I love conversation or discussion cards for many reasons. First, as we all know communication plays a vital role in every relationship, and conversation cards provide a way to open up a deep conversation. We get to know a person, a friend, a relative, our kids, and our spouses at a different level. Oftentimes, we think that we deeply know the person but we get surprised with small interesting facts about them. Conversation cards can support family communication. I love how it can open pathways to engagement and fun especially when used around mealtimes. Family mealtimes are paramount to building a healthy relationship as well as a strong foundation between parents, children, and siblings. Depending on your children's age, communication may not come naturally. Discussion starters are a fun, engaging, and powerful tool for empowering family discussions.

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  If you have been following me for a while, you know how much I love camping. We tent camp and it's a lot of work BUT it is so worth it. It is such a great way to just unplug and connect with my family. I am sharing these fun and empowering conversation starters! They are free to download. You can laminate the cards and use a ring binder to hold all 24 discussion cards. You will notice that at the end of the questions, there will always be a "Why"? Do not skip the why question. That short question expands the magic in conversation and knowing the other person deeply in an intentional way. Enjoy these cards around the campfire, while eating your favorite camping meals, hiking, exploring, inside your trailer or camper while sipping hot cocoa or while you all are just hanging out surrounded by the beauty of nature.