What Is a Twin Flame? Plus, Signs You’ve Met Your Ultimate Match

Wendee Wendt

December 17, 2022 at 10:00 PM·4 min read

It's all about the undeniable, soul-level spark.

Have you ever met someone and just clicked? Maybe you felt strongly in love at first sight. Maybe you are on a level of comfort with a new lover that you have never felt before and you think, “Yep, that’s my soulmate. We are meant to be together.” This can be known as having a "twin flame." But what is a twin flame, exactly?

Maybe you've heard the relationship term referenced along with angel numbers and numerology or maybe you've seen it discussed on TikTok with users talking about dating. But it's hard to know the exact meaning of twin flame if you're not already familiar.

Keep reading to see how we break down what a twin flame is, signs and stages of a twin flame relationship and whether or not there are any major differences between a twin flame and a soulmate.

What is a twin flame?

According to Urban Dictionary, twin flames "are our most perfect mirrors, because they are us in another body." So, essentially, our soul’s twin.

When you have found your twin flame, they are a reflection of your true self, which is why you have such strong connecting emotions when in contact with one. This is a very, very deep connection—not just physical or emotional, but all the way to connecting on a spiritual level. (That's why twin flames are frequently discussed within numerology.)

Think of a twin flame as whatever that little missing piece to completing you is. Like yin and yang—you’re one, they are the other. But most importantly, twin flame relationships are rare.

If you are lucky enough to come across your twin flame in your lifetime, make sure you know how to navigate a healthy relationship, as they can often be so intense, leading to broken arrangements.

Are there signs you have found your twin flame?

There are absolutely signs that you have met your twin flame!

Considered by some to be the most powerful soul encounter a person can experience, the feelings are instant and mutual for both people. The pull you have for the person is unquestionable and will be felt by both.

Quite regularly, twin flames bring out the best and worst insecurities in each other (potentially proving problematic at times). But communication is effortless, and key to managing each other’s feelings.

Common stages of a twin flame relationship

#1 - You find “the one”

You have been blown away by someone that you have met. The intensity is felt by both, and the relationship moves quickly.

#2 - You recognize this person’s soul as yours

Your paths have crossed at this exact moment for a reason. You both realize that there is learning by both to be done, and you are ready to accept this kind of relationship.

#3 - You fall in love

If you haven’t already by this stage, then this is it. You have fallen in love with this person at this point, and there is no going back.

#4 - You find yourself

The relationship will stabilize, and once that happens, then you will be open to learning new things about yourself.

#5 - You feel the need to run away

The intensity of twin flame relationships can be scary. People call it off because something this “perfect” can’t possibly work out. And they run from it.

#6 - You surrender

The running and chasing are tiring, and you come back together and reevaluate. After a good check-in with each other, you give in to the inevitable and keep going.

#7 - You challenge each other

After coming back together, continue daily by challenging each other to be the best each can be. Together both can carry on successful lives.

#8 - You become one

Once all of the fighting and chasing and making up is through, you have created that unbreakable relationship bond, and are ready to take on the world as one.

Is there a difference between twin flames and soulmates?

A twin flame is a once-in-a-lifetime encounter. That is part of your own soul you are connecting with, while a soulmate is someone that you feel at home with. A soulmate is a friend, lover or just a confidant. The connection to both can be powerful, but a twin flame will always be a lover—one who challenges you to no end, and you are attracted to like a powerful magnet.

You may encounter more than one soulmate during your lifetime, but you will only ever have but one twin flame.

Next up, learn more about twin flames and numerology:
- 222 Angel Number Meaning
- 444 Angel Number Meaning
- 555 Angel Number Meaning
- 888 Angel Number Meaning
- 1010 Angel Number Meaning
- 1111 Angel Number Meaning
- 1212 Angel Number Meaning

News

Life

Entertainment

Finance

Sports

New on Yahoo