
SHE SPARKLES
Guarding Your Heart
Thriving in Every Season of Life
Shining in Your Uniqueness
The Power of Gratitude Healthy Friendships
The Value of Being Generous Be Released to Dream Big Activate Your Creativity
The Negative Effects of Pornography Addressing Sex Abuse and Healing Trauma
Protect Yourself from Victimization Letters to You from Survivors You Can Make a Difference!
Arise in Purpose and Vision
SHE RESTS
Valuing the Rhythm of Rest in Life
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SHE IS BRAVE & BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY 01 • PAGE 10~15
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Have each girl stand and declare, “I am BRAVE AND BEAUTIFUL!” Have the rest of the group applaud and cheer that person in response, celebrating and affirming that statement. It may be difficult for a girl with a low view of herself to say it, but this can give them a positive experience declaring their worth!
3.
Have each girl decorate a large smooth landscape rock with a paint pen, writing “I am brave and beautiful!“ They can use this as a constant reminder of who they are, and they can work on embracing this belief about their value.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS •
What does it mean to be brave? Describe what being brave means to you.
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Who is someone you know personally or know of whom is brave? Why did you pick him/her?
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Would you describe yourself as brave? Why or why not?
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When have you displayed a level of courage?
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What does it mean to be beautiful? Describe what being beautiful means to you.
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Who is someone you personally know or know of who you would describe as a beautiful person? Why?
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Would you describe yourself as beautiful? Why or why not?
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Knowing beauty goes beyond outward appearances, what is one situation where you displayed your beauty?
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ACTIVITY
Brave & Beautiful Walk About Instructions: 1.
Explain that the group will go on a short walk outside.
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As they are walking, each of them is to look for an object, a plant, a person, or something in nature that represents bravery—or represents what beauty is.
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When something catches their eye, they are to meditate on how that particular thing speaks of bravery or beauty. They will be sharing with the group what comes to mind.
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Each girl is to let you know when she made her choice and is ready to share her related message about bravery or beauty with the group. (*You can share an example such as: “I saw a bird’s nest in the tree. I realized it takes courage for the baby bird to take its first leap out of the nest to fly for the first time. Even though it is their instinct, it still is a risk and takes some courage. I need courage to spread my wings to fly into my unknown future.”)
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When each girl in the group lets you know she has something to share, have the group stop and listen to what she has to say while looking at what was highlighted to her. *Each person must have a turn to share about their particular object, plant, or scenery that speaks to them about bravery or beauty.
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES 1.
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Using magazines, have the girls make a collage of images and words that express bravery and beauty. Encourage them to put this collage in a place where they can be reminded to aspire to express their bravery and beauty to this world!
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SHE IS BRAVE & BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY 01 • PAGE 10~15
2.
Have each girl stand and declare, “I am BRAVE AND BEAUTIFUL!” Have the rest of the group applaud and cheer that person in response, celebrating and affirming that statement. It may be difficult for a girl with a low view of herself to say it, but this can give them a positive experience declaring their worth!
3.
Have each girl decorate a large smooth landscape rock with a paint pen, writing “I am brave and beautiful!“ They can use this as a constant reminder of who they are, and they can work on embracing this belief about their value.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS •
What does it mean to be brave? Describe what being brave means to you.
•
Who is someone you know personally or know of whom is brave? Why did you pick him/her?
•
Would you describe yourself as brave? Why or why not?
•
When have you displayed a level of courage?
•
What does it mean to be beautiful? Describe what being beautiful means to you.
•
Who is someone you personally know or know of who you would describe as a beautiful person? Why?
•
Would you describe yourself as beautiful? Why or why not?
•
Knowing beauty goes beyond outward appearances, what is one situation where you displayed your beauty?
NOTES
ACTIVITY
Brave & Beautiful Walk About Instructions: 1.
Explain that the group will go on a short walk outside.
2.
As they are walking, each of them is to look for an object, a plant, a person, or something in nature that represents bravery—or represents what beauty is.
3.
When something catches their eye, they are to meditate on how that particular thing speaks of bravery or beauty. They will be sharing with the group what comes to mind.
4.
Each girl is to let you know when she made her choice and is ready to share her related message about bravery or beauty with the group. (*You can share an example such as: “I saw a bird’s nest in the tree. I realized it takes courage for the baby bird to take its first leap out of the nest to fly for the first time. Even though it is their instinct, it still is a risk and takes some courage. I need courage to spread my wings to fly into my unknown future.”)
5.
When each girl in the group lets you know she has something to share, have the group stop and listen to what she has to say while looking at what was highlighted to her. *Each person must have a turn to share about their particular object, plant, or scenery that speaks to them about bravery or beauty.
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES 1.
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Using magazines, have the girls make a collage of images and words that express bravery and beauty. Encourage them to put this collage in a place where they can be reminded to aspire to express their bravery and beauty to this world!
BRAVE & BEAUTIFUL
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