They say life is a “journey”, a “school” and is here to teach us “important lessons”. But why?
Have you ever considered the possibility that the lessons we learn and wisdom we accumulate in this life, extends into other lives? Is it perhaps possible that our life is not the only journey of experience, advancement and maturing – but the whole of conscious existence is?
Is it possible that reincarnation, also known as metempsychosis, is responsible for the tremendous range of world views, instinctual drives and essential life decisions we make?
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What makes us so different from one another? What makes one person wise beyond their years, another driven by power, and another childlike, despite their age?
Regardless of whether you believe in, or entertain the possibility of reincarnation or not, you will find that the following Soul Ages theory applies to the vast variety of people in your life.
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What Exactly is a “Soul Age”?
According to the Soul Age theory, man doesn’t have simply one shot at living and learning. He has multiple lifetimes in which to grow, learn and mature.
Soul Ages are based on the different levels of advancement a soul obtains throughout its reincarnational journey (inspired by the Michael’s teachings framework). As a person progresses through the hierarchy, paying off karma as he or she advances, it is said that he or she is free to return to universal and infinite consciousness at the end, achieving final liberation.
Some call this the state of “nirvana”, others “heaven” and others “paradise”.
The 5 Soul Ages
Understanding the different levels people exist on is a useful way of developing empathy, understanding and insight. Also, these are all essential keys to enhancing the connection we have with our souls through inner work.
Below are the 5 Soul Ages in order from ‘beginner’, to ‘intermediate’, and then to ‘advanced’. You’ll also discover the sixth Soul Age which transcends all others: the Elder Soul.
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1. Infant Souls
Primary Focus: Being alive.
Lessons To Learn: Basic life skills, survival, mortality, physicality.
Age Comparison: 0 – 4
Key Characteristics: Raw, untamed, playful, excitable, unsophisticated, tribal, cautious, childlike, group-reliant, hunter-gatherers.
Also known as Newborn Souls, these people are often perceived by others as being ignorant, childish and innocent to the complexities of life. Possessing a very simplistic understanding of life, and a genuinely guileless approach to the world, Newborn Souls find it hard to adapt to ‘civilized society’. Instead, they prefer familiar clans, tribes and groups of people in wild, untamed environments. If this sounds like you, take the Infant Soul Test.
2. Baby Souls
Primary Focus:Â Belonging.
Lessons To Learn: Social structure, rules, roles, human relations.
Age Comparison: 4 – 13
Key Characteristics: Compliant, regimented, dutiful, role-defined, absolutist, disciplined, traditional, strong values.
Also known as Child Souls, these people seek to make meaning, order and stability out of the chaotic and uncertain nature of life. Perceived by other people as being clean, modest and rigid, Child Souls tend to be very conservative, religious and rule-bound. The Child Soul’s beliefs and senses of self are defined by their culture and traditional moral or religious system. If this sounds like you, take the Baby Soul Test.
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3. Young Souls
Primary Focus: Independence.
Lessons To Learn: Personal-advancement, free will, personal-achievement.
Age Comparison: 13 – 29
Key Characteristics: Ambitious, competitive, innovative, material gain, enterprise, freedom, individualism, self-centered, self-expression.
Also called Teenage Souls, these people often live by the maxim “my way or the highway”. The Teenage Soul, similar to an adolescent, seeks independence, social status and material gain. Essentially, these people are agents of change and are responsible for many of the greatest advancements in the world. Driven and externally focused, Teenage Souls tend to be “workaholics”. If this sounds like you, take the Young Soul Test.
4. Mature Souls
Primary Focus: Interpersonal harmony.
Lessons To Learn: Empathy, psychological stability, interdependence, self-awareness, relationships.
Age Comparison: 29 – 55
Key Characteristics: Sensitive, inquisitive, neurotic, diplomatic, introspective, egalitarian, cooperative.
Also known as Adult Souls, these people enter life seeking interpersonal and psychological harmony. Adult Souls are often perceived as being neurotic but caring. Focusing on the inner world, these people often struggle with the complexities and subtleties of life. The mature soul is liberal, relationship-orientated and visionary. Life is no longer about survival, role-filling or material gain for the Adult Soul, but about understanding, empathy and camaraderie. If this sounds like you, take the Mature Soul Test.
5. Old Souls
Primary Focus: Spiritual fulfillment.
Lessons To Learn: Non-attachment, autonomy, wise counsel, spiritual awareness.
Age Comparison: 56+
Key Characteristics: Solitary, spiritual, detached, philosophical, humanitarian, tired, unmotivated, empathetic.
Right at the end of the reincarnational cycle comes the Old Soul. Having already experienced the previous 4 stages of existence, the Old Soul has a well-rounded knowledge of society, relationships and the world at large. At this point, the Old Soul finds day to day life very uninteresting, and little can surprise or compromise their self-assurance. Relaxed and philosophical about life, Old Souls radiate depth, calmness and wisdom. The Old Souls focus is on self-actualization and self-fulfillment. To the Old Soul, life is an interconnected tapestry – one of which they strive to become One with. If this sounds like you, take the Old Soul Test.
6. Elder Souls
Elder Souls are the completion of the Soul Age cycle. An Elder Soul is an Awakened Being who has gone through a spiritual awakening and reunited with and embodied his or her True Divine Nature. In our society, we often refer to Elder Souls as “enlightened” or “spiritual Masters.” Read more about Elder Souls.
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Although most people don’t fit strictly within each category, often overlapping others, many people tend to inhabit one Soul Age more than the other.
Which Soul Age are you? I’d love to know below!
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I got 90%. I really need to look into the implications of being an old soul and how I can be of help…
I have an old soul, i always wonder about so many things about me, thanks , so much for let me know more about my soul.
I just took the mature soul test and was amazed at how the statements resonated with me which led to my score of 87%! I have always felt out of place as most people are either baby or young souls. Thanks so much for helping me finally realise that I’m ok and I just have been ‘around’ a little longer than most!
I scored 85% on Mature Soul Quiz….3 years ago I legally died 6 times after being stabbed in the neck.
After years of therapy and thinking that there is something terribly wrong with me,after reading the article I have an answer at last.I am not defective just an old soul.
So, I tested 83%- old soul, 80%- mature soul, and 63% young soul. I feel this is fair. Where I tested 63% young soul I feel is because I aspire towards financial freedom, and enjoy the finer things in life. As an older soul, my take on these tendencies within me is that, yes, part of my still uses my young soul energy at times. However, the ability to recognize that all are worthy of experiencing the joys and freedoms that are often attributed to financial success or stability, is an acknowledgement of the big picture. In my view, the creator didn’t put us here to feel undeserving, and/or to suffer poverty, including financial poverty. It goes without saying that the very best things in life are free. Like the love of self, and others, a sense of humor, beauty, family relationships. But financial wealth is also part of that. It’s another resource available to us and I say why not use it? I reject the popular notion that having an abundance of money means you are not spiritual. I think that can be as much of a trap as over-attachment to money is. As a spiritual person, I accept… Read more »
Hi, I scored 67 on the Mature soul, but 96 on the old soul. After I read your various articles on the subject, I wouldn’t need any test to be sure I’m an old soul. I must say that your articles are just awesome. Nothing from the internet ever inspires me with so little text (I mean it!). I’m amazed with this theory of “soul ages” and that’s already in my research list. I bought your book, by the way :-). It is really interesting to see evolution from this perspective. One of the things that makes me be that sure about being an old souls is that you guys do talk the language I’m used to. The anger against the “just knowing” feeling tends to be such a naive and childish way of thinking. Intuition and knowing from the complex combination of signs that the universe conveys teaches us much more than books, mathematics or empirical investigation. I do write myself a few things, and with your consent, I’ll translate a few of yours to post on my own website. I would also love to collaborate with this site someday, should you wish, or at least exchange e-mails. Anyways,… Read more »
I have always wondered when I have heard people talking about others as being old souls, what am I.
I took the test and got an 80 out of 100 and found that I am an old soul. I am very interested in learning more and have enjoyed this site.
I have loved reading your article as I am too an Empath & a Spiritual Warrior.
I simply cant get enough.
Thankyou for helping me on my Life’s Quest & understanding
Deanna
Blessings of Love & Light to you all .xx
I got 75 on mature soul and 76 on old soul, as I read all comments who have the slight difference score, it indicates a transitional phase.. So as one of the comment mentioned that he/she would like to go home, I do feel that badly lately. Even far before I know and understand about spirituality and the term of old souls and such, I always felt that I miss God.. Though the funny thing is that I’m not the so called as religious person..