The Story
THE STORY OF ALIGNED8: A JOURNEY TO CONNECTION
The journey to creating Aligned8 started with my own personal experience—a journey that spanned eight years in a relationship, five of those married. I married young, at twenty-three, with no intention of ever facing a divorce. But by twenty-nine, that chapter of my life had closed, leaving me to deeply reflect on what had gone wrong.
What I came to realise was that while we cared for each other, we were ultimately not aligned. We hadn’t asked the right questions or had the essential conversations to truly understand if we shared the same values, goals, and vision for the future. I had entered marriage without preparing myself in a meaningful way—not because I didn’t care, but because I didn’t know how.
By the end of our relationship, it became painfully clear: we could have saved ourselves eight years of time, effort, tears, and heartache if we had just asked the right questions upfront. This reflection left me asking myself over and over: What could have guided us to discover our alignment—or lack thereof—sooner? What could help others avoid this same mistake?
Aligned8 began to take shape from this question, but it didn’t stop there. I spent a lot of time speaking with friends, listening to their struggles with modern dating, and observing how society as a whole is grappling with finding true connection. So many conversations are happening on a surface level, and people are pouring time into relationships that don’t truly align with who they are or where they want to go.
I realised there was a shared need for something deeper—a way to help singles connect meaningfully and intentionally. That’s when Aligned8 was born. It’s not just a card game; it’s a tool to help people ask the right questions, explore alignment early on, and build connections that truly matter.
The name Aligned8 carries its own significance. The "8" represents the eight core categories the game explores, covering every important area of alignment in a relationship. But there’s more: the number eight symbolises new beginnings, power, and infinity. When you turn it on its side, it becomes the infinity symbol—representing endless possibilities and continuous growth. These meanings are at the heart of what Aligned8 stands for: helping people create meaningful, lasting connections that align with who they are and where they want to go.
Aligned8 exists to change how we approach connection. It’s here to guide singles toward asking the right questions, discovering shared values, and building relationships based on intentionality and alignment. Because love isn’t just about attraction—it’s about truly aligning.
How It Works
Aligned8 is a conversation starter game structured into three intentional stages:
• Curiosity: Fun, light-hearted questions to break the ice and spark interest.
• Connection: Deeper questions that help players bond and uncover shared values.
• Alignment: Hard-hitting, thought-provoking questions designed to reveal compatibility on life’s most important aspects.
Additionally, Infinity Cards bring spontaneity and playfulness, ensuring each session is unique and memorable.
Aligned8 is perfect as a date night card game, a tool to explore couple’s compatibility, or simply a way to discover deeper connections. Whether you’re just starting a relationship or strengthening an existing one, Aligned8 invites you to take the journey toward alignment.