2. Characteristics of a Clear “NO” statement: Use the word “NO.” Body language supports “NO” message. Tone of voice supports “NO” message. Repeat as necessary. Use relationship-building statements, if appropriate.

3. How to say “NO”: Firmly (don’t have to get angry) Immediately, so it doesn’t get their hopes up. (Option: offer ideas or solutions to the Problem.)

4. Other Refusal Skills: Excuses Walk away Ignore Change the subject Suggest alternative Broken record Strength in numbers “Been there, done that” “Leave the door open”

5. LEAVE THE DOOR OPEN: ASK QUESTIONS: (not “WHO?”)

6. NAME THE TROUBLE: EX. Trespassing, vandalism, breaking and entering, stealing, illegal possession of alcohol, pot, etc. LEAVE THE DOOR OPEN:

7. CONSEQUENCES: Legal, school, home, health….

8. LEAVE THE DOOR OPEN: ALTERNATIVE: (planned or spontaneous)

9. LEAVE THE DOOR OPEN: LEAVE, and LEAVE THE DOOR OPEN: Invite them as you are physically leaving.

10. LEAVE THE DOOR OPEN: 1 Questions 2 Troubles 3 Consequences 4 Alternatives 5 Leave, leave door open

11. SKETCH: ( Groups 3-4) SKETCH: ( Groups 3-4) Tasks: 1.Decide on topic. 2.Establish roles. 3.Create sketch. 4.Practice. 5.Present.

12. Communication Skills for Presentations: Good volume, voice inflection, good grammar, good hand & facial expressions, eye contact, well-organized, interesting, well-paced, accurate information, enthusiastic…