Many people cling to the idea of a “soul mate” as a kind of emotional lifeline—a comforting belief that fate has paired them with one perfect person. But once we put this notion under the lens of contemporary modal logic, it quickly unravels. In this essay, I challenge the romantic assumptions we often take for granted and show why common definitions of soul mates fail both logically and philosophically.
Author: Uriah Gladue
I’m a Catholic writer exploring philosophy, theology, and the restless search for meaning.
My work is shaped by my own long journey through doubt, atheism, Protestantism, and finally the Catholic Church. I write to help others think more deeply about God, truth, and the countless ideas that shape our culture.
Why Wealth Is Not a Measure of Faith
In the process of becoming Catholic, there were a lot of so-called "Christian" beliefs that I had to drop. Some of those beliefs include not calling priests "Father," despite St. Paul referring to himself as a Father to the Corinthians (1 Corinthians 4:14-15). Or that at the end of the world, all Christians will be … Continue reading Why Wealth Is Not a Measure of Faith

