Dr Irina WebsterEmpaths are highly sensitive people who absorb the energy of others. This can lead to overwhelm, but when understood and managed, high sensitivity becomes a gift. I know this firsthand—I struggled with my empathy for years, even developing an eating disorder due to energy overload. I used to feel so overwhelmed that even speaking to people felt difficult. While working as a medical doctor, my sensitivity would cause me to sweat profusely during conversations with senior colleagues, to the point where I had to carry spare clothes to change into.
Eventually, I realized that sensitivity isn’t something to suppress—it’s a gift to embrace. If you resonate with this, you might be an empath too. Here are ten signs you absorb energy without realizing it:
1. You Feel Exhausted in Crowds
Large gatherings leave you drained, even when the atmosphere is positive. I always found crowds overwhelming and needed solitude afterward to restore my energy.
2. You Experience Sudden Mood Swings Around Others
You may feel happy one moment and suddenly anxious, sad, or exhausted after talking to someone. Empaths pick up on others’ true emotions, even if they aren’t openly expressed.
3. You Struggle with Emotional Boundaries
You feel deeply responsible for others’ problems, often taking on their burdens as if they were your own. This emotional absorption can lead to burnout.
4. You Crave Comfort Foods to Cope
After social interactions, you might find yourself bingeing on carbs or comfort foods. Many empaths unconsciously turn to food as a way to numb their sensitivity and replenish lost energy, which can lead to the development of eating disorders. For many, food becomes a form of emotional coping.
5. You Absorb Physical Symptoms from Others
If you’ve ever experienced unexplained aches or fatigue around certain people, you may be absorbing their physical distress. I often feel others’ pains in my body but have learned to differentiate between my energy and theirs.
6. You Are Deeply Affected by Tragic News
Violence, suffering, and world events hit you harder than most. Rather than just feeling sympathy, you may experience deep emotional distress as if the events are happening to you.
7. You Feel Recharged by Nature
Spending time in nature instantly revitalizes you. Whether it’s a walk in the forest, time by the ocean, or sitting in a quiet park, nature helps clear the energy you’ve absorbed.
8. You Sense When Someone Is Lying
Your intuitive ability is strong, and you can detect dishonesty without obvious signs. You feel when someone’s energy doesn’t match their words.
9. You Are Overwhelmed by Media
Violent movies, intense dramas, or distressing news feel unbearable. As an empath, you don’t just watch—you absorb the emotions portrayed.
10. You Need Solitude to Recharge
Time alone is essential for your well-being. Even a few minutes of meditation or quiet reflection during the day helps restore balance.
Embracing Your Empathic Gift
Empathy is a rare and powerful gift. Instead of seeing it as a burden, recognize it as a strength. Empaths have the ability to sense, understand, and even heal energy. The world needs more empaths who embrace their talents and use them for higher good. If you learn to manage your energy, you will not only protect yourself but also thrive as the healer you are meant to be.
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