Have you ever said yes to something you didn't want to do — just to avoid making someone else uncomfortable? In this episode, Charla sits down with Tiffany Braxton, author of Consent Comics, survivor, educator, and founder of Pennspire, to unpack what consent really means — and why it's about so much more than the bedroom.

Tiffany created Consent Comics using genderless, visual storytelling to teach peer pressure, boundaries, and consent in a way that's approachable for teens, parents, and adults alike. In this deeply honest conversation, she shares her own survivor story, how writing the book became part of her healing, and practical ways to recognize manipulation, guilt-tripping, and non-verbal cues most of us were never taught to see.

In this episode you'll learn:

• The real definition of consent (and why it's not just a "yes" or "no")

• How everyday guilt-tripping and pressure show up in parenting

• Why consent is one of the ultimate forms of self-care and empowerment

• How to recognize non-verbal "no" cues in relationships

• Why apologies and repair matter more than perfection

• How consent work supports healing from sexual trauma

• How to raise kids who understand boundaries, body autonomy, and self-respect

• Why genderless storytelling helps more people see themselves in the lessons

• How to keep the "consent conversation" ongoing with your kids — not a one-time talk

About Tiffany Braxton:
Tiffany Braxton is the author of Consent Comics, an approachable, illustrated guide to peer pressure, dating, boundaries, and consent for teens and adults alike. She is the founder of Pennspire and a graduate of Northwestern University.

📖 Get Consent Comics: https://consentcomics.com/
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Perfect for listeners interested in: consent education, healthy relationships, boundaries, parenting teens, trauma recovery, sexual assault survivor stories, people-pleasing, self-respect, dating advice, and personal growth.

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