What Is An Empath?

An empath is an individual with the psychic ability to sense the emotional state of another person, known as empathic sensing or empathic awareness. The ability to empathize with another person’s emotional experience is one of the most powerful gifts an empath can have. This deep connection to others can often lead to empathy in areas of healing, counseling, and life coaching.

Empaths tend to be highly sensitive and intuitive, and can easily pick up on the emotions and energies of the people around them. They can be overwhelmed in crowds or in emotionally charged situations. They often struggle to balance their own emotions with those of the people they are feeling. An empath’s feelings can be overwhelmed or confused if they are not mindful of their emotional state.

Signs You May be an Empath

There are many signs that may indicate you’re an empath. Here are some indications to watch out for:

• You are a highly sensitive person who can easily detect other people’s feelings and energies.

• You become easily overwhelmed in crowds, social events, or in other emotionally charged situations.

• You find it difficult to say ‘no’ when someone asks you to help, and often find yourself taking on other people’s problems as your own.

• You must take time out of your day or week to recharge and reconnect to yourself.

• You pick up on emotions and energies of people without them saying anything.

• You often feel drained after being around certain people or situations.

Empathy in Everyday Life

So what can an empath do? Living as an empath doesn’t mean you can’t lead a full rewarding life. Knowing how to cope with your empathic abilities and using them wisely, can lead to healthier relationships and a more fulfilling life. Here are some tips for making the most of your empathic experience:

• Spend time connecting to yourself and understanding your own feelings.

• Find ways to protect and shield yourself from negative energy.

• Surround yourself with positive people who can encourage and support you.

• Upgrade your mindset by focusing on the good around you.

• Don’t take on more than you can handle—it’s important to set boundaries for yourself.

• Once you’ve identified your feelings, identify the feelings of those around you.

• Spend time in nature or with animals to connect to the language of your heart.

By understanding your empathic abilities and knowing how to make positive use of them, you can use your powers in everyday life to make meaningful connections with those around you. Empathy is an incredible gift and something to be celebrated.