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And for my youths listening, explorers or no explorers, you guys are faced with crazy all the time. I wanted to be 20
when I was eight and I was like dying for someone to look at me like I was older and mature.
And some people will do that with respect. They're going to give you responsibility and the room to come into
your own. But others are going to try and take advantage. I didn't know what the signs were when I was young. So let
me talk to you like the grown-up you are. You are not an idiot. So if you feel like a line is being crossed, you get
that like tingling in your spine or that jelly [clears throat] in your belly, you
know something is off. You do not have to justify it. You don't have to excuse it away. It's not your
responsibility to make adults feel comfortable. And you do not have to protect them from
their own actions. And if you realize it too late, no you didn't. It is never too late to
draw the line and stop unwanted behavior. And it is never your fault. Doesn't matter if it's a cop or your
pastor or a teacher or a coach. Whether it's an explorer program or somewhere else, you don't owe anyone your time,
attention, or access. If an officer asks to be alone or sends flirty secretive messages or just gives
you a bad feeling, tell someone you trust. And if something already happened, you
are not to blame. Even if you didn't or couldn't say no in the moment, even if it felt like
something you agreed to, power dynamics can twist what feels like a choice. And you deserve support no matter what.

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Brief Summary

Young people should trust their instincts and seek support when faced with uncomfortable situations.

Key points

Empowerment for Youth. A powerful message encouraging young listeners to trust their instincts and set boundaries.
Understanding Power Dynamics. A discussion on how power dynamics can affect choices and feelings of consent.

Episode highlights

Empowerment for YouthA powerful message encouraging young listeners to trust their instincts and set boundaries.“You do not have to justify it.”0:39Jan 10, 2026

Episode quotes

You are not an idiot.

Empowering message to youth about self-awareness.

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