-note to self-


“It amazes me that people think 
their soul mate is going to show up 
in their life at this predestined time 
and be this flawless person. 
A true soul mate is a mirror of yourself, 
the person who shows you everything
 that is holding you back, 
the person who brings you to your own attention
 so you can change your life. 
Sure, they have a common upbringing, 
similar interests but they have 
the one thing you don’t have
 which is the introspection to help you become great. 
What use is a soul mate 
if they can’t help free you from yourself 
so you can live your life mission?” 

― Shannon L. Alder