originally posted on 26-03-2015 9:45 PM

Yep it's true CeeGee, a lot is out of our hands but there is a lot we can do... Including keeping up to date with Facebook privacy changes. Sometimes I notice that suddenly lots of people I'm not friends with are liking my photos - time to check security settings!!

originally posted on 26-03-2015 9:47 PM

 

what about in relationships...

 How could you talk to your partner about sharing information about you and/or your relationship through social media? What things would you say to ensure you felt respected and that your personal information/images were being protected?

originally posted on 26-03-2015 9:52 PM

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@rose1234 wrote:

 

what about in relationships...

 How could you talk to your partner about sharing information about you and/or your relationship through social media? What things would you say to ensure you felt respected and that your personal information/images were being protected?

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I think it's important that it's a conversation that you have more than once - like you might need to revisit it as your relationship grows or changes (and especially if you are hitting splits-ville)

originally posted on 26-03-2015 9:52 PM

My boyfriend and I have made a deal that the only thing we share about us is just that we are in a relationship and on occasions post about how long we have been dating as it has been over 2 years, but other than that i want our relationship ours because people like to have a say, images are pretty much the same for me, private

originally posted on 26-03-2015 9:53 PM

nice one dreamer95 - its great youve had that convo

originally posted on 26-03-2015 9:56 PM

Its also hard to keep in mid sometimes that you might not be together forever or could have a bad break up. A friend of mine shared some very private images with her boyfriend over text message and he posted them all over the internet when they broke up badly! it was very hard for her to deal with 😞

originally posted on 26-03-2015 9:55 PM

Negotiating boundaries can be tricky in relationships and communication is key. What are some ways that you could bring up a topic like condoms, contraception or sex to start a conversation either with a partner or someone you trust to give you reliable information?

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:00 PM

Honesty is key in talking about sexual health (I think), as well as trust.

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:02 PM

I've been in plenty of relationships but we've never sat down and talked about that sort of thing, its either just happened or been mentioned in conversation. 

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:00 PM

I think everyone needs to have a talk with their partner or friend or whatever situation you're in, I'm a very straight forward person but myself i went on contraception straight away when i knew i had got comfortable and ready, When it comes to talking i just start it out and at times it's awkward but once the initial bang of it passes people get a little more comfy

I know people may not be like that but i try to just ease in the conversation also for some people.

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:02 PM

So great you are open to talking about it dreamer95, its a natural part of human life which shouldn't be frowned upon so much.

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:03 PM

i definitely agree @Fox ring! We are all just humans and its great that we can enjoy something like sex with another person

originally posted on 26-03-2015 9:57 PM

Negotiating boundaries can be tricky in relationships and communication is key. What are some ways that you could bring up a topic like condoms, contraception or sex to start a conversation either with a partner or someone you trust to give you reliable information?

 

I've got no idea! Just being honest. 

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:00 PM

Theres something great I watched over the holidays called 'Cyberbully' it was staring Maisie Williams and was perfect way to show how images can be used against everyone.

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:03 PM

Fox ring, "cyberbully" was a really good movie i thought, i just thought it was really informative but sad and just emotional but i know things happen that way

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:06 PM

I think its important for people, if they are in a relationship which they feel is getting sexual, that even if they aren't comfortable talking with a partner, that they at least see a doctor.

Even just having a condom in a wallet is something people should consider just to be on the safe side.

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:11 PM

Here's some info on contraception we have on RO http://au.reachout.com/contraception

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:13 PM

The negative consquences of sharing nude or semi nude photos could obviously be the photos being shared to other people.. I know that if things get really bad and they are spread all over the internet it could cost you a job. 

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:16 PM

People tend to forget the consequences of sending explicit photos, it could even be an accidental send. So when do you think its okay to send pictures?
Personally, I always think to myself, if I don't want my grandparents to see this photo, I probably shouldn't send it.

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:18 PM

Yeah i agree @Fox ring i think sometimes nudity can be safer just kept face to face!

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:20 PM

I agree dreamer95, its up to each individual to decide whats best for them, but should always be careful 🙂

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:18 PM

Thanks for sharing the law stuff Sophie!

originally posted on 26-03-2015 10:19 PM

Let's talk about 'healthy relationships'. What is a 'healthy relationship' and how would you know if you are in a healthy or unhealthy relationship? What should you expect from a partner in a healthy relationship?