PLAYHEARTGet Playheart A mindful dice game for everyday life
A simple set of dice that turns daily life into a treasure hunt—one cast, one question, one invitation to notice more.
Take play off the tabletop
Playheart blends mindful reflection, the charm of dice games, and ideas from wisdom traditions, psychology, and neuroscience. Every cast opens a different path into conversation, contemplation, or action.
Three main games
Move
Cast the dice and open The Playbook for one of more than 300 engaging activities designed to cultivate well-being.
Connect
Discover something new about the people you love through hundreds of playful, meaningful questions.
Reflect
Hold a question in mind, cast the dice, and find a one-of-a-kind constellation of themes for reflection.
How a cast unfolds
Let chance create a unique combination of Prism, Shade, and Treasure.
Find the page that matches your cast and choose a way to play.
Reflect, ask a question, try an activity, or invite someone else into the game.
Curious before you buy?
Try the web app for a feel for the rhythm of the game. Cast a digital combination, see what appears, and bring a moment of reflection or play into your day.
Try the web appThe complete set
A portable invitation to reflect, connect, and play—built to travel with you through ordinary days and unexpected adventures.
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Durable softcover binding, anti-scratch matte finish, and foil-stamped details.
Flexible games for quiet reflection, duos, families, and larger groups.
Ships in a 100% recycled and recyclable padded mailer without excess packaging.
From the table
“Playheart ushered in a sense of grounding and playfulness that was more than welcome.”
“We stayed up late playing, contemplating, talking and laughing. It was a beautiful pause.”
“The dice are unique, the book is beautiful, and the possibilities for how to use it feel endless.”
Wall of Play
We honor the playful people who have sponsored Playheart giveaways and helped place more moments of reflection, connection, and curiosity into the world.
Lucy Wyer
Ellie Douglass
Anonymous Sponsor
Paul Willson
Ashley Nelson
Daniel Cook
The story behind the game
Jordan is an author, professor, and contemplative scientist exploring how psychology, mindfulness, compassion, and play can support meaningful change. Playheart brings together his interests in contemplative practice, game design, and the possibilities that emerge when reflection becomes playful and experiential.
He is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Naropa University, directs the Cognitive and Affective Science Laboratory, and is the author of From Self-Care to We-Care.
Learn more about JordanNo. Playheart is designed to be simple, accessible, and easy to pick up. The Playbook includes clear instructions for several games, so you can begin within minutes while continuing to discover more depth over time.
The Playbook was written primarily for adults and teens. Once a parent or guardian knows how the game works, many Playheart games can also become meaningful ways to play with children.
It is a dice game—no board required. The real play happens off the tabletop through reflection, conversation, and activities woven into everyday life.
Yes. Reach out with the details of your request and we’ll let you know what is possible.