Everyday Strengths takes flight

After so many of you contacted us to ask about bringing back Angels, we decided to revitalise this much-loved card set, with a new name and a fresh new look.

But don’t worry, we’ve kept all the beautiful, original watercolour illustrations by award-winning artist and art therapist, Trace Bella!

The 52 whimsical cards in Everyday Strengths each feature everyday people using their personal qualities and skills to connect, share, give, play and find joy in the simple pleasures of life.

Designed to encourage people to share their stories, each card includes a word and image to gently prompt people to reflect on the things that matter most to them.

Many people see relationships as a big strength in their lives. The cards include lots of images of the different ways we can connect, showing all kinds of relationships, from family and friends, community and the wider world, even our relationships with pets.

Nature also features strongly in the cards, inviting us to ponder the different ways the natural world contributes to our sense of wellbeing.

For some people, talking about their strengths can feel a bit confronting or overwhelming. In fact, some people may never have thought about themselves as having strengths. The soft colours and organic lines of Everyday Strengths bring a sense of calm and peace, which can help people relax into a simple, reflective exploration of strengths.

Enjoy using the cards to help people explore:

• personal qualities, skills and knowledge
• values and beliefs
• what they appreciate about the important people in their lives
• strengths they admire in others or would like to grow in themselves
• what they are grateful for
• how they connect with the world around them.

The characters in the cards—from adults, babies and dogs—retain their wings from the original Angels cards. This quirky element can open-up a whole new set of lighthearted questions, like:

• What strength would help you spread your wings?
• Which card reminds you of a time you took flight?
• What do the wings mean to you?
• Who helps to lift you up? What strengths do they have?
• Which strength would help you get a bird’s eye view of the situation?

Whether you are a counsellor, teacher, social worker, or psychologist, Everyday Strengths is perfect for having gentle, reflective conversations about the vast array of strengths people draw on everyday. Ideal for use with people of all ages in groups or classrooms, with families or one-on-one.

Available in late 2024. Preorder now!