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If someone doesn't say 'no', they're consenting
Fact
Silence is not consent. True consent requires an enthusiastic, sober 'yes.'
Consent must be freely given, reversible, informed, enthusiastic, and specific (FRIES). Someone might not say no due to ...
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Once consent is given, it can't be withdrawn
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Consent can be withdrawn at any time, even during intimacy.
Consent is ongoing, not a one-time contract. You have the right to stop at any point, for any reason. Your partner must ...
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Being in a relationship means automatic consent
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Relationship status never equals automatic consent.
Marriage, dating, or past sexual activity does not create ongoing consent. Every sexual act requires fresh consent. Bein...
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If someone sends nudes, they're consenting to sex
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Sending intimate photos does not equal consenting to physical intimacy.
Sharing nude photos is a separate act from physical intimacy. Someone might feel comfortable sharing images but not read...
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Consent is awkward—it kills the mood
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Consent conversations increase arousal and trust for most people.
Research shows that clear communication about desires and boundaries actually enhances sexual satisfaction. Checking in ...
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If someone is drunk but says yes, it's consent
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Intoxicated people cannot legally consent. Sober consent is the only consent.
Alcohol and drugs impair judgment and the ability to make decisions. If someone is intoxicated, they cannot legally give...
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Revealing clothing implies consent
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Clothing never equals consent. Only words and actions do.
What someone wears has nothing to do with whether they're consenting to sex. A short skirt, low-cut top, or revealing ou...
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If they didn't physically fight back, they wanted it
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Freezing is a common trauma response. No physical resistance is required to communicate non-consent.
During sexual assault, many victims freeze—they can't move, speak, or fight. This is an automatic biological response, n...
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If you paid for dinner/drinks, sex is expected
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Nothing purchases consent. Generosity isn't a transaction for sex.
Buying someone dinner, drinks, or gifts doesn't entitle you to sex. Period. That's not generosity; that's a transaction....
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Consent is only about saying yes or no to sex
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Consent applies to all intimate activities—kissing, touching, photos, and more.
Consent isn't just about penetrative sex—it's required for any intimate activity. Kissing, touching, taking photos durin...
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