By S.Rowe

Soul Mates: Fact or Fiction? Many of us have that one person we compare all of the other people we date to, like a gold standard. Gold changes in value, as do our feelings. So, do you really buy into the whole concept of “the one?” If you believe in having a soul mate, then why are we all still dating losers who don’t chalk up to our ideals? Maybe that’s a personal problem. Endlessly searching for a fictional character from a Jane Austin novel is futile, as everyone has character flaws. Also, there is a distinct difference between saying “I love you” and “I’m in love with you.” You can say “I love you” to your best friend or your family. Being in love, feeling like you will do not want to be without that person ever again, not seeing how anyone else could make you feel such strong feelings, can only happen once in the case of soul mates. But how many times have you felt like that? Moments are fleeting, feelings can linger, memories stick out in your mind as you re-play the time you first met “the one.”

Some go the rest of their lives alone because of a missed opportunity to remain in love with their soul mate. I hope we all have souls, and good ones, so that you will never have to settle for anyone less than your ideal mate. Considering that relationships are not built in a day, some may feel that a soulmate can be cultivated over time with understanding your true self and accepting it. Communication starts the second you open your mouth. Having a fleeting romance is usually the case with soul mates, since eventually, the flaws and issues bubble up and can take over the initial attraction and ruin your relationship. The Romeo & Juliet question of love versus lust conundrum. Uniqueness is fatal, so if you are questioning whether or not you met your soulmate, you probably have. They leave a distinct impression on you. No one else can provide that impact.