Daily Contemplation Cards

Small cards. Big breath. An invitation to come home to yourself.

Order your hand written card deck

Life is full. Sometimes overwhelming. Sometimes restless. Sometimes just too fast. These cards are a gentle pause—a way to remember that you are here, that this is enough, and that something soft and true is always within reach.

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What They Are

A deck of 62 handwritten cards, each offering a single word and a short reflection. Simple, soulful prompts you can carry anywhere—crafted slowly, with care, honesty, and presence.

Created in collaboration with my sister, artist Celia Morgan, each deck currently features one of five artwork-back options. You choose which image you’d like on the back of your cards when you order.

How They Help

So often we slip into old patterns:

Silencing ourselves to avoid conflict.

Proving our worth through over-doing.

Rushing through life under constant pressure.

Each card is a doorway back to yourself. A single word can act as a gentle hand on your shoulder, reminding you to breathe, soften, and come home to yourself.

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How to Use Them

  • There’s no right way—only the way that feels right for you. You might:

    • Pull one card in the morning as a daily anchor

    • Keep a card in your journal, wallet, or on your desk

    • Use them with clients, friends, or in circles

    • Draw one in a moment of overwhelm and let it guide your breath

    • Let a single word accompany you through a season of change

    They’re small enough to slip into a pocket—and deep enough to meet you wherever you are.

A Few Words From the Deck

  • Rest — Just put it all down for a moment. Pause. Replenish.
  • Hope — Look for the light and imagine the best.
  • Simplify — Shed the complexities of life to get to the heart of things.
  • Trust — Know you are supported in everything.
  • Tenderness — Look gently upon yourself and the world.

Why They’re Handwritten

In a frantic, digitised world, these cards are intentionally handwritten. Each one is made slowly, with presence, so you can feel the care in your hands.

Every deck comes in a handmade, upcycled fabric pouch—stitched from studio scraps. No two decks are exactly the same. Each one carries story, soul, and a reminder to slow down.

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Contemplation Cards FAQ

How much are the cards?
Each deck is $50 NZD, plus postage.

How long will it take to receive my cards?
I usually ship within 10 days of your order—often sooner. If there’s a surge in demand or a large order, it may take a little longer. I’ll always keep you updated.

Can I order more than one deck?
Yes, absolutely. If you’re ordering several decks, just know it may take me a little longer to prepare them, as each one is handwritten and stitched by hand.

Can I choose my pouch colour?
Each deck comes in a handmade fabric pouch, created from upcycled studio scraps. If you have a colour preference, let me know and I’ll do my best to honour it—but it depends on what fabric I have available at the time.

 

Inside Mentorship

 

If you step into my Mentorship Founding Circle, you’ll also receive a deck of these cards. Together, we’ll use them as anchors between sessions—to support reflection, spark conversation, and give you a simple way to carry the work into daily life.

Order a Deck

Each deck includes: 62 handwritten cards by Justene
Your choice of one of five Celia Morgan artwork-back options
A handmade upcycled pouch

These are slow-made, limited in number, and each one is unique.
There’s no checkout here - just reach out if you’d like a deck, and we’ll talk it through.

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