I don't really believe in soul mates. And if I did....it wouldn't necessarily be for a life partner. I consider my friends that have always been there for me and I know we could go years without talking and, if I needed them, they would jump to me with help. Those people I consider my soul mates.

If you can find a partner of the gender you are attracted to that fits into that soul mate category.....congrats. But I think it's pretty hard to come by.

Not to mention people grow and change. Who is your 'soul mate' today might not be in 10 years. It's a relationship like any other and none are perfect. And if you go through life wanting that soul mate feeling....you will never be satisfied.