Karmic relationships or “fated” relationships — debunking the myth (2, 3, 5, 6, 14, 17, 19 )

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Across the internet, one often encounters the idea of “karmic relationships” or “fated relationships”. Many believe that by using the compatibility matrix, one can determine whether a relationship is karmic or predestined. However, this interpretation is overly simplistic and fails to account for the complexities and diversity of human relationships. That’s what we’ll explore in today’s article.

Karmic relationships or “fated” relationships — debunking the myth
Karmic relationships or “fated” relationships — debunking the myth

The concept of karma in relationships

Firstly, let us unpack the notion of karma in relationships. Karma implies that a person’s actions and deeds influence their future, including their connections with others. Much like sowing seeds, what we do today can affect our future partnerships. This idea does hold truth, but it ought to be viewed in a broader context rather than confined solely to so-called karmic relationships.

Karmic relationships or “fated” relationships — debunking the myth
Karmic relationships or “fated” relationships — debunking the myth

The compatibility matrix can indeed offer insight into the similarities and differences in character, worldview and needs of two individuals. It helps to gauge how easily they will understand and support one another, as well as which areas of life may present greater challenges.

All relationships are karmic

The idea of labelling some relationships as “karmic” and others as not is far too reductive. All relationships, without exception, are karmic in the sense that they bring lessons and experiences essential for each partner’s growth and development. We cross paths with one another to learn and evolve together.

The belief that a positive destiny matrix guarantees a strong relationship, and a negative one does not, is an oversimplification that ignores the multitude of factors influencing any partnership.

Karmic relationships or “fated” relationships — debunking the myth
Karmic relationships or “fated” relationships — debunking the myth

Arcanums of “karmic” and “fated” relationships

Certain practitioners assign specific Arcanums to enduring versus transient unions. Commonly, it is held that:

  • If the central Arcanum in the destiny matrix is 8, 10, 15, 16, 18, 20 or 22, the relationship is karmic.
  • If the central Arcanum is 2, 3, 5, 6, 14, 17, 19 or 21, the relationship is “fated”.

But this is entirely misleading! Strong and lasting relationships are built on mutual respect, trust, support and understanding. They demand work on oneself and on the partnership, regardless of one’s positions in the destiny matrix.

Arcanums 8, 10, 15, 16, 18, 20 and 22 can indeed present challenges, but this does not doom a relationship to failure. Numerology merely highlights potentials and tendencies; our future is shaped by our own decisions, choices and efforts.

Rather than seeking an ideal “karmic” relationship, focus on personal development and finding a partner who will support that growth. Self-awareness and understanding your own needs will guide you to more harmonious connections, no matter which Arcanums feature in your matrix.

Karmic relationships or “fated” relationships — debunking the myth
Karmic relationships or “fated” relationships — debunking the myth

Summary

In conclusion, the notion of “karmic” or “fated” relationships is an oversimplification. Every relationship offers opportunities for personal growth and development. We should prioritise consciously choosing a partner and actively investing effort into building harmonious, lasting connections rather than believing that the presence of energies 8, 10, 15, 16, 18, 20 or 22 in your compatibility matrix dooms you to failure—or that issues in matrices of 2, 3, 5, 6, 14, 17, 19 or 21 will simply resolve themselves.