SOUL MATE CONNECTIONS
by Myrna Lou Goldbaum

The greatest connection one can have is with self, which determines the quality of all relationships throughout life with others. Every stage in life exists to serve us and to bring each of us closer to happiness and to love.

Couples who share similar values have more success in having a harmonious, lasting relationship. When there are opposite value systems present tension is created which causes bickering and fighting. A common thread is present where both have similar interests, ambition, and goals for the future.

The most satisfying relationship is when two people are romantically entwined because they radiate similar vibrations. The meeting of soul mates is predestined for their souls growth. We know when we have found our counterparts because all learning is remembering the past. Humans are the sum total of all our experience from the beginning of time.

All life experience is evaluated and taken into consideration in looking at each others personality. Shared past lives is the prerequisite for a soul mate relationship in this lifetime.

Truth produces a greater aliveness between two people more so than anything else in the world. Soul power is a creative, loving reality simply waiting to awaken within the conscious reality of each person.

Soul mates are worldly, awe-inspired, centered, grounded, in harmony with the earth, sensitive to each others needs, and able to focus. In a soul mate relationship life can be incredibly exciting and comfortable at the same time. Neither person criticizes or treats the other like a second-class citizen. They can talk; hold meaningful, lengthy conversations where each takes a turn speaking as the other listens.

The definition of Karma: an action or deed, energy in action, the law of cause and effect, of retribution. It is seen as bringing upon oneself inevitable results, good or bad, either in this life or in reincarnation. It is unfinished business that was never resolved, or unlearned lessons from the past that need the combined attention of the soul mates. Karma encompasses all humanity and the universe.

It produces various forms of energy - some worthy, some which are harmful. Humans radiate with vibrations that give clues to ones personality and spirituality. In the realm of spirituality, soul mates acknowledge karmas existence. A karmic relationship describes friends, lovers or enemies who come together for the purpose of paying off their past lives debts and for soul advancement.

Soul mates comprehend their spiritual connection, possessing knowledge from past lives. Both feel a magnetic pull. It is their personal connection to each other as they embark on a new beginning together.

Soul work requires a widening of the heart and mind, trusting in and allowing fate to intervene. Soul mates can be both stimulating and demanding. They tend to bring out the best in each other. Evidence suggests couples who argue and express themselves openly release stress and tension and their union lasts longer than those who stuff their feelings but who do not speak up. A great relationship consists of venting feelings when necessary to clear the air, then moving beyond that.

At times soul mates miss the opportunity to connect with one another, as two ships passing in the night. One person may be hopelessly tied to another individual, unable to obtain his or her freedom when the other is available. This is sad because the reunion cannot take place. There is no reversal in some situations. Ideally, a soul mate arrives on the scene when his or her other half wishes to bond with someone who is a match.

By questioning the universe, the angels or ones higher self for guidance in meeting a partner he or she desires, it is possible for the miracle of soul mates to find one another. To attract a soul mates attention, ones natural vibration must be revved up, like a lighthouse beacon in the night. A person with high energy can feel his or her soul mates presence even if they are in a room filled with hundreds of people.

Having a soul mate in ones life increases awareness, alertness and constantly forces one to confront self. Like mirrors seeing each others weaknesses and strengths, the couple can work on their problem areas to correct the faults within each other. Soul mates give each other self-confidence. Together they have the power to make dramatic changes.

Understanding one anothers needs unconditionally, the union works in good as well as bad times. Soul mates are worldly, awe-inspired, centered and grounded in harmony with nature. Sensitive to each others needs, they are able to focus and talk freely. Soul mates are sounding boards for exchanging thoughts and guidance. They search for the answers to lifes dilemmas together.

To connect with your soul mate you must open your soul to your deepest needs, feelings, hurts and desires. It is that part of our psyche that we most vigorously defend. We must drop our defenses. Often, we hide these parts of ourselves because of ego. To open our soul, we must stop protecting it. Because we speak the truth from the depths of who we are we must trust in and believe in self, know our hearts desire and go after it. This requires strength and an inner courage. The universe sends to each of us that which we most deeply need if we are free to accept it. We must be willing to risk the sacrifice of ego for the potential reward of a fulfilling relationship with someone who really knows and loves us with no strings attached - our soul mate.

Numerous relationships develop from the souls desire to experience growth. The light of love is passed from heart to heart; a connection with all creation. The deepest need of the soul is to find and to receive love. True love in daily living is enduring and mutually satisfying to both partners. It is giving unselfishly and it is receiving. True love allows life to flow spontaneously.

The joy of life is taking raw material we each possess and making sparkling gems and intricate, colorful tapestries out of it. Soul mates produce powerful energy together.