One practical step
RelationshipsAccept another person's refusal
You have stopped what they do not consent to.
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Done when
You have stopped what they do not consent to.
You have stopped what they do not consent to.
Who this is for
Anyone when another person declines or changes their mind.
Why this matters
A refusal immediately changes your actions.
How to do it
Guidance compiled from the references below; follow the applicability notes for this item.
- Hear the refusal or notice withdrawal and stop what you are doing.
- Acknowledge it without bargaining, blame or demanding justification.
- Give space and discuss something else only if they want to continue.
Evidence and references
- OtherConsent 101: Respect, Boundaries and Building Trust(Opens in a new tab)RAINNความยินยอมต้องสมัครใจ ชัดเจน ต่อเนื่อง และถอนเมื่อใดก็ได้ ไม่ใช่คำอธิบายอายุยินยอมตามกฎหมายไทย อ่านประกอบการเรียบเรียง / Accessed: 2026-10-05
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