I’ve always thought that “fate” would bring things and people into your life when it’s supposed to. I still think that. So how does my job work then, if fate is what matters – not my ability to find matches for my clients? I’ve asked myself that same question, and here’s what I’ve come up with:
I think that my effort – and matchmaking in general – is valuable because it creates the opportunity to connect with people that you wouldn’t otherwise connect with. We’re a gateway – conduit. We are to singles what Amazon is to shopaholics! Without trying to over-emphasize or amplify this profession for more than it really is, it truly is way for people to meet when they never would have met otherwise.
I often need to remember my own story when I start to question this. I met my amazing husband online back in 2007 (when online dating was a little better off than it is now). He was in California, I was in Montana. There was NO other way we would have met. That website was our conduit of fate.
So whether I’m writing this to convince you or myself that I’m a conduit of fate, I’m not sure. But I am sure now that I’m helping fate, not getting in its way. Your connection could come in the form of a missed flight, a mutual friend, the help of a stranger, or even from a matchmaker. Open your mind – and your heart – to the possibility of love from anywhere! Maybe you’re even reading this blog for a reason!!
