Tackling emotional Issues

Being supportive...

"It makes new people of us and reminds us of who we have been" - Frances F 1999, Age Concern.

Many Happy Returns Chatterbox cards often prompt an emotional response - both happy and thoughtful.

Of course, not all memories bring a smile to the face, even though research shows that we tend to rose-tint some of our memories.

The cards encourage people to recall the happy ones. Of course, on occasion, some people will need support and empathy with emotional feelings that some personal memories might trigger.

The best thing is to try not to be judgemental but to be as supportive and kind as possible - and expect to be surprised and moved yourself by people's stories. And Many Happy Returns Chatterbox cards are an enjoyable, two-way process, so don't forget to share your own stories as well.

For everyone, sharing in this way in the present, we can enjoy ourselves through the past, stretch our memories, imaginations and experience, and develop new confidence and skills for the future.