Heart Compass Cards Game
Heart Compass
A Couple's Guide to Reconnecting
Preparing for the Journey
The Heart Compass is designed to help you and your partner navigate the waters of recovery together. These cards are tools for rediscovering the strength, trust, and intimacy that live at the core of your relationship.
How to Play
- 1 Cut out the cards and group them by color/category.
- 2 Choose a "Safe Harbor"—a quiet place where you won't be interrupted.
- 3 Take turns drawing a card. Read it aloud and share your answer first.
The Three Paths
Echoes: Reflecting on shared history.
Anchors: Building trust in the present.
Horizons: Planning for your future.
The Safe Harbor Pledge
"In this space, we prioritize connection over being right. We commit to listening with curiosity, speaking with kindness, and honoring each other's pace."
Partner One Signature
Partner Two Signature
Path 1: Echoes
Revisiting the strength of our story
Echoes
What is a small detail about how we first met that you still cherish today?
Echoes
Think of a time we laughed so hard we couldn't breathe. What happened?
Echoes
What was a moment early in our relationship when you felt truly "seen" by me?
Echoes
What is a song or place that instantly reminds you of a happy time we shared?
Echoes
Before things got complicated, what was the #1 quality in me that drew you in?
Echoes
What is an "inside joke" or tradition we used to have that you miss the most?
Cut along the card borders
Path 2: Anchors
Building trust in the present moment
Anchors
What is one way I have shown you that I am reliable or present this week?
Anchors
When you are feeling overwhelmed, what is the best way for me to support you?
Anchors
What is a boundary we can set together that would make you feel safer?
Anchors
What is a "small win" in our communication that you've noticed recently?
Anchors
What can I say or do to help you feel safer sharing "hard truths" with me?
Anchors
How do you define "trust" right now? What does it look like in action?
Path 3: Horizons
Growing our dreams for the future
Horizons
What is one new habit you'd like us to start once we transition home?
Horizons
If we could take a "healing trip" anywhere next year, where would it be?
Horizons
How can we make "unplugged" time a priority to keep our connection strong?
Horizons
What does "intimacy" mean to you beyond physical touch?
Horizons
What is one goal you have for *us* as a team for the next six months?
Horizons
Finish this sentence: "I am most excited to rediscover ______ with you."
Your Choice
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Our Compass Log
Recording the discoveries of our journey
Today, I felt most connected to you when...
Partner One
Partner Two
One thing I want to remember:
One commitment I'm making:
"Trust is built in the small moments."