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Do soulmates exist? You'll know the answer in this post.
There are many relationship questions that we rarely know the answers to. Fortunately, people find my posts about dating and relationships helpful in answering personal or existential questions. My thoughts have also been published on websites like Her Norm and Lifehack.org.
So, how do you know if someone is your soulmate? Let's get started!
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Do Soulmates (Really) Exist?
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Soulmates have been a central topic in relationships for the longest time. It raises the question of whether relationships are determined by fate or chance. We cannot deny the existence of soulmates, as there really are some people who are drawn to each other no matter where they are in life.
A true soulmate connection is found in many kinds of relationships. Granted, you may find it in a romantic partner, but you can also find it in a friend or a family member. You can even have multiple soulmates in a lifetime. When you find a person you feel is too valuable to lose, then you will have found your soulmate.
Believing In The Concept of a Soulmate
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It's not hard to believe in soulmates because there are people who jive in every aspect. When someone asks you, "Who is your perfect match?" the first person that comes to your mind is most likely your true soul mate. Other relationships have to adjust to each other and compromise. Being in a relationship with your soulmate means you fit so perfectly that there is less need for change.
Most soulmates don't even need much adjusting initially. They communicate and connect to each other in a different way than other people do. The soulmate concept may seem unbelievable to others because it seems almost impossible to find someone who matches your soul perfectly. It may also be because they haven't found their match yet.
The concept of a soulmate exists in the mind of those who believe that romantic love, platonic love, and the many other types of love can withstand any challenge or trouble that they may encounter.
Soulmate Versus Regular Relationship: Is There A Difference?
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The main difference between a soulmate relationship and a regular relationship is the belief that there is no room for change.
When you believe that you're with your soulmate, you tend to depend on the fact that you're perfect for each other. You believe that your love story will inspire people for ages. Your compatibility outranks any other partnership you have in your life. You believe your partner is the perfect person for you, bar none. Believing in destiny makes you search for your perfect mate, no matter the cost.
On the other hand, a regular relationship often brings along the most unwelcome guests - conflicts and reality.
In the bubble of the soulmate world, people rarely have pressing issues they need to address. After all, they are perfect for each other. However, in real life, humans are imperfect and have many flaws that need to be addressed.
Finding the right person who will accept you for who you are and help you grow into a better person is the key to happiness in regular relationships. People who believe in growth don't often welcome the idea of soulmates. Instead, work on the relationship at hand and do what they can to make each other happy.
How Do You Know If You've Found "The One"?
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Finding "the one" is not as easy as you think. We've been conditioned to find the perfect human being for ourselves and get married one day, but it's not that simple. Most people have to go through countless encounters and date multiple people, only to find out ten years down the road that they don't have the same goals in life.
When you find the one, it usually involves all the necessary aspects clicking together seamlessly. You will most likely be attracted to them in every single way. You'll see it in your body language attraction and how you crave being close to them all the time.
You will also know if you've found the one if you have unconditional love for them. It's not just about accepting the person for who they are but also about learning to forgive them when they hurt you. Trusting someone to learn from their mistakes, especially ones that hurt you, is a great deal of emotional dependence that only works when you both are destined for each other.
Anyone in a successful relationship will tell you that growing together also means discovering your capacity to forgive. You can work on your mistakes and move forward together when you truly love a person.
You will also know you have found the perfect person for you when you feel like you want to marry them, even when it's in the early days. Everyone knows how difficult married life can be, and when you picture yourself taking on the challenge with a specific person, that is definitely the one for you. Marriage can ruin even the best of relationships, so when you take the plunge together, and you see that it strengthens your bond, even more, that's when you'll know you made the right choice.
Tips To Consider in Search of "The One"
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Lucky people find the one early in their lives. They usually have less heartbreak and stress because dating isn't necessary. Finding your life partner early is an experience to be proud of.
However, not everyone is that lucky. In fact, you might have to date the wrong person many times to actually find the right one. Whether it is a romantic or platonic soulmate you're looking for, we've got useful tips to help you find them.
Tip #1: Be the best you.
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Before you find someone to join your life, it's important that you are completely happy about it. Find time to engage in your passions and create an attractive personality by finding activities that make you happy. It is wrong to look for a life partner because you are unhappy.
You should be content with yourself and constantly try to better yourself to the best of your abilities. You will soon find that doing these will attract a soul connection that you never expected.
Tip #2: Look in the right places.
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There may be some instances where you've been attracted to someone, but they don't really fit the profile of "the one." That's because you may have found them in the wrong place. Go to the right places to find the perfect person for you.
Don't go to music stores and ask someone out when you know that you don't really enjoy going to concerts or playing instruments. Don't go to pet stores and ask for a pet owner's number when you despise animals. If you want someone adventurous, try joining hiking groups that are happy to take you with them.
If you want someone who cares, join a local charity and find people with the qualities you like.
Tip #3: Keep an open mind.
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Soulmates don't have to match your every interest and hobby. Sometimes, the mere connection will overpower any differences you might have. When you talk to people, it's important to make an effort and really get to know them.
You might be missing out on great connections when you find small differences that you'll find don't really bother you in the long run. In fact, a healthy relationship might just have the right amount of diversity that will keep it interesting for years to come.
Tip #4: Set realistic expectations.
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Finding "the one" will be tedious and difficult. Make sure that you set realistic expectations when you embark on this journey. Don't expect that the first person you find will automatically be the one. You will most likely date many people before you find your match.
You'll be going through many terrible dates before you commit to the person who connects with you on another level.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do you need some more information about soulmates? Here are a few frequently asked questions that can help you out:
Do couples still need to work on their relationship if they feel they've found their soulmate?
Honestly, yes. Like I've said, soulmates may have it a little easier than others because they agree on many things other couples argue about. But, that does not excuse them from all kinds of conflict. We cannot predict many things, like sickness, financial trouble, family disputes, and a lot more. These can cause problems that even soulmates need to bend over backward to solve.
What are some tips for couples who feel they're in a soulmate relationship? How can they deepen their bond?
Couples who feel like they're with their soulmates often think they don't need to do extra things to deepen their bond. The best thing for their partners is constantly reminding them that you are committed to them, no matter what happens. Since both are interested in the same things, it's good to bond over those and share different insights and activities.
If you like the same music, then see a concert or a live show with them. If you believe in the supernatural, find a group that you can join together that believes in the same thing.
Is there such a thing as a platonic soulmate relationship? If so, how does this work? What are some features of this type of relationship?
Yes. Soulmates don't always have to be your girlfriend or boyfriend. They can be found in friends and family members. This type of relationship means you're completely in sync with that person. Your beliefs and personalities line up so well with each other. It means that you are perfectly comfortable and at peace with this person who can do and share anything together.
Being with your soulmate sounds like the perfect thing. You find someone who believes in all the same things you do, and you love being around them. But, as a relationship expert, I am here to tell you that not all successful relationships rely on similarities.
Most of them rely on effort, trust, and commitment. It's great to find your soulmate, yes. But it feels even better when you've found someone who may not share your beliefs but loves you anyway.
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Conclusion
So, do soulmates exist? I'm sure you know the answer by now.
Existential questions like this are always fun to discuss and peruse because there really are no right or wrong answers to them. It usually depends on your beliefs and cultural background. Your response will most likely differ from others because you have different perspectives.
There's nothing wrong with being optimistic and trying to find the perfect one for you. But, you should remember to let it happen naturally and not pressure yourself too much. You don't need to have the answers to all the relationship questions going through your head.
Remember that finding your soulmate is also not a requirement to be happy in life. The most important thing is finding people who make you better and feel comfortable and safe. At the very least, you'll have the right company through good and bad times.
