James Swanwick
James Swanwick
From Awkward to Confident: How to Turn Down a Drink with Coach Teri & Coach Matt
From Awkward to Confident: How to Turn Down a Drink with Coach Teri & Coach Matt
From Awkward to Confident: How to Turn Down a Drink with Coach Teri & Coach Matt
Wednesday 13th August 2025
Teri & Matt share tips on confidently turning down drinks, including scripts and body language tricks. Learn how to handle social situations with ease.
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Get the buttons here!Mastering the Art of Saying No: Tips from Teri & Matt
Episode Overview
- Use confident body language when refusing a drink.
- Employ a 'because' statement to reinforce your choice.
- Understand that pushback is often less than expected.
- Scripts can help navigate social situations smoothly.
- Embrace your alcohol-free identity with pride.
I've had enough in my drinking days to substantiate the rest of my life.
Ever found yourself squirming at the thought of saying 'no' to a drink? Coaches Teri and Matt have been there, and they're here to share their journey from awkward beginnings to confident refusals. This episode of Alcohol-Free Lifestyle is packed with practical tips and personal stories that make turning down a drink less of a chore and more of a triumph. You'll hear about the importance of body language and how it can say as much as your words do.
Teri and Matt discuss the evolution of their own approaches, revealing how they transitioned from feeling uncertain to embracing their alcohol-free identity with pride. They offer useful scripts for those tricky social situations and highlight the effectiveness of using a 'because' statement to reinforce your decision. It's not just about what you say, but how you say it, and they've got the tools to help you say it with confidence.
Whether you're just starting out or have been alcohol-free for years, this episode provides valuable insights on handling social pressures with grace. So, if you're looking for ways to boost your confidence in saying no, tune in to learn how Teri and Matt mastered the art of refusal. Could their stories inspire your own journey?