The Dating Bill of Rights
You have the right to:
express your opinions and have them be respected
have your needs be as important as your dates or your partners needs
make suggestions re: mutual activities
change your mind
not take responsibility for the actions of others
say NO
be safe from abuse
ask for affection
refuse affection
say no to sex at any time
be heard
set your own limits
spend your time with others including family and friends
set your own goals and have the time and space to achieve them
resolve conflict to mutual satisfaction
ask for a date
refuse a date
say no to lending money
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Safety Precautions in a Dating Relationship
Date in public places until you get t know each other
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Know the exact6 plans when you are going out and let family or friends know where you are and when you will return
arrange with family or friends that you can call for a ride or help whenever you need it
let it be known that someone is expecting you home or to call
have enough money to pay for your own ride home
if you are uncomfortable in a situation, trust your feelings, remain calm and try to think of a way to remove yourself as soon as possible or alternatively enlist the help of others
never let anyone force you into an "alone" situation or suggest the same if you are feeling uncomfortable
decide your sexual limits before you are in a pressure situation
be prepared for sexual pressure and think about how you will handle it
be aware of your increased inability to react when you consume alcohol or drugs
watch your own drinks carefully
clearly communicate your limits, remain firm and don't give in to pressure
if you are abused in any way, tell someone, don't let guilt, shame or fear prevent you from getting the support you need
Individual Responsibilities in a Dating Relationship
To know your limits
To know your own values and to act on them
To respect the limits of others
To communicate clearly and honestly
To be assertive with others (respectful)
To ask for help when you need it