4. Let's Try it Out

Let’s Try it Out 

Lights, camera, action. You understand the basics of the ASK and ACT steps, but how do they all come together in a way that feels natural? This video re-enacts a positive brief conversation between a teacher and their student, but you can apply the principles to the kinds of interactions that you have with youth, too. 

Here’s what a great ‘brief conversation’ looks like!

Need some ideas?

We’ve provided a number of sample scripts to demonstrate. Check them out for ideas on how to apply ‘Brief Conversations’ in a variety of roles and situations. Ask yourself questions like:

“How does the adult ally approach the topic of vaping while creating a safe and open space to talk?”

“What kind of questions are asked to learn more about the youth’s experience and point-of-view?”

“How does the adult ally act to provide the youth with additional support?”

Extra Credit

The skills you’re picking up in this Toolkit can apply any to situation where you engage with youth. Download these sample scripts and start imagining the impact you’ll make! 

We’d love to hear what you think

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What's next?

Section 5: Be Compassionate

By showing compassion and encouraging youth to share their thoughts on vaping, you can help them discover their own reasons for change, as they are more likely to act on it when the idea comes from them.

The Brief Conversations Toolkit was made possible through a financial contribution from the Ontario Ministry of Education.

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