
Journal · Updated October 2026
How to Attract Your Soulmate
What I notice in people who make room for real love — and the habits that quietly keep a soulmate away.
By Ashly Andrews
People often ask me how to "manifest" a soulmate, as if there's a ritual that makes the right person appear. I don't believe love works on command. But I do see clear differences between people who are energetically open to a soulmate and people who, without meaning to, keep the door shut. The good news is that the second group can almost always become the first.
Finish the old story first
What I most often notice in people who feel stuck is unfinished business — an ex they still check on, a relationship they've never really grieved, or a belief that love always ends in hurt. It's hard for something new to land when your heart is still occupied. Closing old chapters doesn't mean pretending they didn't matter. It means deciding they no longer get to steer.
Get honest about what you want
Many people can list what they don't want in a partner but struggle to describe what they do. Try writing down how you want to feel in a relationship — safe, excited, respected, free to be yourself. Feelings are more useful than a checklist of traits, because they point to the kind of connection you're really seeking.
Become a match for that feeling
This is the part people skip. If you want to feel respected, notice where you're not respecting yourself — saying yes when you mean no, staying in situations that drain you. If you want joy, bring more of it into your life now. In my experience, people tend to attract partners who meet them at the level of self-worth they're living from.
Stay open in practical ways
Energy needs a doorway. That might mean saying yes to invitations, trying a different way of meeting people, or letting friends introduce you to someone. Soulmates rarely arrive while we're hiding at home waiting for a sign. They tend to show up while we're living fully.
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Don't confuse intensity with destiny
Sometimes a connection feels so strong that people assume it must be the one. Intensity can point to a soulmate, but it can also point to a karmic lesson. I explain the difference in karmic vs. soulmate relationships. A real soulmate connection usually feels steady underneath the excitement.
Watch for the gentle signs
As your energy shifts, people often notice small signals — an unexpected lightness, renewed interest in dating, or repeating numbers like 222. I've collected the patterns I see most in signs your soulmate is coming. Treat them as encouragement, not a countdown.
Habits that quietly push love away
Over the years I've noticed a few habits that keep people stuck even when they want love badly. One is staying half-involved with someone unavailable, the person who texts just enough to keep you hoping. That connection takes up the space a real partner would need. Another is dismissing people who are kind and consistent because they don't create the anxious spark you're used to. Calm can feel boring at first when you've known chaos.
A third is waiting to feel completely healed before letting anyone in. Healing matters, but nobody is ever perfectly finished. You can be a work in progress and still be ready for love. The goal isn't perfection. It's honesty with yourself about what you need, and willingness to receive it when it shows up. When people let go of these habits, I often see their love energy open up remarkably quickly, though everyone's pace is different and that's okay.
When you want a clearer view
If you'd like to know what's blocking love or what kind of person is drawn to your energy right now, a soulmate psychic reading can give you a much clearer picture. I don't promise names or dates — I tell you honestly what I see. If you'd like me to look at your situation personally, text 415-215-8598 with your first name and your question. I'll confirm a time, often the same day.