Can you tell when people aren’t saying the whole truth? Are your feelings easily hurt? When a friend of yours feels happy or distressed, do you find yourself feeling the same emotions? Do you feel exhausted when you spend time around some people? Has anyone ever told you that you are too sensitive?
If your answers are yes, you are most likely an empath.
Empaths are sensitive people who have a sharp sense of what people around them are thinking and feeling.
There are many positives of being an empath. On the bright side, empaths are highly intuitive and emotionally intelligent. They are excellent friends and consistently show up in times of need.
However, because empaths quite literally feel what their friends are going through, they can become overwhelmed by painful emotions. They tend to take on the problems of others as their own. Therefore, it is common to feel drained.
How to Handle Your Empathy Without Getting Drained
Set Boundaries
Empaths have a hard time saying “no.” This can lead to you overcommitting yourself. Learn to say ‘no.’ Set clear limits with people.
Practice Self-Compassion
Empaths feel compassion for others quickly except themselves. Self-compassion means treating yourself like a friend. Get better at becoming more caring for yourself.
Ignore Your Inner Critic
Our inner critic is like one nasty coach that lives inside our heads. It is important to ignore these self-attacks.
Practice Mindfulness
Empaths get caught up in what is going on around them. You need to set aside time to tune in—practice mindfulness to reconnect to yourself.
Spend Time in Nature
Nature has immeasurable healing effects on us, as humans. Spend time in nature, hike, walk on the beach, or sit in a park. Make time to rejuvenate, especially when you feel overwhelmed.
It is essential to embrace both sides of being an empath. In this present world where a lot struggle to express emotions, empathy can seem like a superpower. Accept it!
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