Respecting Yourself
Each of us is unique and self-respect might mean something different to each of us.
Read these stories from other Alaskan youth about their road to respect. Click here.
HERE ARE THE BASICS.
Trust your instincts. They are usually right.
A lot of us second guess ourselves, but if we take the time to trust our instincts we usually know if something “feels right”. If it doesn't feel right…get out and get help.
Draw your line and stick to it. Let your friends, boyfriend or girlfriend know what you feel comfortable doing and not, and stick to it.
Whether online or in person. We all have a line that we do not want to be crossed.
Know what your line is and communicate it clearly.
If your line has been crossed. Get help. If you are in a violent relationship, it is unlikely to just stop or go away. You cannot change your boyfriend or girlfriend's behavior by changing your behavior…. And you are not responsible in any way for the violence. Your boyfriend or girlfriend may need counseling or other outside help to change and you may need support so that you can begin to heal. Read more information on how and where to get help.
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