When we think of ‘soulmate’ we usually think of that one person that is the absolute perfect match for us forever and ever, till death do us part. But isn’t that a bit absurd? That would mean we are the exact same person from when we meet this soulmate until the end of our lives. That is, with the same goals and aspirations, and the same traits.
When in fact, soulmates come in all shapes and sizes. Oftentimes, there are many people that we encounter in our lives who will be special for us.
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Here are the 5 types of soulmates you’ll meet throughout your life:
1. Friendship Soulmate
This is often your best buddy. You know they will have your back no matter what because you’ve already been through so much together. And the magical thing is you’ve known when you first met them that it will be the beginning of a long and fruitful friendship.
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2. The Soulmate That Will Crush You
This kind of person will come into your life with only one purpose: to help you grow. They will appear out of nowhere and make you challenge everything. But stormy as they are, they will crush your spirit and only break your heart. But you will use this in your future experiences.
3. The Lover Soulmate
This person could also come into your life to teach you things about yourself, or about your sexuality maybe. It can be one friend with benefits or just someone that will grow on you in time.
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4. Stranger Soulmate
This kind of soulmate is the one that you meet randomly and for a very short period of time. Most of the times, we meet them when we travel. And sometimes, we are able to keep them in our lives for a very long time.
5. Love Soulmate
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This is the soulmate that we typically refer to. It’s that kind of love that will come and stay and that will make us feel so lucky. Never take this type of connection for granted. It’s why we’re alive and it feels like something we’ve never experienced before.
