Whereas our Higher Self is the individualized essence of our Creator, and remains in a state of perfection, our soul and oversoul represent our cumulative life experiences. At the end of a human lifetime here on Earth, the memory of our experiences are integrated into our soul and oversoul. And prior to entering into a new life experience here on Earth, it is our soul and oversoul that, in concert with our Higher Self, and our guides and mentors, create a Life Plan for the upcoming life experience.
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