The Connection Compass

The Connection Compass

Compass Issues

Compass Issue #33 — Make Room for Their World

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Lee H. Baucom, PhD
Oct 08, 2026
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Your spouse cares about things that may not matter much to you.

An interest. A concern. A goal. A small frustration.

It’s easy to listen politely and move on.

But sometimes, connection begins when you stop asking whether something matters to you...

and start recognizing that it matters to them.

In this Compass Issue, we’ll explore how showing genuine interest in your spouse’s world can deepen connection—even when you don’t share the same interests, opinions, or priorities.

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