TRUE OR FALSE?
Everyone must hug friends if asked.
FALSE
What does it mean to have a right to your own body?
You are in charge of your body and decisions about it
What does “consent” mean?
Permission / saying yes
Name a body signal that tells you you’re upset
Fast heart, sweating, tense body
What is a “safe adult”?
Trusted adult who helps and protects you
Only safe secrets are okay to keep.
TRUE
What is one thing you are allowed to decide about your body?
Right to say no, be safe, be respected
If someone says yes first (i.e., gives consent), can they later say no (i.e., remove consent)?
Yes
Why should you pay attention to how your body feels?
Helps you make safe choices / stay in control
Give two examples of trusted adults
Teacher, parent, counselor, etc.
Consent can be withdrawn at any time.
If someone asks for a hug but you don't want to give them a hug, what should you do?
Say no thanks, give a high-5 instead
Someone leans away from you. What is the right response?
Move away / ask if it’s okay
You feel your muscles tighten and breathing speed up. What might you feel?
Angry (red zone) or anxious (yellow zones)
Someone tells you to keep a secret about something that makes you uncomfortable. What should you do?
Tell a safe adult
You should ignore when your body feels uncomfortable.
FALSE
Why is it important to respect other people’s choices about their bodies?
Because everyone has rights and deserves respect
How can you tell someone is uncomfortable without them saying “no”?
Saying no, pulling away, looking upset, silence
What is one strategy to calm your body before making a choice?
Deep breathing, counting, taking space
How can you tell if a secret is unsafe?
Safe = surprise (temporary); Unsafe = makes you uncomfortable
Which of these spaces are both public AND private? (Choose all that apply)
1) A school hallway
2) Your bedroom with a closed door
3) School bathroom
SCHOOL BATHROOM
You meet someone for the first time ever and you want to hug them. Should you? Why or why not?
No because this is something only friends or family do. You should build a relationship with that person first
Your friend keeps trying to tickle you after you said stop. What kind of boundary is this? What should happen next?
Boundary not respected; they should stop
You feel uncomfortable around someone but don’t know why. What should you do?
Trust feeling, get space, tell safe adult
You’re unsure if a situation is safe. What are two steps you can take?
Pause, leave, ask for help, tell adult