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May I Kiss You? A Candid Look at Dating, Communication, Respect, & Sexual Assault Awareness
May I Kiss You? is an in-depth look at the realities of dating and intimacy. While most people simply "make their move" on a date, Mike Domitrz reveals why asking first makes all the difference. Domitrz's candid advice, real-life scenarios, and interactive exercises will revolutionize your approach to dating while adding romance, building respect, and heightening your awareness of sexual misconduct and assault. Students, parents, educators, and professionals are experiencing powerful success with this innovative, respectful, and fun approach to dating.
128 pages, Paperback
First published March 27, 2003
About the author
Mike Domitrz
7 books14 followersFrom “the look” to “making the move” – we’ve been taught it all wrong.
Mike Domitrz is known for the impact his programs, trainings, and publications have made across the world for parents, teenagers, families, educational institutions, the US military, and the media. You may have seen him as the featured expert on Dateline NBC's "My Kid Would Never Do That."
Today, Mike is one of the leading experts for transforming our sexual culture to one being built on consent and respect – discussing sexual decision-making, asking first, healthy relationships, bystander intervention, and supporting survivors of sexual assault. As the brother of a rape survivor, Mike's mission is personal.
His ability to share powerful emotional moments (both serious and hilariously funny) while giving readers and audiences realistic “How To” SKILLS to implement in their lives is what separates Mike’s message from other experts and authors. Mike is an author with an unique combination of Provocateur and Advocate who captivates readers throughout his books.
Mike Domitrz is known for the impact his programs, trainings, and publications have made across the world for parents, teenagers, families, educational institutions, the US military, and the media. You may have seen him as the featured expert on Dateline NBC's "My Kid Would Never Do That."
Today, Mike is one of the leading experts for transforming our sexual culture to one being built on consent and respect – discussing sexual decision-making, asking first, healthy relationships, bystander intervention, and supporting survivors of sexual assault. As the brother of a rape survivor, Mike's mission is personal.
His ability to share powerful emotional moments (both serious and hilariously funny) while giving readers and audiences realistic “How To” SKILLS to implement in their lives is what separates Mike’s message from other experts and authors. Mike is an author with an unique combination of Provocateur and Advocate who captivates readers throughout his books.
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January 11, 2019
First, I would like to thank the author for this wonderful chance to read the book for free.
He recently came to my school and offered us a chance to read a book on consent basically.
The book was very interesting and had you questioning what your actions really mean.
I really like the different examples perceptive that were used.
He recently came to my school and offered us a chance to read a book on consent basically.
The book was very interesting and had you questioning what your actions really mean.
I really like the different examples perceptive that were used.
March 23, 2015
Everyone should read this book, but it's an especially good one for families whose children are soon to be of dating age, and for organizations that work with children and teens.
Sexual assault awareness may seem like a difficult topic to bring up, but Michael Domitrz goes over things in such a conversational way, starting with the topic of kissing, that it makes the topic non-intimidating.It's non-gender-specific, accepting the reality of the situation that both males and females can be victims and that everyone has the potential to sexually assault someone else.
There is zero victim-blaming in this book, accepting the reality that only the offender is to blame, never the victim, no matter who is victim is. The book also deals with ways that everyone - absolutely everyone - can help stop the occurrence of sexual assaults by examining our own assumptions and stereotypes, speaking out against sexism and harassment, not contributing to sexual double standards for boys and girls, and promoting a culture of open, honest communication around consent.
The book also includes positive, helpful ways you can be a supportive friend or family member to someone who's been assaulted. It contains plenty of interactive activities and resources to go to for further information and to help people take action toward a consent culture. It's a wonderful resource, full of hope and positivity, and that's why I really can't recommend this highly enough.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for this review, which represents my own honest opinion.
Sexual assault awareness may seem like a difficult topic to bring up, but Michael Domitrz goes over things in such a conversational way, starting with the topic of kissing, that it makes the topic non-intimidating.It's non-gender-specific, accepting the reality of the situation that both males and females can be victims and that everyone has the potential to sexually assault someone else.
There is zero victim-blaming in this book, accepting the reality that only the offender is to blame, never the victim, no matter who is victim is. The book also deals with ways that everyone - absolutely everyone - can help stop the occurrence of sexual assaults by examining our own assumptions and stereotypes, speaking out against sexism and harassment, not contributing to sexual double standards for boys and girls, and promoting a culture of open, honest communication around consent.
The book also includes positive, helpful ways you can be a supportive friend or family member to someone who's been assaulted. It contains plenty of interactive activities and resources to go to for further information and to help people take action toward a consent culture. It's a wonderful resource, full of hope and positivity, and that's why I really can't recommend this highly enough.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for this review, which represents my own honest opinion.
May 15, 2016
Hott Review:
What I liked: May I Kiss You? is a great book that concisely explains what consent is and why it’s necessary. In addition to the short chapters that help with every aspect of this – including how to support a friend – May I Kiss You? has highlighted sections detailing specifics and has thought-provoking questions and info on where to go if you need/want more info.
Even though it’s written more like a conversation there is so much great info in May I Kiss You? it really belongs on the shelf of every person.
What I didn’t like: It truly annoys me that we NEED books like this. Why is this an issue? Why do we need to explain in detail what consent is and why it’s necessary?
See more about what I thought - http://www.hottbooks.com/review-may-k...
What I liked: May I Kiss You? is a great book that concisely explains what consent is and why it’s necessary. In addition to the short chapters that help with every aspect of this – including how to support a friend – May I Kiss You? has highlighted sections detailing specifics and has thought-provoking questions and info on where to go if you need/want more info.
Even though it’s written more like a conversation there is so much great info in May I Kiss You? it really belongs on the shelf of every person.
What I didn’t like: It truly annoys me that we NEED books like this. Why is this an issue? Why do we need to explain in detail what consent is and why it’s necessary?
See more about what I thought - http://www.hottbooks.com/review-may-k...
February 16, 2017
I bought this book several years ago when the author came to my college campus to speak.
It was interesting to revisit the topic now, at least 6 years after the fact. I'm glad I took the time to finally read this, as I am a single female in this world of ours, but I didn't really care for the style. I enjoyed seeing the different perspectives offered & found many thoughts enlightening, but was put off by the recommended group exercises & discussions.
Like I said: enlightening... but definitely geared more towards a type of group setting/dialogue vs. (as one would usually read a book,) single reading.
It was interesting to revisit the topic now, at least 6 years after the fact. I'm glad I took the time to finally read this, as I am a single female in this world of ours, but I didn't really care for the style. I enjoyed seeing the different perspectives offered & found many thoughts enlightening, but was put off by the recommended group exercises & discussions.
Like I said: enlightening... but definitely geared more towards a type of group setting/dialogue vs. (as one would usually read a book,) single reading.
September 14, 2013
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