What My Body Does for Me
A positive body image worksheet focusing on body functionality across senses, movement, health, creativity, communication and connection, with a thank-you note.
1-page fillable PDF · US Letter (prints on A4) · Body image · Positive body image
- Approach / concern
- Body Image & Eating
- Technique
- Body image · Positive body image
- Format
- Fillable PDF, 1 page (US Letter / A4)
- Access
- Pro and Advanced plans (3-day free trial)
- For
- Licensed clinicians to use with clients
- Updated
- October 2026
Key facts
What is the What My Body Does for Me?
Functionality appreciation focuses on what the body can do rather than how it looks. It’s a component of positive body image and an evidence-based body image intervention.
Why it works
The Expand Your Horizon program improved body appreciation and satisfaction by training focus on body functionality (Alleva et al., 2015). Positive body image includes appreciating the body’s functions (Tylka & Wood-Barcalow, 2015).
When to use it
- Body dissatisfaction
- Chronic illness and disability (adapted)
- Ageing and pregnancy
- Body image groups
How to use it in session
- Explain functionality focus.
- Fill in each area.
- Rate appreciation.
- Write a note.
- Revisit weekly.
Clinician tips
- Adapt for disability and chronic illness.
- Avoid comparing bodies.
- Combine with neutrality work.
Worked example
Sharing with clients
Members can download the PDF to print or email, or copy a private client link from the download box. Your client opens the link and downloads the worksheet on any device. No client account is needed, and nothing your client writes is stored on TherapyAid.
Frequently asked questions
Is this toxic positivity?
No. You don’t have to love your body; this simply broadens focus beyond appearance.
What if my body is unwell?
Notice any function that’s still available, even small ones.
References
Alleva, J. M., Martijn, C., Van Breukelen, G. J. P., Jansen, A., & Karos, K. (2015). Expand Your Horizon: A programme that improves body image and reduces self-objectification by training women to focus on body functionality. Body Image, 15, 81-89.
Tylka, T. L., & Wood-Barcalow, N. L. (2015). What is and what is not positive body image? Conceptual foundations and construct definition. Body Image, 14, 118-129.
This worksheet is an educational tool for use by, or under the guidance of, a licensed or registered mental-health professional. It is not a diagnostic instrument or a substitute for clinical judgement. If a client is in crisis in Canada, call or text 9-8-8 or call 9-1-1.
