Seeds of Well-Being (July 2026)
At the end of June, we held a workshop with the girls from "Path of Hope" titled "Seeds of Well-Being." This workshop was designed to strengthen and reinforce what each of the girls had learned during "Light in My Story".
We shared moments of reflection, interactive activities, and group discussions that encouraged the girls to recognize what makes them valuable, identify the people and actions that contribute to their wellbeing, and understand that personal growth requires time, dedication, and perseverance. We talked about the importance of caring for our emotions, building self-esteem, and holding on to hope even when results are not immediate.
One of the most meaningful moments of the workshop was planting a seed. Each girl prepared her own pot with seeds and chose a word that represented something she wanted to cultivate in her life, such as patience, joy, or respect. This activity helped them reflect on self-care, understanding that just as a seed needs water, sunlight, and attention to grow, our hearts also need daily care through healthy choices, self-love, the support of those around us, and the strengthening of our faith.
At the end of the workshop, each adolescent took her pot home as a personal commitment. Every time they water it and watch it grow, they will be reminded that they, too, are growing.
"Caring for Myself Is Also Loving Myself and Loving My Child,"
Learning to take care of yourself is one of the most valuable gifts. That is why we held the workshop "Taking Care of Myself Is Also Loving Myself and My Child," a space where the girls had the opportunity to reflect on the importance of self-care, personal hygiene, and risk prevention while strengthening habits that support their physical and emotional well-being.
Throughout the workshop, the girls participated in interactive activities that help them to recognize that simple everyday actions such as maintaining good personal hygiene, expressing their emotions, getting enough rest, eating healthy or asking for help when they need it are all meaningful ways of caring for themselves and recognizing their own worth.
One of the highlights of the day was the visit from a couple of volunteer nurses from the church in Jipijapa, who shared a practical first aid session in a warm and engaging way. The girls listened attentively, asked questions, and enthusiastically took part in demonstrations and simulations. Through these activities, they learned how to respond to minor injuries, bumps, and other common everyday emergencies. Their curiosity, participation, and confidence while practicing these new skills was good to appreciate how they enjoyed learning.
Written by Karen Adrian
