Healthy Relationships & Consent
Building respectful connections, understanding boundaries, and developing communication skills for healthy relationships.
Understanding Consent
Learning about the FRIES model of consent and boundary-setting
FRIES Model of Consent
Consent should be Freely given, Reversible, Informed, Enthusiastic, and Specific.
- Freely given: Without pressure or coercion
- Reversible: Can be withdrawn at any time
- Informed: Knowing what you're agreeing to
- Enthusiastic: Excited and willing participation
- Specific: Agreement to specific activities
Communication Skills
Developing effective communication for expressing and respecting boundaries.
- Active listening techniques
- "I" statements for expressing needs
- Non-verbal communication awareness
- Asking clear, specific questions
Boundary Setting
Establishing and maintaining personal boundaries in relationships.
- Identifying personal limits
- Communicating boundaries clearly
- Respecting others' boundaries
- Handling boundary violations
Relationship Education
Identifying healthy relationships and developing positive relationship skills
Healthy vs Unhealthy Relationships
Recognizing the signs of healthy and unhealthy relationship dynamics.
Healthy Signs
- Mutual respect
- Trust and honesty
- Good communication
- Individual identity
- Equality and fairness
Warning Signs
- Control and jealousy
- Disrespect
- Dishonesty
- Pressure and coercion
- Isolation from others
Communication Techniques
Practical skills for effective relationship communication.
- Active listening and validation
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Expressing needs and feelings
- Giving and receiving feedback
- Apologizing and forgiving
Conflict Resolution
Healthy approaches to managing disagreements and conflicts.
- Staying calm during disagreements
- Focusing on the issue, not the person
- Finding compromise and solutions
- Knowing when to take space
- Seeking help when needed
Digital Safety & Online Relationships
Navigating relationships in the digital age safely and responsibly
Online Relationships
Building and maintaining healthy relationships in digital spaces.
- Setting digital boundaries
- Verifying online identities
- Safe online communication
- Transitioning to in-person meetings
Privacy Protection
Protecting your personal information and digital privacy.
- Managing social media privacy
- Safe sharing of personal information
- Recognizing digital red flags
- Digital footprint awareness
Recognizing Digital Abuse
Identifying and responding to abusive behaviors online.
- Cyberstalking and harassment
- Digital control and monitoring
- Non-consensual image sharing
- Getting help for digital abuse
Relationship Scenarios & Examples
Practical examples of applying relationship skills in real situations
Consent in Action
Scenario: Your partner wants to be physically intimate, but you're not ready.
Healthy response: "I really care about you, but I'm not comfortable with that right now. I need us to wait until I feel ready."
Key points: Clear communication, setting boundaries, respecting each other's pace.
Conflict Resolution
Scenario: You and your partner keep arguing about how much time you spend together.
Healthy approach: "I notice we've been arguing about our time together. Can we find a schedule that works for both of us?"
Key points: Addressing the issue calmly, seeking compromise, working together.
Digital Boundaries
Scenario: Your partner wants to share passwords and have access to all your messages.
Healthy boundary: "I value my privacy and believe trust means we don't need to monitor each other's communications."
Key points: Maintaining individual privacy, building trust without surveillance.
Need Help Now?
Immediate support for relationship issues and abuse
Relationship Counseling
Professional support for relationship challenges.
- Couples counseling services
- Individual therapy options
- Support groups
- Online counseling resources