Have We Met Before? A Soul’s Journey Beyond Time
Have We Met Before? A Soul’s Journey Beyond Time
Have you ever encountered someone new but felt you’ve known them forever? Or stepped into a far-off place for the first time, yet had the uncanny feeling that you’ve been there before? These moments of déjà vu and deep familiarity can stir something profound within us. They make us pause and wonder if our experiences stretch beyond the boundaries of this lifetime.
During my travels many years ago, I visited a serene Buddhist monastery tucked away on the ocean in front of the mountains of Taiwan. From the moment I arrived, I was overcome by a comforting sense of coming home. The sound of the wind chimes, the scent of incense in the air, even the gentle smile of a nun who greeted me – all of it felt deeply familiar and I simply knew it all. As she spoke kindly to me “Finally you come back home” and open her arms to embrace me, I knew deep inside of me that I had met her before – and I was coming home.
Walking through the monastery’s quiet courtyards, it was as if time itself had folded, connecting that day with memories my conscious mind couldn’t recall. I knew each corner of this monastery, the time of the wake up bell at 4am, the morning prayers routine, and even the food. The experience left me in awe. How could a place and a person completely new to me feel like a homecoming? I understand only many years later what this really meant.
The Soul’s Journey Beyond Time
That question lingered in my mind and led me to an interesting insight: even science hints that time may not be as linear as we think. Physicists have found that the fundamental laws of physics show no built-in distinction between past and future. In fact, many equations work perfectly even if you imagine time running backward instead of forward. A planet orbiting the sun or a pendulum swinging in reverse would still follow the same physical laws – like watching a movie scene that makes sense whether you play it forward or rewind it.
From a spiritual point of view, this is a beautiful affirmation of what many traditions have long taught: time is an illusion, and the soul exists in a reality beyond our ticking clocks. If past and future are intertwined, then perhaps our reincarnation journeys aren’t a simple linear path, but part of a greater, timeless tapestry. The idea of an eternal soul moving through many lifetimes gains a new layer of meaning. It could explain why we occasionally recall flashes of other lives or feel bonds that cross the ages. Our soul’s journey might not even start at birth and end at death – it may be an ongoing story where yesterday, today, and tomorrow all coexist in the present moment of the soul.
Have you ever felt a sudden flash of déjà vu and wondered, “Where did that come from?” Or met someone and instantly felt a deep soul recognition – an unexplainable spiritual familiarity – as though you’ve known them before? According to the wisdom of reincarnation, these experiences are no coincidence. They’re little hints that our souls carry memories and connections from other lifetimes.
In my case, that feeling of recognition at the Taiwanese monastery might mean my soul remembers a past life there, and a loving connection with that nun from long ago. Many of us travel through different lives with the same circle of souls – often called a soul group – who appear in our lives again and again, each time in different roles. This could be why meeting certain people feels like rekindling an old friendship, and why some places feel like returning home even on your first visit.
What Can We Learn From This?
Here are a few insights to reflect on:
✨ Your soul is timeless: You are more than your body and this single moment in time. If time truly is an illusion, then your soul – the real you – spans past, present, and future all at once. Embracing this idea can bring comfort, knowing that who you are is so much greater than one lifetime’s story.
✨ Love transcends lifetimes: The deep bonds of love and friendship we form are not confined to one incarnation. The people (and even animals) you cherish may journey with you through multiple lives. This means those familiar spark-of-recognition moments with someone new might be your souls finding each other again.
✨ Every life is a chapter in your growth: Each lifetime you live, with its joys and challenges, teaches your soul something valuable. The lessons and love you accumulate don’t vanish – they become part of your soul’s memory. When you experience déjà vu or a sudden affinity for a place or culture, it could be your soul recalling a lesson or love from a “past” chapter, guiding you in the present.
Why This Matters for the Here and Now
Contemplating the eternal nature of time and the soul isn’t just a lofty exercise – it can profoundly affect how we live our day-to-day lives. When we understand that our essence continues beyond this one life, fears around death or loss begin to soften. The end of a relationship or the passing of a loved one becomes less like “goodbye forever” and more like “until we meet again,” because love and connections persist.
Even our everyday struggles take on new meaning. If you view a setback at work or a personal challenge as just one scene in a much larger story, it doesn’t feel as overwhelming. You might find more courage to face difficulties, knowing that every experience is helping your soul grow across lifetimes. And with this perspective, living with kindness and purpose feels even more important – the positive energy we cultivate now could be something we carry with us always.
A Gentle Invitation
As you go about your days, I invite you to notice any moments of timeless connection in your own life. Have you ever had a dream or memory that felt not quite yours, or met someone who felt like family without any blood relation? These could be whisperings of your soul, reminding you that time cannot separate those who are meant to connect.
Take a few moments to reflect on these experiences. What do they tell you about your own soul’s journey? Do they bring you comfort, curiosity, or perhaps a sense of purpose?
I’d love to hear your thoughts on this. Have you ever felt a deep recognition or déjà vu that you suspect might be rooted in a past life? Feel free to reply to this email and share your story or insight. Your experiences are part of this beautiful, timeless tapestry we all share.
Author
Dr. Margit helps spiritually open women aged 35+ who are at a crossroads in life break free from the weight of their past, reconnect with their soul’s wisdom, and trust their soul’s voice to move forward with clarity and confidence.
She is a Certified Mental Health Coach specializing in Inner Dynamics, a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) by the International Coaching Federation (ICF), Master Life Coach, NLP Master, Certified Hypnotherapist, Certified Soul-Realignment Practitioner, Certified Soul Regression Therapist, Certified Past Life Regression Therapist, Certified Spirituality Coach, Certified Mindfulness Practitioner, Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, and Certified Advanced Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness Practitioner. She is also an award-winning author, sought-after speaker, and falcon doctor.
Through her transformational Radiance Within course, she empowers women to heal deep-rooted trauma, reclaim their inner strength, and step into their most authentic, resilient selves in just three months.
Dr. Margit also believes in the profound healing power of coaching with pets and horses, opening the door to new levels of self-awareness, empowerment, and inner peace. Her award-winning book, Your Pet, Your Pill®: 101 Inspirational Stories About How Pets Lead You to a Happy, Healthy, and Successful Life, enchants and uplifts readers with heartwarming stories of inspiration, resilience, and the deep connection between humans and animals.
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Dr. Margit's books
Your Pet, Your Pill®. 101 Inspirational Stories About How Pets Lead You to a Happy, Healthy and Successful Life
Your Pet, Your Pill® Workbook. A Self-Discovery Guide About How Pets Lead You to a Happy, Healthy and Successful Life
Practical Handbook of Falcon Husbandry and Medicine
Modern Veterinary Practice Management. A Systematic Approach to Creating and Operating a Successful Veterinary Practice
