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Exploring Shame author Michael Derby talks about introducing a card set into a conversation

Visual, tactile resources, such as cards, can make meaningful conversations easier to begin, especially when words feel difficult to find. By introducing images, metaphors and creative prompts, practitioners create a safe and engaging pathway into reflection, helping people explore experiences, emotions, strengths and possibilities in ways that feel natural, respectful and accessible.

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How visual prompts can kick-start a conversation

Visual and tactile tools are increasingly being incorporated into psychology and counselling settings, offering people alternative ways to explore emotions, experiences, and personal insights through hands-on, sensory-based engagement. Sometimes a simple invitation—a visual prompt—can reduce the pressure of a face-to-face conversation.

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