We're raising teenage sons and a young daughter. I grew up in a high control religion steeped in purity culture that caused a lot of trauma and resulting cptsd from an abusive first marriage.
In my own healing, I realized that I wanted a different message for my kids than the poor outcomes from a "save it for the wedding day" message.
I bought several books that ended up being a little too "loosely goosey" and liberal for our needs, but this book Consent is exactly what I was looking for. Basic information on a variety of topics without being overwhelming or T.M.I. The focus of this book was defining what emotional and physical boundaries might look like, what coercion and abuse looks like, and how to communicate. All stuff I wasn't taught, but thankfully is summed up in this perfect little book that will give our kids a solid, safe, smart start to their sex lives.
We don't want our kids to be abusive, nor be abused. Boundaries and communication are key for true Consent.
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Belongs On Every Family Bookshelf
I read this book with an eye to buying a few copies for young family members - that's definitely happening. Although the word "teen" is part of the subtitle, it's an excellent resource for readers of ANY age, and is not "too young" for college age people as well.Disclaimer: I'm personally acquainted with the author.It's very well organized and presented material, from what sex is, dating and relationships, CONSENT and communications, safer sex, through to sexual assault. Which is something young people need to know about, as most will experience it personally or will know someone who does.Does it promote sex before marriage? No. It promotes KNOWLEDGE before sexual activity - knowing oneself, being comfortable checking in with oneself, saying no to sex for whatever reason. HEARING No, whether it is loud, soft, or indirect, and understanding that the absence of No is not a Yes.My one beef about this wonderful book is that the font for most of the text is small. So if you have vision issues, you might need magnifying glasses, or do better with the e-book version. But DO get a copy, for the family bookshelf.
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I read this book with an eye to buying a few copies for young family members - that's definitely happening. Although the word "teen" is part of the subtitle, it's an excellent resource for readers of ANY age, and is not "too young" for college age people as well.
Disclaimer: I'm personally acquainted with the author.
It's very well organized and presented material, from what sex is, dating and relationships, CONSENT and communications, safer sex, through to sexual assault. Which is something young people need to know about, as most will experience it personally or will know someone who does.
Does it promote sex before marriage? No. It promotes KNOWLEDGE before sexual activity - knowing oneself, being comfortable checking in with oneself, saying no to sex for whatever reason. HEARING No, whether it is loud, soft, or indirect, and understanding that the absence of No is not a Yes.
My one beef about this wonderful book is that the font for most of the text is small. So if you have vision issues, you might need magnifying glasses, or do better with the e-book version. But DO get a copy, for the family bookshelf.
Disclaimer: I'm personally acquainted with the author.
It's very well organized and presented material, from what sex is, dating and relationships, CONSENT and communications, safer sex, through to sexual assault. Which is something young people need to know about, as most will experience it personally or will know someone who does.
Does it promote sex before marriage? No. It promotes KNOWLEDGE before sexual activity - knowing oneself, being comfortable checking in with oneself, saying no to sex for whatever reason. HEARING No, whether it is loud, soft, or indirect, and understanding that the absence of No is not a Yes.
My one beef about this wonderful book is that the font for most of the text is small. So if you have vision issues, you might need magnifying glasses, or do better with the e-book version. But DO get a copy, for the family bookshelf.
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