I believe all soulmates have made a decision to meet in this lifetime. they call it a "soul family" lol But the twin flame is completely separate and much more deep than a normal soul mate. That's why I don't think I've met my twin flame yet because it's such a crazy connection. I've had deep connections but nothing like the twin flame is described. The only thing that was similar with my ex was the fact that he was a runner. He's ran twice from me. But he ended up being so horrible, I don't think he could possibly be my twin flame. I've never read anywhere where a twin flame can be evil
I do know that the twin flame helps bring you to a higher spiritual level. But soulmates have past karma to take care of during this life. I don't know. It's all pretty heavy. Interesting though. Maybe Soul Angel said your current POI is your true soul mate, but she meant your companion soul mate because you're destined? Who knows
You're right. We are all on a different path and our journey's aren't the same. It's pretty cool though, when you look back on your life, and realize that a person you were so close to and no longer have in your life, was most likely a soul mate because you learned so much from the relationship. I know my ex husband was definitely my soulmate. I grew leaps and bounds with him and he's never left my heart. I still have a connection with him even though he died 5 years ago. That kind of stuff you can't make up