Know Thy Self Adinkra Cards

‘Know thy self – Adinkra Cards’

50 Adinkra symbols to help know yourself that originate from West Africa. These symbols convey traditional African wisdom important to the lives of the African Diaspora (Afrikans). ‘Know Thy Self- Adinkra Cards’ were developed by Dr Erica Mapule McInnis, Chartered Clinical Psychologist (UK).

These can be used in groups (more than one pack suggested for choice), in pairs or individually. Uses include culturally informed: group icebreakers, party games, personal development, or as a rapport-building tool in talking therapy. Couples and friends can play and discus findings. Can be used by children, tweens and teens. Ask them to pick a card, then say why they chose that card. For younger children they can pick the shape they like. A meaning can then be described to them.