Apples vs. Oranges – Embracing Your Unique Value

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This Read Across America Day, Coach Peaches was honored to be invited as a guest speaker at ASU Pilgrim Rest, where she led a heartfelt and eye-opening session titled: “Apples vs. Oranges – Embracing Your Unique Value.”

The session was specially designed for a group of middle school girls and began with a simple, playful question: Which is better—apples or oranges? That friendly debate opened the door for a deeper conversation about comparison, self-worth, and what it means to truly value yourself.

Using creative activities like fruit lists, Venn diagrams, and group brainstorming, Coach Peaches encouraged the girls to reflect on how comparisons show up in their everyday lives. The room was filled with vulnerability, laughter, and "aha" moments as they made connections between fruit preferences and real-life pressures to be someone they're not.

The session also included critical analysis of music videos and media messaging, featuring: 🎵 “Who You Are” by Jessie J – reminding them to hold on to their identity through life’s storms🎵 “Scars to Your Beautiful” by Alessia Cara – a bold reminder that worth isn’t defined by appearance🎥 Dove Self-Esteem Project’s “Change One Thing | How Our Girls See Themselves” – sparking honest conversations about self-image and the impact of one small comment.

To close out the lesson, students participated in affirmation and self-esteem exercises, leaving the room with a powerful coloring keepsake illustrated by Coach Sha, meant to be a visual reminder of their inherent beauty and strength.

A huge thank you to Coach Ray, who supported the session with seamless A/V assistance and transitions, helping create an experience the girls won’t forget.

We’re beyond grateful for this opportunity and hope we deposited a few seeds of confidence, reflection, and self-love that will grow every time these girls look in the mirror.

Remember: apples and oranges may be different, but both are fruitfully made—with purpose and sweetness all their own. 🍎🍊

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🎵 "Who You Are" by Jessie J📺 Watch on YouTube

🎵 "Scars to Your Beautiful" by Alessia Cara📺 Watch on YouTube

🎥 Dove Self-Esteem Project – "Change One Thing | How Our Girls See Themselves"📺 Watch on YouTube