Having "that" conversation with your kids. #centerforrespect #respect #mikedomitrz #parenting
In this brief talk, Mike Domitrz emphasizes the importance of having a proactive conversation with children about the possibility of unwanted sexual touching. He critiques the common parental response of threatening the perpetrator (e.g., “I’ll kill them”), explaining that such language can intimidate children and discourage them from reporting abuse. Instead, he advocates for a supportive, non‑judgmental approach: assuring the child that the parent will always be there for them, regardless of the circumstances surrounding the incident (e.g., how much they drank). This focus on the child’s safety and emotional well‑being, rather than on punishing the perpetrator, is presented as the more effective way to encourage disclosure and protect the child.
