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Dropbox.DesignCONNECTIONCARDSLet these cards guide conversations aroundcreativity, community, collaboration,work self-actualization and wellbeing.

INTRODUCTIONEnlightened ways of working require newways of understanding how we connect.Inspired by the principles of Tarot —thesecards are designed to build connectionthrough the power of stories and play.Stories are the most powerful way wehumans connect—they bring us to a placeof better understanding. The cards representa collection of symbols and words—the bones of stories, which can be told inan infinite number of ways, depending onthe person telling the story.In work, in life, and in stories, perspectiveis key. Getting outside of our routine canradically change the way we see things andthe stories we tell. These cards prompt usto share and understand parts of our deeperselves to create a more humane, purposeful,equitable and inclusive work culture.CONTRIBUTERSMichelle Morrison, Alice Katter

INSTRUCTIONSWe recommend playing this game with yourcolleagues or project team, in a group of 2to 4 people. Use the exercise for reflection,connection, play or ritual. You can share asmuch as you feel comfortable with.GAME SET-UP1Lay out the four Situation Cards infront of you, starting from left to rightwith Situation 1 4.2Based on a classic Tarot reading, thegame starts by one player pulling fourcards. These four cards are laid outconsecutively corresponding to theSituation Cards: The first card youpulled describes your Current Situation,the second represents potentialChallenges, the third describes yourwork-related Chances for Development.3Then the readings start: The personwho’s been on the team the longestgoes through their four cards first—thefirst three by themselves, the fourth as ateam (this card needs group effort andwill be interpreted together as a team).4The goal is to read each card accordingto the Situation Cards by explaininghow you interpret the cards you pulledwith the help of the questions on theSituation Card e.g. The first card youpulled says “New Beginnings”—howdoes it relate to your Current Situation?5Once the first team member is donewith their reading, the next one follows,until every team member has gonethrough their four cards.Each card may inspire something different:feelings, energies or stories that are uniqueto you and your working experience. It’sokay if you don’t understand a card rightaway. They are meant as prompts for storytelling and interpretation.BEFORE YOU STARTWhen playing this game, you are enteringa safe space. Be honest and open—whatenters the room, stays in the room.During the game, dare to ask questionsor follow up on things that make youcurious. Start learning how to read people;the desires, challenges, fears or hopes intheir faces.WILDCARDSIf a card makes you feel uncomfortable o ryou can’t resonate with the card, pull a Wildcard! Every person has the option topull one Wildcard per reading.

ENERGY CARD (Energy, Inspiration, Purpose)Taking off at great speed.Ability to recognize the rightmoment to act, a sense of energyor hard work paying off.Listen closely!Standing up for your beliefsor staying true to what’s at stake.It might be time to take a stand,set boundaries, resist injustice, andfight to protect what you have.ENERGY CARD (Energy, Inspiration, Purpose)ACT OFDEFENCEHard work is paying off.This card can mean achievinga great level of victory,a job promotion, rewardand recognition.MOMENT OFSUCCESSEmbrace your inner child,free spirit, spontaneousness.Think about childhood memories,playfulness, and adding a youngspirit into your work life.A SPIRITOF PLAYDeciding between two paths.This card indicates a time forplanning, making decisions,analyzing or wanderlust.MAKINGCHOICESENERGY CARD (Energy, Inspiration, Purpose)GAININGMOMENTUMFeeling proud of achievements.Team appreciation, a productiveteam atmosphere, success.Don’t forget to make timeto celebrate!TIME FORCELEBRATIONClashing personalities or egos.This card can signify competition,lack of cooperation, or disagreement. Look out for patterns ofpairings you are struggling with.DEALING WITHCONFLICTSomething new is sprouting.This card can signify new ideas,creation, invention and newenterprise. It could be a good timeto start something new, that younever took the time for.NEWBEGINNINGSENERGY CARD (Energy, Inspiration, Purpose)ENERGY CARD (Energy, Inspiration, Purpose)ENERGY CARD (Energy, Inspiration, Purpose)ENERGY CARD (Energy, Inspiration, Purpose)ENERGY CARD (Energy, Inspiration, Purpose)

ENERGY CARD (Energy, Inspiration, Purpose)Coming together, friendship,solidarity. A feeling of connectedness, union, purpose, andsocial acceptance.Re-evaluating a situation.Nostalgia, reflection, feelingsof boredom or disillusion,feelings of being stagnant.ENERGY CARD (Energy, Inspiration, Purpose)FEELING OFBEING STUCKJoy, focus, being in the zone.Reflect on moments or activitiesthat make you completely loseyourself in time and space, givingyou a feeling of energized focus,involvement, and enjoyment.A focus on the negative.Being pessimistic, moments ofdisappointment, mourning,loneliness, emotional baggage.NEGATIVITY/PESSIMISMAbility to connect with others.A great time to begin newfriendships, relationshipsand socializing.EMPATHYEMOTION CARD (Feelings, Inner Conflict)SENSE OFBELONGINGBeing halfway through a battle.Drained of energy, gatheringyour strength and pushingthrough setbacks.RESILIENCECREATIVEFLOWLetting your mind wander.Daydreaming, fantasy orprocrastination. Are you givingyourself enough time to let yourmind wander?IMAGINATIONOpportunity for collaboration.A union of talents, mutual respectand appreciation of friendshipsand colleagues. Think aboutsomeone you’ve been wanting tocollaborate with–now might be agood time to start.HARMONYEMOTION CARD (Feelings, Inner Conflict)EMOTION CARD (Feelings, Inner Conflict)EMOTION CARD (Feelings, Inner Conflict)EMOTION CARD (Feelings, Inner Conflict)EMOTION CARD (Feelings, Inner Conflict)

EMOTION CARD (Feelings, Inner Conflict)This card indicates a stimulatingenvironment or mentallystimulating people to bounce yourideas off, a high level ofresonance and understanding.Being torn between tworelationships, divided loyalty.This card indicates that you maybe caught in the middle of aconflict at work or are tornbetween two loyalties,relationships or situations.EMOTION CARD (Feelings, Inner Conflict)CAUGHT INTHE MIDDLEA feeling of self-confidence, innerhappiness and satisfaction withthe work you’re doing, dreamscoming true.CREATIVEFULFILLMENTBeing honest with yourself,your colleagues, your team.An opportunity to build life skills,rise above challenges,gain self-acceptance, andimprove authenticity.HONESTREFLECTIONBeing under intense pressure,a feeling of being burned out.Check in with yourself–are you taking on too muchor in a situation withtoo much responsibility?EXHAUSTIONEMOTION CARD (Feelings, Inner Conflict)FLOURISHINGCOMMUNICATIONWalking away from people orsituations, or abandoning plans.Time for introspection, selfanalysis, career change.SETTINGBOUNDARIESThis card indicates that you needsome rest, relaxation and time forintrospection, so you can regroupand get yourself back on track.NEED FORSOLITUDEHolding on to people, things andsituations. Are you maybe tryingtoo hard to cling on to the job,people or possessions that giveyou a sense of security?OBSESSIONWITH CONTROLEMOTION CARD (Feelings, Inner Conflict)RELATIONSHIP CARD (Communication, Relationship with Self & Others)RELATIONSHIP CARD (Communication, Relationship with Self & Others)RELATIONSHIP CARD (Communication, Relationship with Self & Others)RELATIONSHIP CARD (Communication, Relationship with Self & Others)

RELATIONSHIP CARD (Communication, Relationship with Self & Others)This card may indicate that it’stime to let go of something–maybe you’ve hit a dead end witha certain project or person.But remember–when one doorcloses, another one opens.This card indicates you’reexperiencing fear of missing outon something–more fun? A betterjob opportunity? A cool project?More money?RELATIONSHIP CARD (Communication, Relationship with Self & Others)FOMOAfter a big storm. things on thework front are calming down.You may be moving into an easierphase in your work life wherethings are under control, you’reaccomplishing your goals andcompleting tasks with ease.CALMERWATERSFeelings of preservation andstability are providing a groundinginfluence in your life.SENSE OFSECURITYPracticing honesty has become achallenge. Honesty is defined astruthfulness in our spoken wordsand actions. Ask yourself where alack of honesty may stem from.LACK OFHONESTYRELATIONSHIP CARD (Communication, Relationship with Self & Others)THE ENDAre you communicating enough?Are you sharing team knowledgeregularly? Are there better waysto share information?LACK OFCOMMUNICATIONAre your work life and yourpersonal life not as separated asyou would want them to be?This card indicates an unclearwork-life balance. Try to think aboutwhat your personal life and yourwork life mean to you, where theyoverlap, and where they shouldn’t.BLURREDBOUNDARIESPutting yourself down; behaviorsor thoughts that hold you backand prevent you from doing whatyou want to do. Reflect onpatterns that create problems,disrupt workflows or keep youfrom achieving your goals.SELF-SABOTAGERELATIONSHIP CARD (Communication, Relationship with Self & Others)JOURNEY CARD (Self-Development, Career Paths)JOURNEY CARD (Self-Development, Career Paths)RELATIONSHIP CARD (Communication, Relationship with Self & Others)RELATIONSHIP CARD (Communication, Relationship with Self & Others)

JOURNEY CARD (Self-Development, Career Paths)Guidance, support, being valued.You may be feeling a strongsense of community spirit orbe compelled to help thosearound you. It could also signifya need to get someone else’stime, support or advice.This card indicates that youstill enjoy the freedom of trialand error. Innovation flourisheswhen failure is embraced,accepted, and seen as anopportunity for growth.JOURNEY CARD (Self-Development, Career Paths)FREEDOM TOEXPERIMENTDeadlines or workflowsare delayed or put off untilthe last minute. Are theseprocrastinations intentional?PROCRASTIN-ATIONFeelings of powerlessness,being silenced or censored.This card may signify a feelingof being trapped in your careeror current position.TIED HANDSThis card signifies an inspiringenvironment or mentallystimulating people to bounceideas off and create aflourishing outcome.STIMULATINGCOLLABORATIONJOURNEY CARD (Self-Development, Career Paths)COMMUNITY &MENTORSHIPThis card may represent themanifestation of ideas, ambitionsor goals, and that now is agreat time to plan and makethings happen.GROWINGMOTIVATIONThis card signifies that you realizeyour full potential, and believe inyour own self-discipline to achievethe goals you want to whilestaying true to yourself.SELF-MASTERYReflect on your motivation withinthe actual work you are doing.Has your passion decreased?Do you feel trapped?LOSS IN DRIVEJOURNEY CARD (Self-Development, Career Paths)JOURNEY CARD (Self-Development, Career Paths)JOURNEY CARD (Self-Development, Career Paths)JOURNEY CARD (Self-Development, Career Paths)JOURNEY CARD (Self-Development, Career Paths)