Ready-made Dialogue Scripts

On this page, you will find script templates for Timeout Dialogues. You can use these to prepare and facilitate your own Timeout Dialogue.

The role of the Timeout facilitator is to prepare and facilitate the conversation. This is assisted by the Timeout Dialogue template. The template includes certain recurring sections that make up the Timeout Dialogue. The template is easy to learn and, according to feedback, it helps both the facilitator and the participants to engage more effectively.

The modification of the template into a more detailed script, tailored to your specific conversation, is called a script. As the term suggests, it includes pre-written prompts for the facilitator to use during the conversation, as well as a more detailed schedule.

On this page, you will find script templates for Timeout Dialogues. You can use these for preparing and facilitating your own Timeout Dialogues. Print the script for yourself or download it to your device. Feel free to modify it as needed and add your own notes to support the conversation.

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  • Activities Before a Timeout Dialogue

    Timeout Dialogues can be prepared through various exercises. In this material package, you will find exercises for breaking the ice and practicing listening skills.

  • Timeout Facilitator Support Material

    Get ready for the dialogue with this support material, believe in yourself – you’ve got this!

  • Timeout Rules for Youth

    Go through the ground rules for a constructive conversation together before the dialogue. You can print the rules in A4 or A3 size and place them on the walls of the dialogue space or on the floor in the center of the Timeout circle.
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