How To Know If You’ve Met "The One" | Russell Brand

Do you believe in soulmates?
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[@XxRenegade124xX]

"Dont look for your soulmate. Instead look for your soul, mate."

[@MrUnder30seconds]

And buy a 140cm metal skeleton love doll.

[@Elizabeth-yp8re]

RDaze love it! Here’s another: Grandma was saved by a comma. Let’s eat, grandma! Let’s eat grandma! Lol

[@c.7959]

You describe it, I'll make it a coffee.

[@OMG-gu5cf]

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[@KAHHHH8548]

Lmao

[@claireoconor7986]

THE ONLY PERSON YOU CAN GUARANTEE TO WAKE UP WITH FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE IS YOURSELF.......SO GET TO KNOW YOURSELF, LOVE YOURSELF AND TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOURSELF!!!

[@sheentheexplorer3859]

Claire Oconor amen sister !

[@pepeg.luthier566]

with that attitude, for sure, that is the truth for you.

[@tostiloc870]

This is sad I hope things look up for you

[@tueva-pw5pm]

u sound like a right wanker

[@itsDwats]

Very true!

[@user-60267]

“Find someone that you can embark on the project of being alive with, knowing you’re all going to die and everybody you love is going to die and the armageddon is coming and you can handle that with them.” That actually struck a chord with me.

[@LeileeBaker805]

Same😐

[@GoneCarnivore]

Spoken like a preacher

[@icebreaker9006]

TURN TO GOD; REPENT OR PERISH, TURN FROM YOUR SIN OR YOU WILL GO TO THE LAKE OF FIRE, ALL SIN LEADS TO DEATH. READ BIBLE TO GET WISDOM, SEEK GOD.

[@TerryWadeThompson]

I met my wife at a gym and said "hey, I see you like to work out. What do say we get together and make it work out" The corniest pick up line ever but here we are 24 years later and two wonderful kids still making it work out. Wishing everyone all the best.

[@katalac]

Hahaha..awful pick up line..but more power to ya!

[@itzAurora_Xoxo]

Omg man, this made me smile ,corny ? Maybe ,but it was so sweet nonetheless

[@jdavis234]

I’m sorry, man. Glad you guys are happy, though 😆

[@BWater-yq3jx]

Proof there's someone for everyone. 😆

[@reference2me]

your "Line" made me laugh ...if my laugh wouldn't make you uncomfortable ... your line would work with me...

[@johnoakley3068]

I don't know about "soul mates". My Wife and I met 43 years ago on a dance floor after I asked her to dance with me, When I put my arm around her waist I just somehow knew she was the one for me. She later confessed to also experiencing that " just knowing" as she took my hand. 3 months before our meeting, her then boyfriend was killed in a motorbike crash, and our meeting was the first time she had been out socially since she lost him. Later that evening, something really unnerving happened, my future Wife was talking about her deceased boyfriend, telling me that he hated football, but loved fishing. I told her "Snap!" me too, She laughed and said "Yeah right, you're going to tell me your birthday is on 8th August next" This blew me away, and I stuttered to her "Actually, my birthday is on 8th August". The blood drained from her face, and she snapped back at me saying "Don't even go there! don't joke about it!" I assured her that I really, honestly, truly was not joking, and that my birthday is on that day, and then I told her my year of birth, and it was exactly the same as her deceased boyfriend. We just knew somehow knew that we were right for each other, and have been married now for 41 years.

[@calichef1962]

Hey, John Oakley, MY birthday is the 8th of August, too!!! I just love having an 8/8 birthday. There's never any confusion about whether the month or day is first in the date, it works either way! I had a 9/9 boyfriend once, and he felt the same way.

[@samchapman7513]

John Oakley That is so beautiful 🐝

[@bigbobabc123]

Sounds like you’re a replacement for her dead bf.

[@nikstar1313]

John Oakley wow!!!! So happy for you guys!!!

[@nikstar1313]

bigbobabc123 that's really sad mate, not needed... positive vibes to you

[@rosebud8649]

My interpretation of a soulmate is someone who teaches us deep lessons that benefit our souls. Not necessarily a lover.

[@CrystalDatingCoach]

A soulmate is someone who touches your soul. Wants YOUR happiness more than their own.

[@w.a.s5819]

@@CrystalDatingCoach only moms do that.

[@CrystalDatingCoach]

@@w.a.s5819 Also a good Boyfriend...Partner. That's what a RELATIONSHIP is. But we think it doesn't exist...we don't expect it. Keep your standard high!

[@w.a.s5819]

@@CrystalDatingCoach i will .. thank you.

[@johnmag202]

Crystal Dating Coach wanting someone’s happiness more than your own is unhealthy

[@cassandramcdavid]

My personal definition of a soulmate is someone with whom you feel at peace when all the world is turbulent.

[@linasirine8279]

Perfect. I agree

[@AGEOFAQUARIUSKHA]

Cassandra McDavid Meditation going within

[@monsolympus7823]

I like it

[@fredericksharon6908]

And then they fuck u up ..

[@alexandrineb7752]

@@fredericksharon6908 And suddenly all peace is gone!

[@private755]

I never thought of a soul mate as a piece of perfection.. just the person who would walk next to me through this life. Just as flawed as I am, but who agreed with me before we were born to experience and travel this life together.

[@mandybig2395]

Wow that sounds beautiful

[@CrystalDatingCoach]

And that's exactly what a soulmate is. Someone who wants you to be happy.

[@allahm-ast3mnlywlatstbdlny164]

@@mandybig2395 mashallah tbark allah alhamdulillah inshallah better astaghfirullah

[@mandybig2395]

@@allahm-ast3mnlywlatstbdlny164 can you say that in english ? I dont understand sorry

[@CrystalDatingCoach]

@Valerie O'Brien Yes it's difficult. But everything worth having is difficult to get. A good job. A house. But it's possible. Never give up!!

[@boydluscombe2752]

best line and take home message - "when we are talking about soulmates really what we are saying is that I want to feel connected and when your in a relationship find someone that you can embark on the project of being alive. That might be more helpful criteria rather than some whimsical claptrap idea of romance. Because ultimately really love is for all people and not for one individual person"

[@HumansOfVR]

"Love and oneness is for all people, not for one individual" agreed russell

[@mimosa27]

You've met the one when you've committed to be unwaveringly true to yourself, to seek the ultimate truth in everything you encounter, and to cultivate your soul by seeking and creating beauty. A reward awaits you.

[@Tallonest]

mimosa27 yes, I love that

[@patriciacarr5019]

Now that's logic.

[@d33d19]

I’m seriously impressed with your view on being a “mate to your own soul.” Great insight on understanding relationships. One other key aspects might be that we are here to serve others more than gain personal benefits

[@lily-rosebrown2987]

We have more to give to the world if we’re supported and loved and have someone to offer the same back to.

[@icebreaker9006]

Obey Jesus Christ or you will go to hell, turn to the Lord before its too late, if you don’t REPENT OF YOUR SINS then you will likewise perish in hell. All liars, fornicators, adulterers, idolaters, blasphemers, whoremongers, thieves, murderers, homosexuals, effeminate, etc, will not inherit the kingdom of God. Once you turn to the Lord, read the new testament in the bible, the gospels, to develop a relationship with God. God bless you all. Turn to Jesus, repent or perish, turn or burn.

[@ScottSwalwell]

Not sure if there's "one" but I've been with my lady for 14 years and I'm lucky to say that I'm more in love with her today than ever. We laugh, we support, we encourage we work as a team, we evolve together

[@vanessariley3710]

Scott Swalwell I want that !! ❤️🥰🇬🇧

[@karenjenkins201]

Perfect That's what hubby and I have. Going on 8 years. Actions mean more than words, and be prepared to grow.

[@ScottSwalwell]

@@vanessariley3710 I hope you find it 😀

[@ScottSwalwell]

@@karenjenkins201 awesome. Happy for you

[@ust7243]

Nice to hear that’s possible. Single but I know there’s someone out there for me.

[@crshia]

"be a mate to your own soul." I'm waiting for the ceramic mugs available for $12.99. Really sound advice.

[@yvonnes7874]

Def. need to paint some rocks with this one! "Be a mate to your own soul." by Russell Brand ... www.thechronicleherald.ca/lifestyles/community/halifax-rocks-brings-art-folks-to-trails-277497/

[@soulsearchermusicsavedmyli3860]

Hey Russell we should put that on a tee shirt i would buy that

[@tergoornatelilum9376]

Can it be a big mug?😊

[@geoffsaunderson5766]

Don't be so ceramical

[@rollinrobie3113]

be your own divine mugga first :D nah, i can relate and love yar post

[@LordFindecano]

My parents have been married for over 40 years and my father once told me, “all women are crazy. The trick is finding one whose crazy you’re okay with, and one who doesn’t prevent the storm, but makes going through the storm a bit more peaceful”

[@LloydRhodesBrandon]

Are all men crazy too?🤣

[@LloydRhodesBrandon]

@@happyman6319 I’m sure they are in some ways. But do you have any evidence?

[@MayaLiladiVento]

@@happyman6319 Aaaaand the science was done by men. 😂 It’s difficult to see the nose on one’s own face.

[@vatsalaykhobragade]

That's pure wisdom right there

[@BadWolfSilence]

“Women are crazy” as if men aren’t. I’d rather be with a guy who doesn’t make sexist comments and generalize women.

[@StaceyBing]

Apparently, you have lots of different soul mates through your life, each soul mate walks with you through different stages of your souls life.

[@sterbprepper4798]

I agree.. but when the breakup happened, why was she so mean? I felt like we were still soul partners and gained something from the relationship, but why be so mean at the end :( as if she never loved me... lol can someone answer this?

[@ElbertSal225]

TURBO Prepper Did you break up or did she break up?

[@sterbprepper4798]

@@ElbertSal225 hey brother, she broke up lol but we got back together 2 days ago lol... And i feel she is more deeply in love this time. I just need to stay focused on myself and stay on point

[@ElbertSal225]

@@sterbprepper4798 I'm glad to hear that it is working out for you and her. I like the mentality you have going now. Take care bro!

[@deleahfigueira6541]

@Aaron Stubbs no. That is a male trait. Cheating is a male trait.

[@marykate38]

I met the one 26 years ago and we are still in love ..key to it lasting..talk to each other and compromise..I don’t like foot ball but I will go to a game or watch on tv with him..he hates the theater and opera but he comes with me..appreciate each other .. remember to say thank you for sweet deeds and most of all I love you..it’s not that hard..

[@thevipgurlz2802]

It's just luck...most people won't find the one though...enjoy yours.

[@bilwmedia]

Dora Gregorio not solely just luck

[@marykate38]

Ben Williams talking to my daughter her standards are way to high..lol she wants a man who’s seen but not heard..lol her words..🤣🤣

[@Cheximus]

My idea of hell, going to places I don't want to go to. Time is precious. I agree some compromise has to happen but only to a certain level.

[@marykate38]

Cheximus oh I agree we don’t compromise on every little thing..but what we have works.

[@kayligo]

New relationship goal: someone to ride out an apocalypse with.

[@CrystalDatingCoach]

Someone who loves you. Not just you loving them. Someone who wants YOUR happiness. 💋

[@andrinalyons6960]

🤣🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@CrystalDatingCoach]

@Social Outcast We have to be more POSITIVE in these times. Not negative. Depressing yourself will just make you ill. 😔

[@starlightscode]

YES

[@Mr_Nobody913]

Or someone who’s going to protect others during the chaos and not turn on everyone around them

[@rexstratton73_12]

I met my 3rd and final wife at a 12 step meeting for alcoholics/drug addicts. Both of us were facing a final attempt at not returning to that particular misery. Both of us were sincere in our journey. We knew we had to be honest with ourselves, and each other. That was in 1987. Our relationship is still growing and expanding, and still joyful. Who knew?

[@edgarescobar4361]

Rex Stratton wow ! Thanks for sharing

[@linanicolia1363]

Nothing is final. You may see her as final but she may see you as temporary ?

[@rexstratton73_12]

@@linanicolia1363 Shes 65 and I'm 69. We discussed life apart and neither of us can imagine that. We didn't make any pact? But at one time or another, we both said this is our last marriage.

[@devanggraini111]

So happy to read this. Do you find it harder having a relationship with people in the program?

[@rexstratton73_12]

@@devanggraini111 I personally have only had problems with people who 'abandon' the steps and imagine they are 'cured'

[@Al3xM3dina]

“Be a mate to your own soul”. Brilliant! Absolutely brilliant. Thank you for your words. They resonate with me so so profoundly. 🙏🏼

[@user-qv8ys4ev6f]

Someone create a dating app for fans of Russell spiritual teachings

[@maureenouma9683]

Agreed

[@vl-df1sf]

Hahahaha

[@laureho3566]

How u doin ? 😉 love you ! souls & mates & selven 💜

[@TheAcad3mic]

If you're looking for a dating app I would argue you either are not a fan of what he's saying or that you aren't understanding it.

[@user-qv8ys4ev6f]

TheAcad3mic A real fan watches it the day it is uploaded

[@gopaladas]

"We know love and God when they happen to us, not when we understand them." - Prabhuji

[@nickysaville6517]

We need companionship with someone that is on the same level as ourselves

[@JoeBlow_4]

No we don't. That is you being needy. Stop looking outside of you for you. You won't find you in someone else.

[@liliriegel8104]

@@MrUnder30seconds who hurt you

[@maximeb190]

@@JoeBlow_4 Aren't we the most deeply social creatures on the planet? Seems to me that we actually NEED the other in order to find ourselves, because left to our own devices and isolate emerges all kinds of mental illnesses, endless rumination and unhealthy perspectives growing out of our ego freed from social jugement and feedback. It's not needy to acknowledge one's own weaknesses and shortcomings that other people can help us identify, correct or accept and transcend. Ultimately, it's all in your own hands, but you need to see your soul reflected in someone else's eyes to reckognize it.

[@nickysaville6517]

@@JoeBlow_4 You don't get what I mean. There are many levels in life and it's nice to have someone that has the same beliefs so there are things in common. I didn't mean level as I'm better than anyone...coz I'm not!!

[@nickysaville6517]

@@MrUnder30seconds I think you should get help. I don't think I'm better than anyone else. I have been through a lot in my life and I'm still a nice person and support many people.

[@creonas690]

if someone told me a couple of years ago that the same dude in that crazy movie on Hawaii would later help me get a better perspective on everything after my life did a 180..... it's so funny to me

[@h.l.phillips3175]

Ditto

[@earthloveskin375]

Loved that movie! Forgetting Sarah Marshall!

[@arnie9913]

Well now he can sing that he's "Inside you".

[@valentinalopatina]

I like it because of him there being deeply weird lol

[@gwen8718]

Right?!

[@emind0881]

I love what your saying Russell. Your an amazing human being. I'm so happy you were able to overcome the death traps of Hollywood. I was always cheering for you when you started looking outside the box, and challenging the ideas of the system. I saw a man who cared and cares for the real issues of our lives. A man who had real questions and not just the propaganda of Hollywood. You had the guts to go out their and say what you felt regardless of criticism. Thank you for following your heart. Your a true example of what it takes to turn our life's around. Namaste! 🙏

[@kerikaylin6344]

"Instead of looking for a soulmate, be a mate to your own soul!" 🥰 I need that coffee mug with that sentence!!! 🥰😅😊

[@Nixie_536]

Yes💚🌿🌠😇

[@marjutpaech]

The encounter with your soul mate and the great mutual love that arises, is one of the most beautiful and purest encounters you will ever experience. There is a special band that is unlike anything else we have experienced before. A kind of inexplicable force that draws two souls to each other. But it is also then that the strongest fears are aroused. We realize and understand at the same time that what we can get ... we can also lose. Often we are not aware of our own worth. We do not see how valuable and lovable we are. We then have a hard time understanding how someone else can see it. We do not feel worthy of this amazing person. This is exactly what soul mates are meant to help us with. To learn to love ourselves unconditionally, to then be able to receive that love from someone else.

[@ohyeahitsthatoneguy]

Im tearing up rn my heart's so full knowing this is how i feel

[@SpikeyOfficial]

I would love to chill out with Russell for a night just to listen to his wisdom

[@nbee2724]

Spikey why? He’s an idiot

[@mist_oldskoolakatherollinr616]

Me too xx

[@elyazidasri2968]

@@nbee2724 jealous much ?

[@BarryBizzle]

@@nbee2724 Dafuq? He has an insanely high EQ. If you dont see that, then sorry, you just ain't equipped to

[@amymoore8140]

I hope your sarcasm is drier than mine.

[@laotzu3258]

Soulmate=your mirror. Opposites should never attract. Growing yourself is much easier than growing someone else.

[@naraposthumus8478]

Legit xx

[@SethMacMillan]

I disagree to some extent, some matters on a continuum can complement one another when faced with the opposing end. A neurotic being meeting someone stable, an introvert meeting an extravert, both have potential to bring out aspects of personality that can be for sake of improving one's self and growth as a person. One of my teachers in life preached "Birds of a feather flock together and opposites attract." Neither is wholly right, neither is necessarily indicative of being good for both. But, them being your mirror and thus what you see as a means to gauge where you are versus how/where you think you are is absolutely brilliant. That's even more important than the similarities and differences. Someone who can call your nonsense, wake you up to it and then help you overcome them or give you the motivation to overcome them yourself - while doing the same for them - is truly wonderful. Assuming it's positive change, I mean.

[@khier-eddinehennaoui9783]

Well in nature opposite do attract (+ with -) , even if we dont know ,a soul mate dont have to be your mirror

[@bemasterofyourself4450]

What consists of "opposites" ?

[@TheKenjoje]

@@SethMacMillan I disagree with you to some extent ;) it is important that all the essentials are present and for pure functionality it's good example of combination of temperamental and calm, but also some relations could be more functionable while having less in common than those who clash as hard characters more than they should considering how much they agree on things. so, my 'verdict' would be it's important that values and ideas coincide in the essence while other things should be connected just to make it all possible. I just think you are too materialistic and focused on pure functionality which I don't find most important. I don't need to 'function' just because I need to be connected. that's very low.

[@adaaveryfiadhbogettiperez6716]

yes yes yes! love is not supposed to be about finding fulfilment in one other person, your supposedly perfect match, it’s about finding a companion to walk with you as you both look for fulfilment together. it is not about being obsessed with each other, but with the way your worlds can grow when you join them. it is about building community, about letting your love be healthy, watering it, feeding it, so it can grow, so you can love other people in your family and your community more fully, so you can love and accept yourself and your place in the world of life.

[@fotonmom]

i listened all the way through--and the take away was wonderful. They are the 'one' if you can face all the changes and strains of life together ..such a simple answer (but a great one). I have advised my son to look for the person who is on the same path..with the same goals as him. It has served my husband and I well. We react well together and look to each other for support when rough times and the inevitability of life's changes are upon us. Very good talk, Russell..much appreciated...

[@sueszoo777]

I never thought of a soul mate like that. My 24-year relationship with my ‘soul mate’ just ended and since I reconnected with myself - I’ve felt happier and more loved

[@C9842-q1r]

I never believed in "the one" until I met my twin flame. I never would have believed in this if I didn't experience it for myself. I wasn't even spiritually awakened - I was agnostic. I was married, not even remotely looking also a bit asexual. And then I met him. When you meet this unique soul connection, the resonant frequency of your own soul, there's an instant recognition that can't be turned off, no matter how hard you try. The result is what's deemed "falling in love." It happens because these souls share a heart connection which is what love is. It's explosive and the power of raw love from the heart awakens you to the essence of divine source love. I never needed to feel this, until I felt it. It's like tasting fruit from the garden of Eden and then having to live the rest of your life feeling something so powerful and then unable to unfeel it. So don't go looking for "the one" - that's something the ego mind does. The heart, however, searches. I believe a twin flame is the closest thing to "the one" we can find, but, that doesn't mean that you need this person to be happy or can't be happy with someone else. But, the closeness of sharing the same soul frequency with another human being is what results in our soul's inner craving for "the one." I felt it and I felt him for my entire life, his essence, before meeting him.

[@himalayanr8774]

Steph wow completely agree! Similar situation to mine

[@Un1234l]

What ended up happening? Did you divorce to be with him?

[@nearlythere5270]

I can relate. Thank you for sharing

[@hannahmcnalley3148]

What is agnostic

[@lucienlachance390]

This is my worst nightmare- that I'll marry some guy thinking "Alright, guess this is as good as it gets" and then BAM I run into my soulmate the next day.

[@broken1394]

Just coz you don't go to bed with someone a person can still be a soul mate. I've met a few and soul mates come and go. Which is fine, life happens. I think of a soul mate as a person, that I may not see for years but when I do - it's like I just saw them and we pick up where we left off and it's easy.

[@borisnikolic246]

ok...

[@darkrosesubliminals]

It starts with yourself 1st. You really need to know thyself and know your own soul before you can attract an outside soul to join you.

[@Timeshifter32]

If i ever see you in person Russell, i will owe you an appology. It never occured to me that a man with such a wonderful sense of humor could have such deep wisdom. Thank you sir, and keep up the good fight!

[@free2bme144]

I think committment to a marriage or monogamous relationship, is a choice. It is a concious decision. Love itself is developed over time. I do not believe in soul mates or one right person...we choose to be on this journey together and find that sharing love is the key.

[@chessdude67]

Thank you, Gail. I needed your words very much today. 36 years together with my wife. We chose to share this journey together. "Sharing love is the key".

[@zxGHOSTr]

Tried this once. Did not work. Hope I will find someone to try it again.

[@chellelaw667]

I am just learning this, and giving my devotion daily to one person in the hope of a nourishing relationship together.

[@dh1380]

Smashed it

[@ararefind9069]

@@chellelaw667 Noooooooo o......whoever this person is your donating your time to us not the one you are being forced to like them...it just comes naturally you're happy and ecstatic to see them every moment you with the wrong person 😖please

[@iangrygs]

I don't look for the perfect redeemer, but I also don't look for someone who is too much of a mirror, or necessarily similar to myself. Sometimes we seem to meet people who have strengths in the areas where we have weaknesses, and vice versa, and I feel that these people are the ones that are really special. Not because we need to complete each other, but because we can complement each other.

[@fideetfortitudine6599]

I have a master history in choosing the wrong person for myself. I was 38 yo when my husband and I finally found each other. After 6 years of adventures we know that we will do everything we can for one another and we place our bond and friendship above Everything.

[@robingeorge2445]

It’s all one. I walked out my front door and looked down and saw a pebble. This is my soul mate. You all are my soul mate. We are it.

[@tanfoglio1]

Russel....if you are looking for "something", your refletions make sence. BUT if you are absolutely not looking for someone, and someone enters your life and subconsiously touches your heart in a totally unexpected way, THEN you know you have met your soulmate 😍. I did 💞

[@justinw1765]

Yeah, it was similar for me, at the time I was focusing on working on myself and spiritually growing. It was literally the first time in my life that I wasn't looking to get in a committed relationship. 18 years later, and I suspect only death will seemingly separate us. I say seemingly because death is an illusion.

[@VakoCavender]

Wow, same here... By far its the best way to know someone

[@softrain6245]

Justin W HOW is death an illusion?

[@cmg1819]

you know so far you mean

[@claireabbott6112]

For me, a soul mate is someone you are compatible with. One who shares your ideals and outlook - but also challenges you. You do not have to always agree and do all the same things. You grow, you understand that person and know their faults and strengths - you do not have to hide yours either. My experience is - 20 years on - you do not have to divide up a new project - each instantly knows which bits to take on - to play to strengths. A friend and trusted confident, which transcends sex and appearance.

[@timbuktu5038]

I love you. You can articulate the storms within my mind and contribute to my peace. Thank you.

[@littleme3597]

No he doesn't. lol. He is nuts.

[@salmanc1]

Agree

[@AzyrealLal]

I've heard that your soul mate isn't your life partner. The soulmate comes to bring change 🤷‍♂️

[@JoshWalker1]

Any idea where you've heard this? I toyed with it before writing this reply, and I keep feeling like there's possibly a truth just out of reach. Can't pin it down. When I frame it tangibly it's always distasteful. (Is one of them temporary? LP *sounds* permanent-er; so, is your SM your first true love? Do they remain your SM even once you've moved on to your LP? Or, is your SM someone you're meant to "cheat" on your LP with, a la an artist driven and consumed by a muse?) Maybe it's just nonsense but it feels it's meta-true to something...?

[@AzyrealLal]

@@JoshWalker1 Regretfully I don't. Try looking up soul mate vs life partner? What I recall and took away. You have a soul mate and you are both drawn to each other, come together reflect each other but for whatever reason the polarity is too strong and you fragment apart. It's said to a life changing event and I suppose like all traumatic events it can spawn positive adaptive, or negative maladaptive bringing a stage of evolution or devolution. An upheaval like a volcano burning away the old, paving a way for the new. For the life partner, it's a bit more deceptive. You don't feel that crazy. It's often calm. Natural. It said many miss their life partner altogether, because there isn't that wild eratic spark, the madness most associate with love. It is a rather sane love, but supposed to be long lasting.

[@stickyone11]

@@AzyrealLal or maybe "soul mate" was just a term used to sell more things lol...its possible not everything has a deeper meaning....maybe it was just some legit made up bullshit to make ppl feel better about being alone? give them hope of sorts that there is someone out there for them...when in reality the idea is absurd lol cant have faith without absurdity.

[@buttsecks8351]

Look up the term KARMIC partner. Your soulmate can be a friend, family member, and lover. You have multiple soulmates. Your soulmate can be your life partner.

[@linanicolia1363]

all rubbish.....many people can be " soul mates "......that mate thing is primitive and primordial and should not even exist in a society that is trying to advance. It goes against all natural laws as energy , which is what we are, does not need " a mate". Leave it for the wolves, some birds etc....they look for mates and stick together. Humans should not be affected by the same urges as they are related to reproduction. That is another archaic concept. That reproductive thing....not intellectual and not advanced, certainly not enlightened as it holds civilizations down.

[@CLJuvenal]

"Be a mate to your own soul." Love watching your posts.

[@ben_jammin242]

Dude, you are so wise. I love you man. Thanks for putting this out there

[@jenniferbassfirstchannel]

They got to believe the same things you do. Treat you right! Keep promises and good values morals etc. I'm married going on 3 years now and strong. Hes my soulmate.

[@cheesebandit84]

I could listen to him talk all day. I bought his books. They read in his voice as I read them. So wise and inspiring

[@xancient_truthx]

LOVE YOURSELF the way you want to be loved,then and ONLY then will the universe provide your twin! 🌍✌🏽🌳🌴🌱🌲🌅🐛🦋🐿🌞🌝

[@pokeninja97]

TRUTH

[@snycnicesla1486]

Pure accuracy ❤🙏🏽☘❤

[@randomelvis3359]

True dat 👍

[@diegopitbull7580]

I hope your statement is true.

[@xancient_truthx]

@@diegopitbull7580If you have DOUBT, you will forever be lost my friend

[@assassinboym]

Hey Russel, thank you for creating these insightful videos. I believe the world needs to hear more of these universal truths which you convey in such a digestible medium. 💫

[@goldenglove4663]

I'am coming.

[@vinniewaran9290]

SIDE NOTE: couldn’t help but think .. you have to do a video on ‘how to speak so clearly and eloquently as you do’ with very lilttle ums and arhs

[@naimaahmed6463]

He is a Gemini lol; mercury is the ruler in Gemini. Speaking comes to them like a second nature.

[@lagroad]

Just take some speech classes, mate. They’ll help you build good habits, and the best part is, if you invest in your speech for a year, that’s a year that’ll last you your lifetime. Good investment imo. Im waiting for stuff to open up so i can make said investment.

[@hanzoY248]

@@naimaahmed6463 imagine believing in astrology

[@BarryBizzle]

Check out Charisma on Command

[@myrtila]

Naima Ahmed it has nothing to do with zodiac signs though.

[@Urbanforager]

I was just thinking about relationships. I’ve been widowed for 8 years. I haven’t dated or gotten out there looking for a man. I wouldn’t mind one, but I don’t want any bum just to be with someone. Society puts this ‘have to be with someone’ pressure. I feel like a freak for being single.

[@kirstenmckinnon2417]

linda connelley I totally agree.

[@jadachanae]

Kirsten McKinnon g

[@helle5285]

I have been for almost two years, I wasn't even thinking about other men and one just fell out of the blue. You're not a freak. Take your time, completely ignore people who try to pressure you, not their life. 👍💚

[@ms.rlsteele351]

Soulmates don't have to be husband and wife. One of my closest friends who is married is a soulmate to me. She knows me better than anyone else.

[@eliyasara9786]

that's a little sad that she's not related to you and yet knows you better than your wife.

[@ms.rlsteele351]

@@eliyasara9786 I am female. She is my best friend. I apologize, I didn't make that clear like I should have.

[@sohailalexander4681]

@@ms.rlsteele351 don’t break up a marriage

[@RVGamer]

@@sohailalexander4681 ...unless you're bored" -Russel Brand

[@carolinekeenan1499]

Nailed it Russel.... I remember on one of my shamanic journeys I realised that all the crap we put on relationships doesn't actually exist it's a man made religious indoctrination, in a mind aware altered state there is no emotion as jealousy, possession, these are all man made... in the bigger picture of things we have narrowed love down to a lifeless, imprisoned emotion, that truthfully has no boundaries in the bigger scheme of things....because you know that love is infinite...

[@katem3]

That little laugh at the end was so cute. Thanks for this!

[@egolifeheaven]

Love and cherries are no laughing matter.

[@positivepenny5477]

The ego is continually changing, but not the soul.

[@MalloryNewcomb]

PositivePenny Well said dude!

[@softrain6245]

I think your soul can definitely change. You can have a change of character, thats what you would call personal growth. And those characteristics are what I believe make up your soul, an ever-changing and evolving entity.

[@marielleclarke1626]

A relationship is a reflection of yourself. Any kind of relationship. Thank you, that made it so clear for me and who I am. Sometimes it is so easy, but I cannot see it.

[@worstusername22]

Much love to all and definitely Russell. What a wonderful human being.

[@icebreaker9006]

Obey Jesus Christ or you will go to hell, turn to the Lord before its too late, if you don’t REPENT OF YOUR SINS then you will likewise perish in hell. All liars, fornicators, adulterers, idolaters, blasphemers, whoremongers, thieves, murderers, homosexuals, effeminate, etc, will not inherit the kingdom of God. Once you turn to the Lord, read the new testament in the bible, the gospels, to develop a relationship with God. God bless you all. Turn to Jesus, repent or perish, turn or burn.

[@TheMirrorAndTheWindow]

Nobody’s your friend, nobody’s your lover. Everybody’s your teacher. The person who mirrors back to you the divine self love you hold for yourself, or that you should be holding or that you should be aspiring to hold- is your “soulmate”. It’s simply the person through whom your higher self chooses to show you unity (within self and with others) vs duality.

[@diamondsproglerlivingforev9711]

I'm sticking with my dog! Much more unconditional love than I've ever known - she's beautiful and I keep telling her that.

[@topbark5]

I like the idea that the human being enjoys company and experiencing love, but the soul is on it's own journey.

[@davidjones9060]

I was running for a bus when my shoe fell apart. A beautiful girl called out to me “Hey is this your Sole Mate?”

[@susanc9178]

Lol

[@carolebrelo7234]

Hahaha!!

[@henrietta9206]

Say 'yes'. Simply and only because she is beautiful. ?

[@applejuice5068]

Lol :)

[@Roybrighton1]

Hehe

[@mariannelaba1985]

Russell you are the smartest most articulate thoughtful insightful public person I've never met!!! Thank God you speak English!! I was a film buff now I listen to classic FM radio first and secondly continue to follow all the contemporary European artists and singers introduced on PBS in America. Though I agree with you 100% about finding my own muse I find value in beautiful music and outstanding artistic achievement in this life. I can only hope to find peace not knowing how long I've got. I'm 75!!!!👏👏

[@cinfirefly3058]

Before looking for a “soulmate “ you must have self love, you must be able to stand emotionally, mentally, financially by yourself. You can not expect your partner to do that for you, they can add to it, but you must have self love before looking for it in someone else. The same goes for them, you don’t want to become someone’s fixer, two people work together to become one. As you get older people change and sometimes love isn’t always enough. You can love someone but not be in love with them people grow apart.. than you realize you have neglected yourself by not taking care of self, because you lose who you are your so busy being something for someone else. Always remember to love self first because you’re not good for anybody if you don’t.

[@yodab.at1746]

The person who unlocks the very best you can be, beyond being yourself.

[@saidkhleif7659]

His Words are coming out from the fountain of truth .This man is connected to the source . God bless you Russel .

[@wendykelly283]

Self Love took me long enough to understand this... after having my awakenings. Just be kind to each other, you'll know yourself who's right for you... like your wee vids Russell thanx for sharing pal 😊

[@emilyzena7070]

Brilliant - best concise and intelligent view of this topic I've come across. These podcasts are wonderful; unpretentious, compact and vital. Russell Brand we are very lucky to have you!

[@fatmabahri1315]

Genuine connectedness is the real solid foundation for a meaningful lasting relationship.

[@clintwhite4372]

"Love and oneness is for all people" - The Church of Russell

[@mr.madnarrator3635]

Always impressed by how relaxing it is to hear this man speak of such touching and intimate subjects. He is, without a doubt, "a mate to all our souls". Even if you don´t particularly agree on him, I find it hard to deny his good itentions and his ability to approach the audience in such a humble and open way.

[@ibrahimbaba316]

I know of a man who could help you restore back your relationship either your ex or soulmate

[@ibrahimbaba316]

He was the one who helped me in restoring back my ex partner three days ago without delay

[@ibrahimbaba316]

Whtsaap him"**

[@ibrahimbaba316]

±2348140799323⏭⏭💕💕

[@wriglarzzz]

Actually helped me with an ex who thought we were but then broke it off so quick. This is great, soulmate is a narrowminded vision of ones self. Thank you.

[@ibrahimbaba316]

I know of a man who could help you restore back your relationship either your ex or soulmate

[@ibrahimbaba316]

He was the one who helped me in restoring back my ex partner three days ago without delay

[@ibrahimbaba316]

Whtsaap him"**

[@ibrahimbaba316]

±2348140799323⏭⏭💕💕

[@skysurferrain430]

This literally just spoke to my soul and lifted a burden or bond. Everything I’ve ever thought of inside of myself but could never project outward and then explain or formulate into sentences 👌

[@RussellBrand]

Do you believe in soulmates? Are you waiting for yours? Have you found them?

[@hugo9547]

A soulmate is one's own propensity to love themselves.

[@veryfitting]

I believe that soulmates are our link to the things we wish we had expressed in ourselves, hence a kind of Ying Yang or opposites attract situation.

[@aceofhearts0]

I think there are multiple people out there that can be a soulmate for you. Even if just one person fucked it up and got with the wrong soulmate, that would alter the cycle for everyone else. So doesnt make sense we just have 1 person that we are supposed to find that is a 'soul mate'

[@wiggityp]

I believe, Russell.

[@jenniferbassfirstchannel]

Yes I do. I believe in soul mates!

[@BuhbbleB]

Convinced this message is for me. You posted it on my birthday and seeking outside validation/not really loving myself 100% has been a long going struggle for me. Thank you. I will take the time to really absorb your words.

[@susanbabudro3825]

I never thought of a soul mate as a god or redeemer or anything like that. Just someone who resonates in like with the mate. I don't know where you ever got that idea lol. You want to be with a good person, someone who shares the same ideals as you, someone you can really trust, etc., someone from the same "base" of experience and understanding. A vibrational match. The same level of maturity and awareness. The same base from which intentions spring. That's what soul mate means to me. Otherwise, how can you be in good relationship if you are not in good relationship? To me it boils down to that simple understanding. Not so simple to find, which is why so often it is best to be solo because you have you in that relationship and no one to fricken screw that up for you because you didn't find someone of that resonance.

"Vibrational match", that's a good one !

[@elsagrace3893]

Florian Thiébault yeah, what does that even mean? This person was s describing being in a relationship with themselves because they don’t have sufficient social skills to be in one with another person.

[@susanbabudro3825]

@@elsagrace3893 Actually this person was saying better to be in a relationship with yourself than with the wrong person.

[@susanbabudro3825]

@@elsagrace3893 You truly cannot have a good relationship with another unless you have one with yourself first. Better to not be in a bad relationship with a wrong person than to be in one of those. Unless you don't have self respect, but only two people with self respect can form a good relationship. Skills for relationship with those without that? Hmmmmm. Not for me.

@@elsagrace3893 I feel a judgement on the "social skills". Maybe I'm wrong. Better to be on your own that with people not in a positive energy, nop ?

[@KlauzFlos]

"Instead of looking for a soulmate, be a mate to your own soul." 4:22 XD

[@carolinaprado7529]

Oh my friggn God!! Russell you have just unleashed my freedom. Being the traditional libra that I am, believed in a soul mate out there for me. And this vid just gave me a huge break through. Made me understand, we are in constant evolution, there is no one soul mate. You explained it so articulately. Thank youuuuuuuuuuuuu!!!!

[@elizabethfaraone]

I was married twice and was unhappy in the marriages for good reasons, despite my deep love for them. My mom was my soulmate. I miss her. I’m happier single but if I found someone I loved, that would be lovely. I haven’t fallen in love for a long time.

[@Summeroflondon]

This is fantastic. You reach a point in life where you realise the false idols you’ve been indoctrinated to look to for fulfilment are nothing. Just passing phases of passion, yearning and trying to live a fairytale. I’ve learnt that I no longer need any human being, I may want someone in my life to add to it. But never again will I need

[@kaylaabdul5039]

I honestly love this man, he literally spews wisdom and spirituality

[@Jenleahhh]

What you are talking about is people looking for a soul mate in order to fill the hole in their heart. They depend on finding love in order to find happiness. But what if you find happiness and yourself first, THEN find your soul mate? I believe most marriages end in divorce because people are afraid of being alone, and therefor settle for someone they are not truly in love with. Eventually it falls apart because they are still left wanting more. Find your own happiness, your own hearts content, your own journey first. And then wait until you find someone who compliments these things and ignites your soul, versus settling down with someone because society says you should. Thats a true soul mate connection.

[@teampyro911]

some people are very greedy and can never or will ever have enough :/

[@Chri670]

“Voting for political party’s that can never help you.” The realest shit I’ve ever heard

[@Snibble]

Even when ones options are not limited to two it can be hard to not see the truth.

[@QS-si3cq]

*parties. "party's" is possessive, not plural.

[@lanrenault2876]

I have been watching this channel though the lockdown....and it been so helpful, I am lost in life ,I have arrived at a point that I think I will never find a soul mate or my life partner or even my path in life ,the girl I thought was the one ....left . I waited so long in my life to find her , but I guess if you are broken it’s not fair to expect an other person to help fix you, thank you so much Russell for your great contact,

[@stonedape8437]

If you can’t love yourself right now love your future self and then become him.

[@itzAurora_Xoxo]

Wow

[@LusciousTwinkle]

I am married(12 yrs) and I think that being a soul mate mean you recognise them and they you both accept the shittiness in eachother as well as the good bits. This has taken me time to recognise and accept(he already knew all this). But I approve of what you are saying also....The journey is within ourselves.... so you find love and then you have kids...THERE is the love! Nothing prepared me for that amount of love. But things still arent perfect because they never will be. There are probably more things about myself that I would like to change in my 40s than in my 20s. My advice is stay away from the psychos, sow your wild oats and when you find someone lovely, do all you can to hang on.

[@mitzystark6667]

I don’t even know if you’ll see this, Russell, but your evolution as a human being is soooo inspirational. You have become so in tune with life and it is admirable. If only everyone can have even a bit of your perspective. I would love nothing more than to see you and Dr. Jordan Peterson speak on the aspects of relationships because I think humanity has lost touch on what a relationship between partners should be and you both aim for the same goal; finding love and figuring out how to recognize it and how to operate it,

[@aguilartist]

Just when I was about to feel miserable about myself and i clicked on this video made me feel much better thank you for sharing this knowledge 🙏🏻

[@eileen945]

Lmao, This was brilliant, funny, intense and nurturing in a “ get right to the point” kinda way. I am 65, been married several times, not lucky in love because of my lack of self and I chose poorly. Real love has been elusive for me. Now after 5 years of celibacy and working out my own life... I am wondering about my fate as a partner. I am not looking for a man to fulfill a role anymore. Maybe just to share this life with real joy and peace and laughter and play. Like an ebb and flow of the sea.

[@wadudesilva7903]

Whats needed is those real mates with whom you can share your thoughts and keep working on enriching your soul - it is one great way to keep it up!

[@beatapozitiva5215]

Romance does exist, but it is as ephemeral, as is perfection . When we learn to cherish moments of Romance and release expectations simultaneously , there is a just balance . Lovin this video ~ and darn ! , you look well fit in that shirt :-D

[@angiegreen2825]

Ha...he is looking so gorgeous isn't he luv....i think it's not just that he has aged very well....i think that Mr brand is carrying himself very well. An is just radiating and projecting a lovely an beautiful ora and he is so insightful. It is a pleasure to listen to him. Life experience an a full on life lifestyle has made him into such a mature wise and knowledgeable person. Xxx

[@TheKenjoje]

russel brand's greatest and most complicated intro to divorce ;)

[@Stumpybear7640]

The most important relationship is with yourself. Love yourself and your soul mate will appear when you are ready 🙏❤🙏

[@piqueny8872]

They balance you out. Ying to your Yang right to ur left Smile to your frown Light to your the dark Calm amongst the storm When you hear their voice or are in there presence you feel calm, peaceful and And whole.

[@arratho]

does this not imply a sort of codependency

[@llararulens8895]

Perception, noone is the Ying to your yang. You create that and it may not stay that way.

[@ML-ey2yu]

I wasn't looking for a soul mate, but I met my partner when I had recently broken up with my ex and was happily single. But I knew (we knew) straight away on some other level that I can't explain that we were what people call soulmates. It's almost on a subliminal unconscious level. I am a better person with him. Suddenly I understood what love is. Even the sex was amazing and on a kind of spiritual connection. I don't know if this deep connection has to do with pheromones, genetics or what, but it's real. Still feel the same way over ten years later. I'm 41 now and glad we met in our thirties, with the maturity and confidence in to accept things.

[@denisepaulsenful]

Find someone you can stand. And who can stand you. Be humble and grateful they're willing to go through the ups and downs of a long-term relationship. When we married 23-yrs ago I was able-bodied and now I'm paralysed since 2011 following a spinal chord injury which occurred after i suddenly fainted. My husband is still with me. Although most relationships in similar circs fail. But he says he still loves me even though our lives as a couple have changed inalterably. I also had breast cancer in 2008. My husband is heroic. And i love him more than ever for he has shown me what true love is. It's selfless. An act of selflessness -v- selfishness. That's the very definition of love. A selfless act - the essence of humility, grace and class.

[@mungbean6693]

Please see Dr joe dispenzas testimonials. He healed his own spinal injury

[@bharathsf]

Tears. Being a Hindu from an orthodox family, my grandmother used to tell this in her own words, never listened to her.

[@peteranastasia1808]

It is beyond belief. I have met several Soulmates both male and female and canine forms. They are shamanic in nature and hold keys to Soul retrieval because they reflect aspects of one's Soul in need of healing. Only more recently have I had the good fortune of meeting and marrying my Twin Flame, the Ultimate Soulmate.The Twin Flame is the perfect mirror image of one's Soul and often an important catalyst for one's Ascension. As such Twin Flames usually meet in their final life. It is often in your Twin Flame that you first recognize God in "other". From the Twin Flame this Awareness expands to humanity on an Universal level. Soulmates connect us to an aspect of our Soul. Twin Flames give us a holographic mirror reflection of Who We Are as Divine Beings. This is a mystical Awareness and Understanding that facilitates our Ascension and return to Source as Spirit beyond identification with body, mind, thoughts, concepts, or illusions based in time or space within the temporal dream of separation from Source. Ultimately there is only One Self, but within the dream of individuality, these dream symbols may appear to us in order to help us to remember Who We Are as Pure Awareness or the Awakened Mind (the Buddha or Buddha Nature).

[@peteranastasia1808]

@Galva Tron I have no reality outside your mind. I am a projection of yourself or your reflection. In other words, you "spot it" then you "got it". Your mind is within the matrix. It's time to Wake Up!

[@meljc2823]

Russel, iv loved and believed in your intelligence ever since I watched yr first stand up DVDs. I came across you on the TV one night when I was feeling suicidal. Your Witt and humour and great character came to me through my TV and told me everything will be ok and I can get through the emotional pain at the time and saved me. And you still are. Yr intelligence is amazing, I always saw it from the start of yr career. Thanks for being you. 🤗🤗🤗❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🙏🙏🙏xxx

[@rickie5150]

The closest I ever thought I was to a soulmate... we dated 10 months, never had an argument, great sex, tons of fun, and on a Friday night she said she wanted to have a family with me... Sunday she was engaged... just not to me. That was my first girlfriend. Whatever a soulmate actually is... it has nothing to do with commitment.