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An FAQ on the World of Empaths

I was born a natural Empath (it runs in my family) and I have been developing my skill as one for the majority of my life. I hope that sharing my knowledge of what an Empath is and the tips that I’ve accumulated throughout the years help those who read this article.

What is an Empath?

Empaths are a type of psychic individual who are sensitive to the emotions of those around them. They are able to feel and, depending on the skill or power of the individual, absorb or even project emotions as if they were their own.

Are You Real?

Yes, we are real. Next question, please!

What are some other signs that I might be an Empath?

Here are some signs that you might be an Empath. Please keep in mind that this is not a definitive list and you may or may not experience only some, or even none of these signs as everyone’s ability is unique.

You find yourself avoiding large crowds as they are incredibly overwhelming and disorienting for you

You sometimes can’t tell if your emotions are yours or others

Alternatively, you are feeling an emotion that you can not find the source of

People naturally come to you for help or to vent

You feel compelled to help these people

Listening to tragedies or watching sad/gory movies is near impossible for you

Animals generally trust you more often than others

You find that you cry easily

You are attracted to a career or lifestyle that helps others including, but not limited to; nursing, social work, or psychiatry

If I was not born an Empath, can I become one?

Just like with any and all psychic abilities, every human has the ability to develop the skills of an Empath. It, however, takes time, patience, and practice. For easier understanding, let’s compare it to learning how to play an instrument. Some are born naturally gifted, some take it up easily, and some take a little more time to learn the needed skills. However, anyone has the ability to learn how to play the guitar, if you have the resources needed. Those resources don’t need to be the most expensive private tutors or music schools. Sometimes all you need are some good YouTube videos, a few instructional books, and lots and lots of practice.

What are some things that I can do to help grow my Empathic abilities?

Meditate - Meditation aids in your focus, ability to feel and recognize energy, and boosts your psychic awareness.

Practice with a friend - When you are with a friend, (with their permission), try to get a reading on their feelings and confirm with them if they are right. Are they happy? What do you feel they are happy about? Are they stressed? What could be stressing them out?

Take time to analyze your own feelings - As an Empath, it is important to be able to distinguish your own feelings from others. What are you feeling? Can you determine what is causing you to feel this way? Please note that this gets a bit more complicated if you have mental illness.

Learn shielding - As you grow your Empathic abilities, you will soon come to realize that there are some feelings that you don’t want to absorb or perhaps, there are too many emotions around you. Learn to shield to protect yourself from these things.

Be patient - Almost everybody has the capability to experience and grow their abilities as an Empath. Just like learning an instrument, however, it can take time to master. Trying to force it will just frustrate you and burn you out.

I am an Empath and am having a hard time with it. Do you have some tips to help control my abilities?

Avoid crowds when possible. Tons of people and their influx of emotions will surge your senses.

Look up movie summaries (if you are okay with potential spoilers) before going to see any to know if there is any tragedy or gore.

Try not to get caught in a toxic cycle of seeking out upsetting news, even if it means unplugging your computer.

Mindless games are a great distraction and way to occupy your mind over something else.

Meditation helps with sorting out which emotions are yours and which are not.

Try this grounding ritual: Visualize a light surrounding you. It’s keeping you in and everything out but remains comfortable. Then, imagine roots coming from you. Imagine them going into the ground and holding you in place. Feel how strongly the roots are holding you to the ground. No wind or force can easily push you over.

Learn how to block out emotions. I imagine a bubble around me when I go out. Everyone has different methods.

Keep a journal or at least write somewhere to help you sort things out or to reference to later

REMEMBER: It is not your responsibility/you are not obligated to help everyone. It is impossible and can be detrimental to your health.

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