Free Course • Module 4 of 5
One of the most common reactions people have to soulmate sketches is: “This feels like it was made just for me.”
This feeling can be powerful — and sometimes confusing. Understanding why it happens helps turn the experience into something grounding instead of overwhelming.
Projection is a natural psychological process where we assign meaning, traits, or emotions to something external.
When viewing a soulmate sketch, people often project:
The sketch becomes a mirror — not a message.
The human brain engages more deeply with images that are open to interpretation.
Because soulmate sketches are symbolic rather than literal, they allow space for personal meaning to form.
This openness is why:
Often, the strongest reactions to a sketch aren’t about the image — they’re about identity.
People may reflect on:
In this way, the sketch serves as a prompt for self-inquiry.
Feeling emotionally connected to a sketch does not mean it represents a real person or a guaranteed future.
It means the experience successfully activated reflection, emotion, and imagination.
This distinction is essential for keeping the experience healthy and grounded.
Consider this question:
What qualities did I immediately notice or focus on in the sketch?
The answer often reveals more about you than the image.