05/26/2026
Let’s talk about what Respect for Boundaries and Consent look like in a healthy relationship.
Respect for Boundaries looks like:
❤️ Respecting physical space (no hugs, kisses or touching if you say “no.”)
❤️ Respecting privacy (ask before calling and sharing pictures on social media)
❤️ Respecting personal time (it’s okay to spend time apart and have “me time”)
❤️ Getting consent and respecting that ANYTHING LESS than an enthusiastic yes means NO
But how do you know if you have Consent? An excellent question you ask - just remember FRIES!
🍟 F - Freely given, the YES! is not forced, manipulated or coerced
🍟 R - Reversible, the YES! can be revoked at any time, even if we’re mid-activity
🍟 I - Informed, any important info (like STI status, using protection and using toys or medicinal substances) is included in the YES!
🍟 E - Exact, the YES! is clear and enthusiastic
🍟 S - Specific, the YES! is for one particular action (like kissing) and consent is still required for future acts!
We’ve created a helpful FRIES guide, which you can see and save in the comments below 👇👇👇
[Image description: A picture of a whiteboard with the words “Healthy Relationships 101” written on it. Next to the whiteboard are the words: “RESPECT FOR BOUNDARIES & CONSENT are the foundation healthy love is built on.”]