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ACTIVITY 7: Saying “No” to Tobacco & Nicotine

ACTIVITY 7: Saying “No” to Tobacco & Nicotine

WAYS TO SAY NO
IF PRESSURED TO USE TOBACCO OR NICOTINE YOU MIGHT SAY
1) Say "no" and suggest something else.
Not interested. Let's go shoot hoops instead.
2) Say "no" and talk about the consequences.
No thanks. Smoking can yellow your teeth.
3) Say "no" and give them a reason or explain why you said no.
No thanks. I don't want to smell like smoke. I also want to be able to run in tomorrow's soccer game.
4) Say "no" and reverse the pressure.
No thanks. Why don't you toss the cigarettes? Most teens dislike being around smokers.
5) Say "no" and change the subject.
No thanks. Did you see the game last night?
6) Say "no" and add some humor.
No thanks. I'd like to keep my pearly whites.
7) Say "no" and walk away.
No thanks. (Exit)