Your generous nature and highly developed senses are a gift. However, if they are not properly taken care of, there is a chance that they will be lost.
If you are an empath, please keep this list close at hand in case the outside world is harming your inner world.
Those who are sensitive and intuitive are able to quickly pick up on the emotions and psychological problems of others, and they often project those issues onto themselves.
Because of this, it is essential to differentiate your own aura from that of another and to regularly cleanse it of the negative energies and foreign vibrations that are all around us so that cracks and energy loss do not occur.
If you are not careful, this has the potential to deplete you and eat away at your own life force, and you may begin to view your gift of empathy as a curse rather than a blessing.
It is extremely important to make use of all of the coping mechanisms outlined below so that you do not throw away your wonderful energy on things that do not value it.
1. Don't feel bad about saying no
There are many individuals who don't accept no as an answer, but you'll have to make them accept it. If you're more on the empathic end of the spectrum, this is especially the case.
Because you are an empath, it is more difficult for you to say no than it is for other people, and as a result, others may take advantage of the energy and time you have available to help them.
They will ask you for something even if you aren't feeling well or don't have the time, and this is the point when you need to be cautious.
If you don't want to get taken advantage of, a clear no is the best answer you can give. People who don't respect the value of your time and energy probably shouldn't even be in your life at all.
2. Don't let others violate your boundaries
Having boundaries involves more than just being able to say “no;” they extend to other areas as well.
These boundaries also include making time for yourself, not responding to texts, avoiding arguments, and separating yourself from people who aren't beneficial to your well-being.
It's important to keep in mind that if you are an empath, you should avoid wasting precious energy and mental power.
An empath is a person who understands other people better than they understand themselves, but who should also make the effort to understand themselves.
As a consequence, empaths often lack clarity regarding their own emotions. What you need to know is that sensitivity makes you vulnerable to suffering.
You can prevent suffering to some extent by having healthy boundaries and keeping your heart closed until you really get to know a person.
3. Meditate when things become too much
Life can be challenging at times, and this is especially true for empaths because they have a greater tendency to be profoundly affected by the energy that surrounds them.
They should try to replenish this energy through meditation rather than engaging in activities such as overeating or watching a certain show.
When you are going through a tough time and the people around you are draining you emotionally and mentally, you should remember to do this.
The best way to do this is to go somewhere peaceful, light some incense, and center yourself in your own heart.
In addition, surround yourself with things that will immediately boost your mood and provide you with more positive energy, perhaps crystals, presents received from very close friends, works of art, or even candles with your favorite scent.
4. Take a full day to just unwind
Because they are constantly taking in the negative energy that is around them, empaths usually experience more exhaustion than others.
This applies not only to absorbing the negative energy of people who are close to you but also to absorbing their suffering.
Even if an empath just sees a hungry animal in distress or a beggar on the street, it is enough to change their entire mood.
They are affected by all of the suffering and sadness that is around them, and this eventually becomes very tiring for them.
In addition to their own misery and anguish, they are also responsible for bearing burdens on their shoulders.
Therefore, there are times when they simply need a break from everything and some quiet time to themselves.
5. Remember you should always choose the good no matter what happens
Unfortunately, despite the fact that empaths put a significant amount of their own mental and physical resources into helping others, they receive very little of either in return.
They are the ones who, ironically, give a part of themselves to others without expecting anything in return, only to be forgotten and abandoned.
Because of this, empaths often question if they should change and if the things they are doing are even right. Why should you help other people and be a good person when it causes you to go through so much discomfort?
Even if you are not an empath, you should still follow this advice because anything negative that you put out into the universe will eventually find its way back to you.
Even though you may be feeling hurt and offended right now, you should know that as long as your hands are clean, happiness is waiting for you at the end of the tunnel.
6. Stop rewarding the negative people around you
One of the most insightful sayings to remember throughout your journey through life is that bad behavior should never be rewarded.
Always keep in mind that breaking these words will only lead to negative consequences.
As an empath, you are constantly attempting to justify the actions of others, despite the fact that those around you may not do the same for you.
By adhering to these words in daily life, an empath is shielded from the experience of being disrespected and taken advantage of.
After all, they can't expect not to be hurt by people who don't even appreciate the number of times they've had to burn for them to keep their peace.
7. Replace negative thoughts with positive ones
Empathy is a gift that allows us to connect with others, but in order to do so, it requires us to sacrifice a part of ourselves.
If you want to be able to empathize with others without suffering the consequences of doing so, you will need to develop a strong sense of self.
No matter what happens, or how much negative energy you take in on a daily basis, this practice will help you remain centered and grounded.
Confidence breeds strength, and you'll need a lot of it if you want to maintain your empathy.
You are also beginning to understand that not everyone is deserving of your heavenly energy, so you learn to not take everything personally.
Some people will only use this energy against you because they believe you are weak, but in reality, you are stronger than anyone.
8. Learn to be selfish and put yourself first
Every exhausted empath is just a human being who has forgotten to put their own needs in front of others.
No! You can't always be the loving emotional nurse who makes everyone well again when they are unwell. At the end of the day, you only depend on yourself, so there are times when you need to be selfish.
Empaths are known to give a great deal of love to others, but because they don't receive even half of it in return, they are careful to limit their generosity to those who are most deserving.
Therefore, even if you have the desire to shower the entire world with all of your love, you should be aware that it is much too valuable to give to certain individuals.
Helen is the founder of Spiritualify.org where she covers all things astrology — from horoscopes and zodiac guides to retrograde alerts and moon updates. She also writes about other mystical lifestyle topics, such as numerology, crystal healing, tarot, dream interpretation, and more.
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