All of life is an imitation.  What you perceive with the body is merely a reflection of an idea.  That which began as thought took on a vibration until it “solidified,” in your terms.  All retains a specific vibration, and this is how you recognize things—by the consistency of the vibration.
 
Others recognize you by the consistency of your vibration.  As you take on new thoughts, beliefs, and emotions, your vibration changes, at times to the point where others say, “You have changed so much.  I no longer recognize you.”  Your basic vibration as a human remains, but you have molded your energy field with your thoughts and behaviors.  Others sense this about you.  As you change, you resonate with similar vibrations in others and may no longer resonate with those who have not changed.  This oft requires an adjustment in relationships.
 
You are a reflection of the Creator.  All of life is an imitation of how life began as an idea—as a “word.”  In the beginning was the Word.  All is in constant evolution as the word evolves and the vocabulary of creation increases.  What word do you wish to reflect?  What aspect of the grand idea do you wish to imitate?  Be prepared for changes as you do so, for life is all about change as you go about expressing and reflecting the purest vibration of All That Is.