Positive: Focuson what otherscan do, ratherthan dwellingon theirshortcomings.Continue toreflect onyourexpectationsand makeComparison:Comparingothers tounrealisticstandards orideals.Mindreading:Assuming whatothers arethinking or feelingwithout clearcommunication.Negotiable:Open todiscussion andadjustment,based on mutualagreement.Control issues:Attempting tocontrol others'behavior ordecisions.Unrealistictimeframes:Expectingothers to meetunreasonabletimeframes.adjustmentsas neededFlexible: Allowforunforeseencircumstancesor changes.Respectful:Treat otherswith dignityandconsideration.Lack of empathy:Failing toconsider others'perspectives,feelings, orlimitations.Perfectionism:Expectingothers to beflawless oralways meetideal standards.balancebetween settingexpectationsand remainingflexible toimprove yourCommunicatedclearly:Expressed andunderstood byall partiesinvolved.More manageableexpectation: Iappreciate qualitytime with my partnerbut understand thatthey have othercommitments.Realistic:Based on thecapabilities(and limitations)of the individualor group.Avoidance ofcontrol:Respectothers'autonomy.relationshipsRigid rules:Insisting on strictadherence torules, even whencircumstanceschange.Coping statement: Ican remind myselfthat it's important torespect my partner'sboundaries and findother ways to copewith my feelings.Lack ofcommunication:Not clearlycommunicating.Unmetexpectation: Mypartner shouldalways beavailable to talk tome, no matterwhat they're doing.The value of empathyand mutual respect:Understandingothers' perspectivescan help you setreasonableexpectations.Empathetic:Consider theuniqueperspectivesand feelings ofothers.The power ofcommunication:Open and honestcommunication isessential formanagingexpectations.Positive: Focuson what otherscan do, ratherthan dwellingon theirshortcomings.Continue toreflect onyourexpectationsand makeComparison:Comparingothers tounrealisticstandards orideals.Mindreading:Assuming whatothers arethinking or feelingwithout clearcommunication.Negotiable:Open todiscussion andadjustment,based on mutualagreement.Control issues:Attempting tocontrol others'behavior ordecisions.Unrealistictimeframes:Expectingothers to meetunreasonabletimeframes.adjustmentsas neededFlexible: Allowforunforeseencircumstancesor changes.Respectful:Treat otherswith dignityandconsideration.Lack of empathy:Failing toconsider others'perspectives,feelings, orlimitations.Perfectionism:Expectingothers to beflawless oralways meetideal standards.balancebetween settingexpectationsand remainingflexible toimprove yourCommunicatedclearly:Expressed andunderstood byall partiesinvolved.More manageableexpectation: Iappreciate qualitytime with my partnerbut understand thatthey have othercommitments.Realistic:Based on thecapabilities(and limitations)of the individualor group.Avoidance ofcontrol:Respectothers'autonomy.relationshipsRigid rules:Insisting on strictadherence torules, even whencircumstanceschange.Coping statement: Ican remind myselfthat it's important torespect my partner'sboundaries and findother ways to copewith my feelings.Lack ofcommunication:Not clearlycommunicating.Unmetexpectation: Mypartner shouldalways beavailable to talk tome, no matterwhat they're doing.The value of empathyand mutual respect:Understandingothers' perspectivescan help you setreasonableexpectations.Empathetic:Consider theuniqueperspectivesand feelings ofothers.The power ofcommunication:Open and honestcommunication isessential formanagingexpectations.

Expectations - Call List

(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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  1. Positive: Focus on what others can do, rather than dwelling on their shortcomings.
  2. Continue to reflect on your expectations and make
  3. Comparison: Comparing others to unrealistic standards or ideals.
  4. Mindreading: Assuming what others are thinking or feeling without clear communication.
  5. Negotiable: Open to discussion and adjustment, based on mutual agreement.
  6. Control issues: Attempting to control others' behavior or decisions.
  7. Unrealistic timeframes: Expecting others to meet unreasonable timeframes.
  8. adjustments as needed
  9. Flexible: Allow for unforeseen circumstances or changes.
  10. Respectful: Treat others with dignity and consideration.
  11. Lack of empathy: Failing to consider others' perspectives, feelings, or limitations.
  12. Perfectionism: Expecting others to be flawless or always meet ideal standards.
  13. balance between setting expectations and remaining flexible to improve your
  14. Communicated clearly: Expressed and understood by all parties involved.
  15. More manageable expectation: I appreciate quality time with my partner but understand that they have other commitments.
  16. Realistic: Based on the capabilities (and limitations) of the individual or group.
  17. Avoidance of control: Respect others' autonomy.
  18. relationships
  19. Rigid rules: Insisting on strict adherence to rules, even when circumstances change.
  20. Coping statement: I can remind myself that it's important to respect my partner's boundaries and find other ways to cope with my feelings.
  21. Lack of communication: Not clearly communicating.
  22. Unmet expectation: My partner should always be available to talk to me, no matter what they're doing.
  23. The value of empathy and mutual respect: Understanding others' perspectives can help you set reasonable expectations.
  24. Empathetic: Consider the unique perspectives and feelings of others.
  25. The power of communication: Open and honest communication is essential for managing expectations.