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Card Talk

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Series of playing cards as used with Card Talk conversation starter game

Card Talk

Conversation starter game that builds meaningful connections.

  • Simple
  • Empowers choice
  • Fosters sharing
  • Multiple variations
  • Ideal for all groups

Step-by-Step Instructions

This conversation starter game naturally encourages authentic sharing while respecting individual comfort levels. Card Talk offers a refreshing twist on the traditional get-to-know-you game format, making it particularly effective with diverse groups. As a fun icebreaker activity, it creates multiple opportunities for meaningful dialogue without pressure. The flexible structure allows participants to control their level of self-disclosure, making it ideal for breaking down social barriers gradually.

Card Talk – Conversation Starter Game
  1. Lay a deck of playing cards face-up in front of your group.
  2. Invite each person to select one card from the deck based on how brave they are feeling.
  3. If they are feeling brave, they may choose a high-value card, or if they would prefer to play it safe, they may choose a low-value card.
  4. Once every person has taken a card, invite them to find a partner (see Getting into Pairs for ideas.)
  5. Instruct each person to share as many things about themselves according to the value of their card, ie a person with a Two will share two things while their partner holding a Jack will share ten things.
  6. Invite each person to interact with as many different partners as they can within the allotted time frame, eg 10 minutes.

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