Parents Are Human (English + Simplified Chinese)

My parents lived through a chaotic time in China’s history, but they never really talked about it until we started playing with these cards. What a wonderful thing it was to learn new things about my parents. My mother mentioned that she really appreciated that it was the first real conversation we’ve had. Hopefully, it won’t be the last. I can’t recommend these enough.

I'm so happy to come across this game. Initially, I meant to use it so we could have Grandma talk more about her history, but I found that I was also sharing my story with my kids. It was such a gratifying experience to feel heard. I also love that it's fun and the kids don't feel like I'm making them listen to our stories. Good way to get them off their devices and open up about themselves, too!

It was so nice to sit and talk with my mom about her experiences as a little girl. My sister and I recorded her reading the questions in Thai and answering them in English. It was quite special.

Wonderful! The transliteration was great for the hindi. The questions were both fun and sentimental. There was natural conversations happening after each person’s response. This game helps people feel seen and heard. Beautiful idea! This game will be a staple at family parties.

I bought the Parents are Human & Partners are Human pack. So far me and my partner have gotten to know so many special things about each other because the cards spark up new conversations in our decade old relationship.

I liked the idea of sparking interesting conversations through the cards, but everyone found the questions really serious and difficult to jump into or take seriously. I think the game would benefit from way more relaxed questions to help get people warmed up & then you can level up to the heavier topics.

Fun and makes my family slow down and appreciate life

My husband and I love each other deeply but our connection changed after our daughter was born. I bought the partners are human deck and just pulled it out on a weekday night when we were already in bed after everyone else was asleep. We have to whisper to answer the questions, which were so engaging. This isn’t a feel-good activity. It creates room for vulnerability and connection and presence. It was all we needed after 3 and a half years almost entirely focused on surviving (kids, careers, adult life). We both loved it and made it a ritual to answer at least a couple questions every other night before we go to bed.

I highly recommend this card game to anyone who is interested in connecting or reconnecting with their families.

While I purchased the Thai to English version to connect with my mother, I have played this game with my English speaking partner and other family members, as well.

The game is incredibly versatile and sparks conversations beyond its initial prompts; it has been an investment into my family's well-being and mental health!

Tried at Christmas with grandma and it was fun and a learning experience to see how everyone reacted - and their response to her.