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The Wheel of Consent with Betty Martin

Feb 20, 2024
Betty Martin, creator of the Wheel of Consent, discusses the dynamics of giving, receiving, taking, and allowing. The practice teaches communication, boundaries, integrity, and self-awareness. It emphasizes the importance of clear consent, vulnerability, and connection in relationships. The model can be applied to understand ourselves and relate better to others.
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ADVICE

Ask, Don't Assume

  • Ask your partner what they want instead of assuming.
  • This clarifies giving and receiving, creating genuine intimacy and connection.
INSIGHT

Taking and Allowing

  • The 'taking' quadrant involves expressing your desires for your own enjoyment with the other person's consent.
  • This differs from serving and involves open communication about what you want from the interaction.
ADVICE

Practice the Three-Minute Game

  • Practice the 'three-minute game' to explore the Wheel of Consent.
  • This involves taking turns asking for what you want and what your partner wants, fostering communication and vulnerability.
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