{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F71ac1a49-8917-4d66-bff6-5f0c9322bdf9","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"Episode 123: Coming Out & Dating Safe \u2013 Mike Domitrz\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/71ac1a49-8917-4d66-bff6-5f0c9322bdf9\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 123: Coming Out & Dating Safe \u2013 Mike Domitrz","description":"The song lyrics say, \u201cA kiss is just a kiss.\u201d But how true is that? What if that kiss is unwanted? Suddenly, a sense of danger or helplessness rears its ugly head and things could suddenly go awry, in much the same way many of us feel helplessness and danger in our coming out journeys to be ourselves. Yet, when we muster up the courage to say, \u201cNo you can\u2019t treat me that way,\u201d we become empowered. It\u2019s a shift from being the victim to being the one in control. On the other side of the coin, when you ask permission to be with someone in a certain manner, you show respect, and you respect consent.\r\nLeading expert on building sexual culture based on consent and respect, Mike Domitrz, settles into The Coming Out Lounge today to give us insights into how we can become a society of permission granted rather than stealing emotional well-being from others without thinking. From dating and sexual decision-making to the joys of talking and body language, we\u2019re coming out of the closets to start asking permission before we steal unwanted kisses from others. Which in my book sounds like it\u2019s a great way to make the world a better place.\r\nShow Highlights\r\n\r\n* It comes down to is basic dignity and respect for both parties\r\n* In the long-term, respect is sexy (and wonderful)!\r\n* How is everything we do in life is a sales job?\r\n* You have the right to say YES or NO without feeling guilt\r\n* How do we become a \u201csociety of permission\u201d?\r\n\r\nConnect with\u00a0Mike Domitrz\r\nMike 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\u2019s, \u201cMy Kid Would Never Do That.\u201d\r\nToday, Mike is one of the leading experts for transforming our sexual culture to one being built on consent and respect \u2013 discussing sexual decision-making, asking first, healthy relationships, bystander intervention, and supporting survivors of sexual assault. As the brother of a rape survivor, Mike\u2019s mission is personal.\r\nHis ability to share powerful emotional moments (both serious and hilariously funny) while giving readers and audiences realistic \u201cHow To\u201d SKILLS to implement in their lives is what separates Mike\u2019s message from other experts and authors. Mike is an author with an unique combination of Provocateur and Advocate who captivates readers throughout his books.\r\nABOUT: \u201cCan I Kiss You?\u201d\r\nMike Domitrz is one of the leading experts for transforming our sexual culture to one being built on consent and respect. For over two decades, educators, military, families, colleges and individuals of all have sought out Mike and his impactful programs and speaking engagements.\r\nEveryone; people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations and socioeconomic backgrounds, need to hear the challenging and life-changing message in his just released book, Can I Kiss You?\r\nCan I Kiss You? is a fun, helpful journey revealing the faults of body language, the joys of talking, the serious impact of wrongful behaviors, how to EXPECT RESPECT from your partners throughout all facets of a relationship, how to help your family and friends, and much more! Best of all, you are going to\u00a0gain realistic skills you will have fun using in your life and sharing with those you love (both children and adults).\r\nThis insightful book full of candid advice, real-life scenarios, and interactive exercises is revolutionizing each person\u2019s approach to dating &amp; building respect \u2013 all while helping address the reality of sexual assault in today\u2019s culture, including how to intervene to help others.\r\nWhile most people simply \u201cmake their move\u201d on a date, Mike Domitrz reveals why asking first makes all the difference.\r\n<a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/DateSafe/\">Facebook</a>\r\n&lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/4b9b6c41-474a-4fd0-a374-cbb2a7aa23a4/1400x1400_uncloseted_artwork-01-573.jpg"}