Colleagues Quote by Pamela Druckerman
“There are no soul mates. Not in the traditional sense, at least. In my 20s someone told me that each person has not one but 30 soul mates walking the earth. (“Yes,” said a colleague, when I informed him of this, “and I’m trying to sleep with all of them.”) In fact, “soul mate” isn’t a pre-existing condition. It’s an earned title. They’re made over time.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Girl in Town by Pamela Druckerman, 2015
Soul mates are not predetermined; they are earned through shared experiences and mutual growth over time.
In simple terms: Soul mates are built, not given.
Key Takeaway
Invest in relationships.
Themes
relationships
growth
expectations
Mood
thoughtful
optimistic
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- long‑term partnership
- friendship deepening
- team building
Key Concepts
earned connection
personal development
Questions to Reflect On
- What effort do you make to nurture deep bonds?
- Can you identify qualities that develop over time?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing a single perfect match can overlook real, evolving connections.
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