Finding a person who is your spiritual match is an essential component for a long-term relationship. A spiritual match can elevate and strengthen your faith no matter what it is. Even if they don’t share the same religion, a focus on the same core spiritual beliefs is important if you want to maintain a deep connection. So how do you do that?

1.    Keep the faith

You may be dating one dud after another, but part of being a spiritual person is having faith. Continue to have faith that you will meet the right person for you. Realize that your spiritual match is out there; it’s just a matter of you meeting them.

2.    Get clear on your beliefs

Knowing what you believe in is the key to finding what you’re looking for. Make a list of all the events, activities, and things that you find spiritual and then make sure you are partaking in them. Next seek out similar and identify those who find the same things interesting and spiritual.

3.    Continue to do the work

While faith and serendipity play a huge part in finding Mr. or Mrs. Right, that doesn’t mean they’re going to show up on your doorstep. As the saying goes, “God helps those who help themselves.” Continue to go to temple, church, hang out at the bookstore, go to a reading, or join a local sports team. You never know where your future partner may show up.

4.    Observe their behavior

Just because someone says they are religious or spiritual doesn’t mean they are. Do they think with the head or the heart? Are they truly connected to a higher source or are they just full of hot air? Some people yearn to be part of a church or spiritual group to keep appearances or make themselves feel better. Make sure the person you’ve met is doing it for the right reasons.