Never Have I Ever

Are you sure you never ever dit it?

Duration Attendees Remote
~ 20 min 5-15

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Never Have I Ever is a popular icebreaker game that is easy to play and often reveals surprising and funny facts about participants. The game involves participants taking turns making a statement starting with "Never have I ever" followed by something they have never done. If any other participants have done that thing, they must take a sip of their drink, put down a finger, or otherwise indicate that they have done it. The game continues with participants making statements and those who have done those things indicating that they have done so.

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🎓 How to use it



To play Never Have I Ever, have the group sit in a circle or around a table. One person starts by making a statement starting with "Never have I ever" followed by something they have never done. If any other participants have done that thing, they must take a sip of their drink or otherwise indicate that they have done it. The game continues with each person taking turns making a statement, and those who have done those things indicating that they have done so.





🎯 Objective



The objective of Never Have I Ever is to get to know each other in a fun and engaging way. The game encourages participants to share information about themselves that they might not otherwise share, and it helps break down barriers and build trust in a group setting.





🤔 When to use it



Never Have I Ever is a great icebreaker to use at a social event, such as a party or gathering. It's also a great way to get to know your colleagues or classmates better.





🥳 Fun facts and good to know



Never Have I Ever is a popular game that has been played in various settings, including on TV shows like "The Ellen Show" and "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon." The game can be adapted to different group sizes and settings, making it a versatile icebreaker that is always a hit.





📔 Sources



  • "The Big Book of Team-Motivating Games" by Mary Scannell, Edward E. Scannell, and John W. Newstrom
  • "101 Ways to Make Training Active" by Melvin L. Silberman
  • "The Power of Experiential Learning" by Colin Rose and Malcolm J. Nicholl




  • 🧰 Quick Takeaway



    Never Have I Ever is a fun and easy icebreaker game that encourages participants to share information about themselves and get to know each other better. The game is adaptable to different group sizes and settings, making it a versatile icebreaker that is always a hit. By playing Never Have I Ever, participants can discover surprising and funny facts about each other, and build connections and camaraderie in a group setting.



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