Make a list of times you have made bad decisions
Say clearly that you do not want to participate
Politely say "I don't mean to be rude, but may I interrupt for a moment?"
Leave the situation
Politely ask if you can participate
Polietly say "I'm sorry to cut you off, but I have somewhere I need to get to"
Asking for someone elses name
wait for a pause in the conversation
Shaking Hands
Explaing why you need a favor
Saying your name
suggest something else to do
ask a friend to help introduce you
Tell them you appreciate any help they can give
Reflect on consequence sof decisions
Build a relationship with them beforehand
count to 10 when you have an urge to do something
ask what the activity or conversation is about
