(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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Say, maybe another time
Say, maybe another time
Nonverbal- Be firm and confident with body language
Raincheck “no”
Use ‘I’ statements
Reflecting
"no"
Change the subject-say, let's go get a snack, I'm hungry
Broken record “no”
Feelings of resentment
"Unfortunately, I have too much to do today. I can help you another time."
Want to be friendly
" Sorry, I have already committed to something else. I hope you understand."
Ignore our own needs
Don't want to be rude
Breaking the habit of people pleasing
Risk becoming overwhelmed
Feelings of stress and fatigue
"How about instead of me doing that, I help you with something else?"
Taking care of ourselves
Be clear
"I really shouldn't this time, but thank you."
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Prioritizing our own needs
Inquiring “no”
Direct ‘no”
Missing out on opportunities
Reasoned “no”
Respecting our limits
Healthier, happier future for ourselves
Establish boundaries
"That sounds so exciting, but we'll have to wait for another time."
Neglecting our needs
Listen
Damaging our relationships
"I know that's challenging for you, but I don't have the capacity to help you at the moment."
