Gather 2-10 humans—longtime friends or new friends. First order to play, everyone must honor this as a safe space. What is said in the game stays in the game. Come with an open heart, open mind, and insatiable curiosity.

Start with the white small talk cards, where all players answer each card. Draw 2-5 cards. We are not meant to live this life alone—life is meant to be shared, so learn from each other.

This game is a conversation, intended to prompt dialogue to learn how to better support others. All players draw one black role card. And respond from your role’s mindset. There are guided prompts on the back to inspire you. Your role is not a secret. You will switch roles frequently.

Draw an orange card. Answer the question from your own experience. All questions are introspective, illuminating, and at times intimate. Questions have three different depths (deep, deeper, and deepest) to dive get to know yourself and friendships. You will find that we are meant to answer the questions we draw. Growth in the form of telling stories, questions, and actions.

This is where the diving deeper happens. After the storyteller shares their story, the group responds with support from their role. Do your best to support the storyteller from your role. When the storyteller wants to move on, simply move the deck to the next person.

Rotate roles every round or storyteller. Play as many rounds as you want.

After the game ends, reflect. Any lingering feelings, impactful thoughts, and lasting connections from the game night. Sit with yourself. What do you love most about your Trauma Drama?