Every relationship has something to teach usβand twin flames are often considered the ones that will teach us the most. Meeting your twin flame is considered by some to be the most powerful soul encounter a person can experience. So, we asked experts how to know when you've found your twin flame, plus what to know about navigating this oftentimes tumultuous relationship and how to know if you and your twin flame are meant to be together.
A twin flame is an intense soul connection with someone thought to be a person's other half, sometimes called a "mirror soul. One of the main characteristics of a twin flame relationship is that it will be both challenging and healing. This is due to the mirroring nature of a twin flame; they show you your deepest insecurities, fears, and shadows.
But they also help you overcome them, and vice versaβyour twin flame will be equally affected by you.
Importantly, each person is still "whole" on their own, says licensed psychotherapist Babita Spinelli. When you first encounter your twin flame, Spinelli says there will be an intense sense of attraction , recognition, and longing.
You and your twin flame may find that you have a lot in common as far as values, past experiences, and interests, Spinelli adds. In those areas that you aren't similar, you'll find your differences complement each other, almost like yin and yang. Their shadow, for example, will be complemented by your light, and vice versa.
