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100 Ways to Play at Work #1: Alphabet Game

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There’s plenty of stuff (deadlines, clients, that Kevin guy) trying to make your job stressful on the outside, so let’s try to balance that by finding some joy on the inside. This is a series of fun little games you can play on your own or with others, to put your mind into a state of play (even while you’re at work).

#100: Alphabet Game

Have a regular conversation with your coworker(s), like you always would, but make it fun for yourself by playing the Alphabet Game. Every time it’s your turn to talk, use the next sequential letter of the alphabet.

“Hey Sarah, I need you to AI that thing.”

As you wish.”

“Thanks, it’ll be so on trend.”

Bet it will be.”

“Let me know if you need any help with it.”

Could I get more money?”

“Haha” 

Bonus challenge: Instead of going in alphabetical order from a to Z, follow the order they set. If their first word is “Help!” you reply by starting with an “I.” Just use the next letter after theirs.

Fun!