The powerful impact of a simple statement.
In this brief talk, Mike Domitrz urges family members—brothers, sisters, parents—to tell children a clear, unconditional promise: if anyone ever touches them sexually without consent, the speaker will always be there for them. He recounts a personal anecdote from nearly 20 years ago when a military member approached him after hearing his message and shared that he had used the exact sentence with his 13‑year‑old sister. The sister’s emotional reaction revealed that the statement opened a deeper, trusting relationship, and the family now relies on that promise as a cornerstone of safety and support. Domitrz emphasizes that such a simple, direct reassurance can dramatically strengthen familial bonds and serve as a powerful preventive tool against sexual abuse.
