You’ve got your Values Vault Cards, now what? Let’s get started!
When you first open your box, take a moment to appreciate the beautiful spectrum of colors the cards create! The vibrant rainbow not only looks great but will also help you organize and connect with the cards as you go.
For ease of use, start by separating the cards into their four distinct decks. Flip them over to see the color on the back—this will tell you where each card belongs.
If you're new to sorting or are a therapist working with clients, the easiest place to start is by combining the Green and Blue decks. These decks focus on personal values, which is a great way to begin your values exploration and set a foundation for future sorting.
If you’re looking to dive into career-focused values, combine the Green and Orange decks. This combo is perfect for career counseling, exploring job changes, identifying burnout, or preparing for employee reviews and job interviews.
The Purple deck is a deeper dive into personal growth and values, so it’s up to you whether you want to do this one separately or combine it with the others for a comprehensive exploration. If you’re feeling ambitious, give it a go on its own!
For a more interactive experience, try this: I had one family group (during a holiday) split the cards into three groups: Blue, Green+Orange, and Purple. Three people at a time worked on sorting the cards and finding their top values from their deck. After taking a photo or jotting down their top values, they switched decks with someone else until each person had sorted all three decks. It was a great way to compare and understand what everyone valued in their personal and professional lives—and it sparked meaningful conversation!
Happy sorting!
