Script Examples for Common Situations
- Work Situation: “I’ve noticed that meetings often run over our scheduled time (observation). When this happens, I feel rushed and unable to properly prepare for my next commitments (feeling). I need to honor the time blocks in my calendar (need). I’m going to need to leave meetings at their scheduled end time, and I’d appreciate agenda timeframes being respected (request).”
- Family Situation: “I’ve noticed that when I come home, I’m immediately pulled into household tasks (observation). After a full workday, I feel overwhelmed without a transition period (feeling). I need 20 minutes to decompress when I first get home (need). Would you be willing to give me that time before we discuss household matters (request)?”
- Social Situation: “I’ve noticed our conversations often turn to personal topics I’m not comfortable discussing (observation). When this happens, I feel anxious and put on the spot (feeling). I need to maintain privacy around certain aspects of my life (need). I’d appreciate if we could respect my preference not to discuss _______ (request).”
- Self-Boundary: “I’ve noticed I’ve been sacrificing sleep to complete extra work (observation). When I do this, I feel exhausted and less effective the next day (feeling). I need to prioritize my wellbeing to be at my best (need). I’m committing to ending work by 9pm and getting 7+ hours of sleep nightly (request to self).”