ave you ever met anyone when you felt that you knew them instantly? A closeness, familiarity and type of heart-to-heart connection that you rarely find? It is possible that the other person is a soulmate of yours.

"Soulmate" is a word used quite often, but sometimes it's not exactly clear what it means. It can mean the person that you have met is to be a long-term partner for you, yet it may not. There are different types of soulmates.

Some soulmate relationships may last a lifetime, and others may only be for a particular purpose and be temporary. Some soulmates are meant to be teachers for us in relationships, giving us mirrors in which to see ourselves, or challenging us to grow in a particular area.

You have more than one soulmate in a lifetime. They may be a parent, sibling, best friend, business partner, or significant other or spouse.

Soulmates are often going through the same kind of experience at the same time. They have a tendency to mirror each other, and have the same kind of personal history.

Questions About Soulmates

I've found my soulmate - now what? Why is it so hard?

Have you felt that you met your soulmate, expected that everything would be ok, but it is very difficult? Soulmates can have a beautiful relationship together, but it may take a lot of work. Also, some soulmate relationships may not be "The One" for a long-lasting romantic relationship. They may only be teachers for both persons, challenging us to grow through an intense relationship. Some soulmate relationships may come into your life to balance karma from past lives, or to give you another opportunity to face the same issues in your life in a more healthy way.

Why do I feel so strongly about my soulmate?

Soulmate relationships are like other relationships in most ways, but are much more intense. Your interactions with a soulmate touches your whole being - especially deeply in your soul. Even if you are with them for only for a short period of time, they remain etched on your mind and heart. Once being reunited after long periods of time apart, it feels like only a few moments, you feel as close as you always did.

I feel like I should be with this person, does that mean that they are a soulmate?

Maybe. Mel can give you insights to help determine the purpose and direction of your relationship, as well as the next steps to take.