(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.
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Reflecting
"no"
Change the subject-say, let's go get a snack, I'm hungry
"I really shouldn't this time, but thank you."
Reasoned “no”
Listen
Feelings of stress and fatigue
Letting others down
Losing friendships
Feelings of resentment
Don't want to be rude
"How about instead of me doing that, I help you with something else?"
Direct ‘no”
Damaging our relationships
Breaking the habit of people pleasing
"I know that's challenging for you, but I don't have the capacity to help you at the moment."
Neglecting our needs
Be kind
"That sounds so exciting, but we'll have to wait for another time."
Inquiring “no”
Protect our time, energy, and well-being.
Missing out on opportunities
Establish boundaries
Want to be friendly
"Unfortunately, I have too much to do today. I can help you another time."
" Sorry, I have already committed to something else. I hope you understand."
Taking care of ourselves
Nonverbal- Be firm and confident with body language
