Phrases and Script with Beats

5 Interesting Phrases:

1. "From the get-go"
2. "Start from scratch"
3. "Let's switch gears"
4. "Jump the gun"
5. "Turn over a new leaf"
6. "Get your mind off things"

Script with phrases

Beat #1

John and Jake are at the state fair after Jake had a rough break-up with his girlfriend.

John:
Look, dude. I understand that you're upset. But... let's try to have fun. Try to forget about her for now, okay?

Jake:
Sighs. You're right. I think it's time to focus on myself and turn over a new leaf.

John:
That's right, buddy. And I will be there for you. Let's not think about her. How about we switch gears and ride on some rides?

Beat #2

Jake:
Yeah man! I'm so down for some fun.

John:
Now that's what I'm talking about!

Beat #3

After Jake and John go on some rides at the fair, they stop to get something to eat.

John: So how's your food tasting?

Jake:
(staring off in the distance)

John:
Hey! C'mon man, I thought you said you wouldn't be depressed. You just need to forget about her. Start from scratch. Ya know?

Jake:
Dude, I just don't know. I can't stop thinking about how everything happened. I didn't expect it to end that way, you know? I thought everything was going great and then... she left me. Maybe I just really jumped the gun thinking that we'd be together.

Beat #4

John: Bro, you deserve so much better! Honestly, I knew from the get-go that she was always not good enough for you. Maybe you could try to see if there are any cute girls here at the fair while we're hear. Come on, let's go,

Beat #5

John and Jake are nearing the end of the day at the fair. they then head back to their car.

Jake: Hey, man, I just want to thank you for taking me out and getting my mind off of things.

John: Of course, dude. Anytime.