Setting: Kai and Erin are watching a movie together.
Only “Yes” means yes and a coerced yes, isn’t a yes
Such as “Yes!” “Heck Yeah!” “Yes, Please!” “Oh Yes!” “Yes I like that!”
A hesitant yes, such as “well, ok,” or “I guess if you want to” isn’t enthusiastic and therefore not consensual. Remember to keep tone of voice and body language in mind. Make sure their tone and body language is enthusiastic too.
Specific, such as “Can I _____ with your _____.”
Continuous checking in with your partner or friends to make sure they are still comfortable with whatever you may be doing.
No drugs, alcohol or sleeping medication has been consumed.
If one person is impaired, they are unable to give consent of any kind.
