Who Was I in a Past Life?

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Have you ever wondered why you have certain natural talents or skills? Does a place you’ve never been before seem familiar? If so, you’re not alone. Some psychologists and spiritual healers believe these attributes and occurrences are from past lives. Yes, we’re talking about reincarnation.

Feeling a wave of deja vu or being particularly good at something without reason could be a sign that you remember something from a past life. But who were you back then? Answer these questions to get an idea!

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Questions Overview

1. What do you like to do in your free time?
  1. Paint or sketch. I find artistic inspiration everywhere.
  2. Read. There are too many books and not enough time!
  3. Nap. With my busy schedule, I’ll relax whenever I can.
  4. Explore. Why sit still when I can visit new places?
2. How would you describe yourself as a child?
  1. Adventurous, fearless, and rambunctious.
  2. Social, outgoing, and stubborn.
  3. Calm, care-free, and curious.
  4. Headstrong, loud, and obnoxious.
3. When you have nightmares, what are they usually about?
  1. Failure. I must be perfect, no matter what.
  2. My appearance. I don’t want to be ugly!
  3. Losing control. I like having power.
  4. Being trapped. I need to be free to do what I want.
4. You’ve been hiding something. What is it?
  1. I write cheesy poems about my crushes.
  2. I pretend I’m on a cooking show when making dinner.
  3. I bought a plane ticket to a place I’ve never heard of.
  4. I enrolled in a parkour course.
5. Who are you in your friend group?
  1. The leader. People tend to follow my example.
  2. The protector. I keep everyone safe.
  3. The smarty pants. I can answer any and all questions.
  4. The creative. People often catch me daydreaming.
6. Which of these animals do you feel the most connected to?
  1. Birds. They can fly wherever they want.
  2. Poodles. They have fabulous hair.
  3. Dolphins. They’re intelligent and curious.
  4. Elephants. They’re smart and creative.
7. Where do you experience the most deja vu?
  1. At the library. There’s something nostalgic about it.
  2. On a plane. Sometimes I think I’ve sat in the seat before.
  3. At the gym. Training my body helps me beat the competition.
  4. In the city. I feel powerful meeting new people.
8. What do you like to watch on TV?
  1. The news. I like keeping up with current events.
  2. Reality shows. The drama is everything!
  3. Documentaries. There’s always something new to learn.
  4. Dramas. I like getting lost in a good story.
9. What are you unintentionally good at?
  1. Crafting. I like making new things.
  2. Sports. I love competing and showing off my skills.
  3. Talking. I can be very persuasive.
  4. Planning. I can squeeze anything into a schedule.
10. Which quote do you resonate with the most?
  1. “Don’t wait for inspiration. It comes while working.”
  2. “To handle yourself, use your head; to handle others, use your heart.”
  3. “Courage is resistance to fear, mystery of fear, not absence of fear.”
  4. “Question everything. Learn something. Answer nothing.”
11. It’s your birthday! What’s your ideal gift?
  1. A book or journal.
  2. A reusable water bottle.
  3. A camera.
  4. A pocket knife.
12. What do you value most in life?
  1. Knowledge.
  2. Power.
  3. Popularity.
  4. Imagination.

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What is Past Life Regression?

Past life regression is an extremely controversial hypnotherapy technique used to recover memories from previous experiences. Hypnotherapists mainly use the technique to help those with mental illnesses. Some believe that reverting to a past state of mind from a presumably former life can help patients target specific fears, hopes, and dreams.

Regression is a common hypnotherapy used today; however, the past life regression technique has considerable risks that challenge its ethicality. There’s no scientific evidence supporting the reincarnation hypothesis the technique is based on. Also, there’s a significant risk that false and harmful memories could be implanted in the patient during the process. Because of these risks, many physicians prefer to use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help patients tackle traumas and phobias.

Even so, it can still be fun to “travel back in time” and discover who you may have been in a past life. Imagining or exploring a past career could help you uncover why you have certain traits, hobbies, or interests. Who knows? Past life regression may help you connect with your true self and move forward in your current life.

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