Saying No Without a Speech

Purpose: Gives you a few short lines to have ready, so you are not explaining yourself on the spot.

When to use: Use this before an event where you know you will be offered something.

Worksheet prompts

1. Three short lines you could say out loud without thinking.
   Short and dull works best. 'Not tonight.' 'I'm driving.' 'I'm good.'
2. Who is hardest to say it to, and what makes them hard?
3. What do you say if they ask a second and third time?
   Saying the same line again is allowed. It usually works.
4. Say your best line out loud a few times. How did it sound?

You do not owe anyone the reasons. A short answer is a whole answer.