10 Traits of a Potential Soulmate

 

Everyone wants to meet their soulmate. The problem is that many people probably don’t know what they’re looking for in a potential partner.

It’s not as easy as it seems, though — finding the right person isn’t just about finding someone you like talking to or who has similar interests. You want someone who will be able to make you happy and share your values, so here are ten traits of a potential soulmate.

“A soul mate is not found. A soul mate is recognized.” — Vironika Tugaleva

1. Acceptive

The most crucial thing in any relationship is feeling accepted by your partner. They should never make you feel like you have to change who you are, and they should be happy to hang out with you as is. A soulmate will love all of your quirks and strange habits, and they’ll want to learn more about them.

If someone can’t accept that you’re not perfect, they’re definitely not suitable for you. It’s essential to find someone who loves all of your flaws because they make up what makes you unique.

2. Ambitious

It’s essential to find someone who is constantly working on themselves because they want to be a better person. Soulmates are continually striving for self-improvement and aren’t afraid of trying something new or taking on challenges.

They’re not perfect, but their desire to change makes them much more attractive than those who never try at all. They’ll take on challenges with you, whether it means learning something new or going through hard times together.

Our mistakes and faults make us human, which allows us to grow as individuals throughout our lifetimes — finding perfection isn’t the ultimate goal. Someone like this might seem impossible to find, but if you look closely enough, everyone has room for improvement, even oneself.

If people didn’t have flaws, then what would we strive towards?

3. Supportive

Your partner should be the one person who is always there to support your dreams and goals, no matter what they may be. They should be just as excited about them as you are and want to help out in any way possible.

A potential soulmate wants to see you succeed because they know that when you’re happy, they’re so glad too. This kind of mutual support is essential for a healthy relationship — if your partner can’t or won’t ever support your dreams, then it’s time to move on.

It’s vital to find someone who will stand by you through thick and thin, not just when things are going their way. It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to achieve our dreams — having someone who believes in us makes all of that so much easier.

4. Loyal

Loyalty has two meanings when it comes to relationships — one of which is emotional and the other is physical. A potential soulmate will be committed to you emotionally, so they’ll always make time for you even in their busiest schedule. They won’t let work or anything else come between what’s important: your relationship.

Physical loyalty is also important, and your partner should be faithful to you in every way possible. They won’t flirt with other people or even look at them in a romantic way because they only have eyes for you. This type of loyalty goes both ways and is something that should never be taken for granted.

Once you’ve found someone who is loyal to you, always remember how lucky you are and do everything in your power to keep that flame burning bright. It’s not easy to find someone who will stick by your side through thick and thin — cherish them.

5. Selfless

It’s essential to find someone who is entirely selfless, especially when it comes to love. A soulmate will put you before everything else in their life because they care about your happiness more than any other person or thing.

They’ll go out of their way just so that you’re happy, even if it means sacrificing a lot themselves. To be truly happy with another person, there has to be an equal amount of giving and receiving.

Each individual should feel as though they are getting something back from the relationship too. Only then can both people fully appreciate what they have together and fall deeper into love every day.

6. Kindhearted

Not only are soulmates kind to you, but they’re also kind to others. They’ll be the first person to help out a friend in need or go out of their way to make someone feel comfortable.

Your partner’s kindness towards others says a lot about them and how they view the world. It shows that they are compassionate individuals who want nothing more than peace and happiness for everyone around them. This is something extraordinary that should never be taken for granted.

Your soulmate should also be someone who is positive and doesn’t have time for negativity in their life. This means that they won’t put up with any drama from you or anyone else and will instead try to find a way to resolve any issue as quickly as possible.

They’ll know when it’s time to move on and won’t let anything hold them back from being happy.

7. Compatible

Having the same interests is vital in any relationship, but it’s especially crucial when it comes to soulmates. If you can’t share at least some of the same interests, then there isn’t much left for you to talk about.

This doesn’t mean that you have to like all of the same things, but finding common ground is a good start. It’s essential to have someone in your life who wants to see you succeed — they’ll be by your side through thick and thin.

Your partner should be someone who makes you want to be a better person and vice versa. They’ll support your dreams and help you achieve them while also sharing their own dreams with you.

8. Understanding

Some people need more space than others, and your soulmate should be someone who is willing to give it. Of course, you’ll want to be around each other as much as possible, but there will inevitably come a time when one of you needs some alone time.

This doesn’t mean that they don’t care about what’s going on in your life — quite the opposite, actually. Giving them their own space shows how much trust and respect they have for you because all they want to do is make sure that everything goes smoothly between both parties involved.

This means no drama or unnecessary problems; just calmness and relaxation whenever necessary. Your partner shouldn’t be a “clingy” type of person who is always trying to get your attention. Instead, they’ll give you the time that you need and won’t try to force their presence on anyone.

9. Compassionate

A potential soulmate wants the best for both parties in the future, it’s a fact of life that things don’t always go as planned, but your soulmate should be someone who is willing to work with you through it all.

They’ll love and support you no matter what happens in the future — even if one of you needs some time apart for whatever reason. If there ever comes a day when your relationship has run its course.

It’s essential to appreciate every second together because tomorrow may never come; cherish each moment. Enjoy yourselves and have fun while doing so. Never forget why you fell in love with them in the first place.

10. Independent

The last thing you need in a relationship is someone who is relying on you for everything. This will only lead to resentment and problems down the line. Independence goes hand-in-hand with trust, so if your partner lacks one, then it’s likely that they lack the other as well.

Your partner should be someone who can take care of themselves both emotionally and financially. They should also have their own interests and hobbies, which they enjoy doing without your help or input.

This shows that they are an independent individual who doesn’t NEED anyone else in their life to survive. Having an independent partner is extremely important because it means that you can trust them implicitly — they’ll never put any unnecessary stress on you or make demands that you may not meet.

“A soulmate is someone who has locks that fit our keys, and keys to fit our locks.” — Richard Bach

What’s The Bottom Line?

These are just some of the many traits that your soulmate may possess — it all depends on you and what type of person you want in your life.

There’s no such thing as “perfect,” so if you’re looking for someone who is flawless, then I’m afraid to say that they don’t exist; nobody has a perfect life, nor do they have an ideal personality.

Everyone makes mistakes. No one can be around another person ALL day long without getting sick or annoyed at least once. We must learn how to forgive each other because everyone makes mistakes, even soulmates.

But this doesn’t mean we should give up too quickly. Yes, some relationships might fall apart (sometimes for the best), but if you keep trying, the right person may eventually come along.

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