Tomorrow Looks Good...drug free : Did You "No" That?

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Did You "No" That?

Last time you were hanging out and a BFF started talking about drugs…in a "fun" way, did you “No” that?

I mean, did you signal by walking away that that conversation isn’t in your inventory? I’ll bet you did. And because of that, here’s some of what happened:

It put a little starch in your back and you walked taller.
It made it easier for you to “No” next time.
You probably encouraged somebody else to “No.”
You let the one who was speaking understand that you’re too smart for that discussion.
It sent a powerful message that you’re a leader, not a follower.
It may have helped the speaker understand that that topic doesn’t make them the life of the party after all.
It proved that you know enough to “No.” You understand how drug use can destroy everything that’s important to you and you’re not going to go there. NFM.

Congratulations! I want to say “Yes!” to your “No.” I’m proud to be your friend. You’re a winner. Tomorrow Looks Good…

– Dr Don

“There are no silver bullets, but involved parents who send a clear message of disapproval of substance use dramatically reduce the odds that their teen will get involved in tobacco, alcohol, or drugs.”