PORTO, Portugal – October 2025 — In a world of constant scrolling, instant replies, and endless distractions, one thing has quietly gone missing: genuine human connection. The ASK Game, a conversation card game designed to spark curiosity, closeness, and depth, is helping people rediscover what truly brings us together — presence, listening, and the art of asking good questions.
Two decades of research have shown the importance of meaningful, high quality relationships in human wellbeing. The Harvard Study of Adult Development, which followed participants for over 80 years, revealed that intimate, fulfilling relationships — not wealth or fame — are the strongest predictors of happiness and long-term health. Life coach Tony Robbins is known for saying that “the quality of your life equals the quality of your relationships.Yet, despite being “always online,” many people today feel more disconnected and lonely than ever.
“The digital age created a paradox,” says The ASK Game co-founder Filipa Cardoso. “We’re constantly in touch, but rarely in tune. ASK is our invitation to slow down, look someone in the eyes, and remember how good it feels to truly be with one another.”
Carving Out Space for Intimacy
Relationship counselors have warned of the expense of digital distraction to intimacy. Renowned psychotherapist Esther Perel has pointed to how pervasive notifications and shallow online interaction can destroy the foundations of intimate relationships.
The ASK Game offers a simple antidote — time, curiosity, and presence. By means of questions that inspire curiosity, the participants are challenged to share thoughts, stories, and insights that might otherwise go unexpressed, reminding us of how much there still is to discover about one another. Whether you’re deepening a romantic relationship, connecting with family, or simply spending quality time with friends, the game makes it easy to go beyond surface-level exchanges.
What Happens When You Start Asking Questions
Psychology has long shown that asking open-ended questions and having another presence them helps people feel seen, heard, and valued. Couples who ask each other thoughtful questions and practice active listening often report higher levels of satisfaction and fulfillment in their relationships.
The ASK Game is based on this concept. By inquiring meaningful questions in an inviting and friendly way, it helps to create the building blocks for authentic connection.
Major benefits are:
- Building intimacy through curiosity and openness.
- Strengthening trust through communication and presence.
- A playful tool that turns ordinary time together into meaningful, memorable connection.
The Science of Fulfillment
Research shows that strong relationships reduce stress, boost resilience, and even improve physical health. But the magic of ASK goes beyond data — it’s in the lived experience. Families who play together grow closer. Couples rediscover each other. Friends create memories that feel grounding in an age of digital noise.
Deceptively simple is the game, since it’s a deck of questions, but what it does shows its power. It allows people to love more, connect more deeply, and be more satisfied in relationships.
To learn more about The ASK Game and how it helps to create connection, visit www.theaskgame.com.
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About The ASK Game
ASK is dedicated to reimagining how we connect, offering thoughtful games and tools to help you live with clarity, purpose, and joy. Founded by siblings Filipa and Nuno Cardoso, ASK emerged in response to a growing sense of disconnection in an increasingly digital world. It offers card decks and a guided journal, designed to accelerate self-knowledge and connection through asking intentional questions, allowing us to understand someone faster and deeper – including ourselves. By opening doors for deep diving and discovery, ASK invites presence, vulnerability, and meaningful dialogue, ultimately helping individuals connect more deeply with themselves and others to design a life aligned with their truest intentions. You can purchase The ASK Game and find more information on their website www.theASKgame.com
To receive the first week of The ASK Journal for free, sign up at https://journal.theaskgame.com/
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Last modified: October 17, 2025
