Because of our genetics, many of us also have to accept some limitations that our souls have arranged for us to use as learning experiences. Acceptance can be a challenge for the part of the personality we refer to as the Spiritual Ego, because it seeks physical perfection as a way to validate itself. This part may not see genetic limitations as opportunities for spiritual development. As humans, we also have a natural desire to seek comfort and safety, while the soul arranges circumstances that will further our evolution. A blind person has a different perspective than a person who can see or one with a missing limb or limited mental capacity.
Many people live with less dramatic limitations.
Whatever our perceived limitations, each of us has a unique opportunity to evolve and share our unique perspective on life with others. Beyond experiencing different perspectives, there are usually specific lessons connected with the limitations our souls choose for us. For example, a soul may choose a life in a wheelchair as a way to learn patience. Similarly, mental retardation may provide a simpler perspective for a soul who has just completed a particularly challenging lifetime. Exploring our genetics provides an opportunity to accentuate the positive points of the genetic history and family lineage we have chosen and to explore the higher purpose behind the challenges we face.