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Chapter 7

Soul Mates

Not all soul mates are perfect matches. Each of us has an ego, (some larger an others) dictating our individual ideas and desires.

Jeffrey had spent (in this lifetime) the better part of one magnificent year with Monique. She had been constantly at his side through his difficult recuperation and rehabilitation. She was his greatest source of inspiration, when he most needed it, his true soul partner. It was, therefore, a natural outcome of their association to announce to their parents their intention to wed (one more time) in a ceremonial marriage.

“After serious reflection, Monique and I have decided to formally tie the knot that continually binds us. We would, also, like to create a family of our own in the, not too, distant future,” Jeffrey revealed to his mother and father”

“We’re eternal soul mates, and, someday, I hope to discover many of the details from our past lives, just as Christina did of her different relationships with Jason,” Monique additionally explained.

“We share the same ideals and goals, and yearn eternal existence in the soul world in the distant future,” Jeffrey reiterated.

“It’s our greatest desire to enter the realm of light together, but only after accomplishing all we can to facilitate mankind’s rediscovering his true reason for being. We endeavor to exhibit the idyllic model, and lead the way,” Monique added.

Both Monique’s and Jeffrey’s parents were elated concerning their future unification. Each agreed they were the perfect match for one another. Naturally, they were eager to give their approval. The date was now set. Jeffrey and Monique would wed June 1st, the day after their graduation ceremonies were completed.

Although Jeffrey adored attending the school where his father taught, it, never the less, was somewhat awkward and cumbersome. Fellow students constantly approached him requesting favors. Female coeds sought him out soliciting a date, even though his intention to wed Monique was widely known around the campus. He recalled Jason’s prodigious discipline when confronted with the same temptations originating from the opposite sex.

“Don’t let your egotistical sexual desires ruin your life. Find your true partner, and never permit anything or anyone to interfere or destroy that perfect relationship,” Jason espoused.

Jeffrey, also, recollected the devastating consequences his futile attempt to seduce Christina might have produced. He was repulsed by the notion of committing any conceivable act imperiling his impending legal union with Monique. As a result of those incisive perceptions, he refused every advance or request for a rendezvous from the bevy of extremely attractive women on campus. Jeffrey was convinced, without Jason’s guidance, he wouldn’t have been able to resist his numerous alluring enticements.

Monique, with all her striking physical and spiritual beauty, was also, besieged for dates by the male population of the university. Unlike Jeffrey, she had dated a sufficient amount of young men to conclude for the most part, they were only interested in playing out their physical fantasies. Monique sought much greater fulfillment from someone she shared her time. She realized early on, only Jeffrey could provide the proper type and amount of spiritual stimulation she deemed obligatory. Monique considered it the concrete foundation for a fulfilling and long lasting relationship. She was ultimately convinced Jeffrey was the perfect choice after he shared this little bit of wisdom with her.

“The ego isn’t your friend; it quite often begets a crisis. So terrified of losing the things that stroke it, the ego, continually, triggers emotional distress. All too often, it craves such things as: money, prestige, power, and is much too caught up with its image. As a result, we find ourselves living in a constant paralyzing state of debilitating anxiety and unhappiness.”

They both agreed not to allow their egos interfere with enjoying and appreciating the here and now. They, also, strove to be extra careful with their verbal communications; not just with each other, but with everyone and under all circumstances. They pledged not to criticize one another or anyone else. They knew how defensive most people’s egos became, and the negative effects it fostered. In their opinion, bad mouthing, gossiping, and finding fault were nothing more than destructive negative egotistical behaviors.

Resisting Temptation

Just as there were destabilizing influences from all walks of life, the campus of Standard University was no different. Young people with their new found freedom were curious and enticed to experiment with the many types of mind altering substances. Unfortunately, they were all too available on any given college campus; Standard University had its vices. Although it had one of the highest admission requirements of all the universities, Standard students weren’t the exception when it came to pushing oneself to the brink of disaster. Monique and Jeffrey, like most young people, had been curious to experiment during their undergraduate years of college but only with alcohol. At the time, it was natural to join the crowd. Thankfully, they could look back on their experimentation as a learning experience. Now, they had outgrown the compulsion to satisfy that curiosity, and agreed consuming alcohol provided absolutely no benefit. They wanted to be, at all times, in control of their bodies and mentality and never at the mercy of any form of mind altering substance.

“The body is the temple for your spiritual core; it should be maintained as perfectly as humanly possible for as long as the soul resides in it,” Monique suggested.

Agreeing to abide by this principle, neither of them was the least bit tempted to further experiment with any of the, readily available, more addictive drug choices such as pot, cocaine, amphetamines, and heroine. Jeffrey recalled Jason using such expressions as death sentences and playing Ussian roulette when describing those addictions. Another thing he was grateful for, he and Monique never succumbed to the peer pressure of smoking cigarettes. They were, frightfully, aware it ruined one’s health and was nothing more than a very expensive dirty habit. What a shame, Jeffrey thought, for so many young intelligent people to sacrifice their well being because they weren’t disciplined enough to say no. They couldn’t resist the temptation offered them by the fast talking sales pitches from those, already, addicted users, whose sole motive was sharing their despair. How sad it was for the human mind to be so easily persuaded to indulge in such life ruining habits. Jason had warned his students of the dangers, but frustrated he could do nothing more. It was ultimately the individual’s choice to wreck one’s life or not. All too often, one learns the harsh reality after the damage is permanent, and the addiction too onerous to dispel. Jason advocated learning from one’s mistakes and those of others; however, with drugs one error of judgment was too many.

Change for the Better

Jeffrey and Monique sought to make everything in their lifestyle as natural as possible. Together, they opted to convert their food consumption to an organic vegan diet.

“ Although there’s so much propaganda being disseminated concerning the large amount of protein the body requires to be healthy, I don’t believe it,” Monique, skeptically, stated.

“You only have to discover the source of this misinformation, and their greedy motivation for convincing the general public of its improbable need, before becoming disillusioned. Unfortunately the meat and dairy industries have too much at stake. Only because it is in their best financial interests, do they attempt to hoodwink the consuming public. They want everyone to believe their products are the only sources of nutrition. It’s next to impossible to dissuade people from taking such claims seriously. They keep hearing all the misinformation these industries dispense through the media and commercials, that are paid for with their massive ill-begotten profits,” Jeffrey added.

“I’ve seen all the advertisements, and they appear convincing at face value. The general public should research the real facts, so readily available on the internet. This will help them reveal the truth, and begin thinking correctly for themselves,” Monique stated.

“I was once guilty of the same mistake. All too often, I would just accept any source of information until I finally realized the ads were almost always financially motivated and not objective. My coma vision taught me to do my own investigating, and not allow any third party to, wrongfully, influence my lifestyle and health,” Jeffrey disclosed.

“What do your parents think about our plans to go vegan?” Monique asked.

“Actually, they think it’s a good idea, and they’re giving it serious consideration. It’ll be a difficult transition, if they opt to change their diets. Most people presume there isn’t anything to eat if you forsake meat and dairy products at every meal, but that’s just a lame excuse. A meal doesn’t require meat or lactose products to be delicious and nutritious. There’s an abundant array of excellent tasting vegetarian substitutes, readily, available. If people only knew the debilitating effects these two foods, plus sugar, and artificial sweeteners caused, they would have a more meaningful reason to avoid them and not so willing to give in to their superficial cravings.”

Yum! Yum!

The next night Jeffrey’s mother presented them with a surprise gift.

“I know both of you opted to go vegan. I commend your decision. I want to give you these two books I found today at the book store.”

Monique unwrapped the package, discovering the first book entitled, Gourmet Vegan Meals, and then a second, The Natural Health Benefits of a Vegan Lifestyle.

“I quickly glanced through both books,” Mrs. Causegood revealed. “The Gourmet Vegan Meals has great tasting recipes; they even seem quite simple to prepare. We’ll need to collaborate, because I’ve a secret to disclose. We, too, are taking the plunge. Craig and I concluded, after taking everything into consideration, our health and peace of mind is better served foregoing the different types of meats, eggs, and dairy products.”

Jeffrey took a fleeting glance at Monique. It was just in time to catch her nodding approval of his parents decision to embrace their new natural lifestyle.

The Trepidation

He, too, was more than thrilled with his parents resolution, but something deep down inside kept troubling him. He had only revealed selected bits and pieces of his dreamy coma vision to Monique and his parents. They didn’t have a clue about the nightmarish conclusion.

“There are some details I must share with you from my coma that are, disturbingly, painful,” Jeffrey confessed to Monique.

“Lately, I’ve noticed you haven’t been quite yourself,” she recollected.

“Well, I’m not sure how to handle my quandary. I think I’d better divulge the final outcome to my father. I don’t want to alarm him unnecessarily; however, I’d never forgive myself if I failed to inform him, and it actually took place.”

“I realize your predicament; if you truly believe your parents’ lives are at risk, you must at least warn them,” she stated, reluctantly, while offering her advice.

The next day, Jeffrey broached the subject to his dad.

“I don’t want you to agonize over this, but there’s something I must make clear about my apparition. Just before I returned to consciousness, there was an incredible explosion that took the lives of my whole family. The uncanny part is, too much of my dream is paralleling our real life,” Jeffrey, hesitantly, informed him.

“I know we must be vigilant, but I refuse to live a life dominated by fear. One must enjoy the present; it isn’t feasible while maintaining an apprehensive mentality. All throughout the ages, mankind has successfully used fear tactics to manipulate and exploit his fellow man. Yes, your mother and I will be cautious, but I won’t allow anything to interfere with enjoying life to its fullest.”

Jeffrey’s father wasn’t naive. There were many people envious of his notoriety and position. There was even a great deal of jealousy among his fellow faculty. Craig received the red carpet treatment, the best off campus housing, and the highest salary to recruit him to Standard. Given those circumstances and the state of misplaced priorities, he was, acutely, aware of the dire possibilities.