In 2010, popular and prolific author Richard Webster had a brush with death that compelled him to write this book on the soul, the spiritual and immortal part of each of us. Friendly and accessible, this guide explores beliefs and customs regarding the soul, past lives, and reincarnation in cultures all over the world. Richard explains auras, chakras, and soul mates. He discusses the Seven Rays, powerful universal energies that have a profound effect on the soul. Richard reveals how each of the Seven Rays is related to a specific life purpose, and presents quizzes, meditations, and exercises designed to help readers determine their ray and soul purpose for this lifetime.