Enlighten Up

These wise guys came up with the idea of producing a whimsical deck of cards and guide book with some of the things they had learned from – and through – dogs over the years. Some are hysterical. Some are almost Buddha-like. All are very well done!

I am a Certified Life Coach and use cards with clients all the times and use them with my family to test them. My 20 year old son was leaving for a road trip and I asked him to pick a Divine Dog Wisdom Card. He groaned but did anyhow. Earlier that morning he had shared with me a discussion he had with his girlfriend about how he needed to cultivate more empathy and compassion in his life. Guess what Dog Card he picked later that day? Empathy. He stood there and smiled. It was a moment, however brief we shared a meaningful connection. This is what Divine Dog Wisdom Cards have brought me, moments that are rich, deep and inspiring, every time I use them.

I work in the human resources department in a medium size organization (400 employees).  My role entails coaching employees to find solutions, access resources and help them successfully navigate the work culture and environment.   When we are come to the end of our conversation, I often ask if they want to draw a card. Most have never seen a Divine Dog Wisdom card deck much less used one.  Most employees are very curious and say yes and they draw a card from the Divine Dog Wisdom Deck.  The card they select is always pertinent, adding insight to the topic we just discussed. It is magical!  The Divine Dog Wisdom Deck cards are inviting and engaging.  They raise curiosity and interest for the user to look deeper.  The cards focus attention on what they intuitively already know.  The use of the cards have led to productive and rewarding discussions and insights for employees in a way traditional tools might not.  This deck is a staple in my tool box now!

I am a nationally certified counselor and a licensed professional counselor.  I use the Divine Dog Wisdom Card deck and guidebook with clients all the time.  When a client does not have a charged presenting issue or seems to not have clarity on what to work on next I have them pick a card and explore the guidebook.  I love that the guidebook doesn’t say the card means only one thing but has a variety of inquiries to explore for each card.  It invites the user to engage in their own reflection and meaning, like our real faithful companion pets do.  It always sparks or leads to the conversation or direction that serves the client.  This deck is a staple in my tool box.  I use them for my own guidance too!