Things to Expect

As an empath, we have certain... side effects that we have in common, some more so than others. These are things I've always thought were normal for all people. Imagine my surprise when I found out that not everyone did and that these things were common for all empaths. As a side note, I've seen us called psychic. That's true. Empaths are a type of psychic. Just to clarify.

So I've again researched other resources and spoke to a few empaths to get their point of view. See if these things are common for you. I'm going to start off with the lower vibration stuff and move to the higher vibration stuff towards the end of the list. Sound off in the comments.

Anxiety - Nervous, anxious; especially in crowds. Can have feelings of doom for no known reason.

Strong Senses - Particularly with noise and repetitious sounds.

Not Thick Skinned - We're often easily hurt (emotionally and physically), but also fully and strongly aware of the feelings of others, especially the underdog or those in pain. This is why we generally avoid conflict and seek to balance things and situations. This is always why movies, books, photos, etc, can bring us to tears so easily.

Weather Aware - We are deeply effected by the weather. Storms, sun, day, night all have a deep effect on us and we have deep feelings about them.

Beauty - Music, balance, beauty, and harmony are all very important to us not because of the senses they excite, but because we are so open hearted. We let the feelings behind it all seep into us. We know what the artist was feeling; that bliss when they created something so moving. This is why we're called "a blessing to be around". It's so easy for us to reach that high vibration through seeing the simple beauty in everyday things.

Attract others - The light inside of us, those higher vibrations, draw people to us like a moth to a flame. They all recognize that inner nurturing and caring spirit that just comes naturally to us. Adults, kids, animals are all drawn to us. This is another reason why strangers will open up to us about personal issues out of the blue. It's also the reason we are often the "go to" for friends and family for advice and comfort. Just by being us, we make people feel safe and accepted.

Water - Almost every single empath I know is what I call a "water baby". We LOVE water! We love a shower, but a bath big enough to swim in would be better. We'd probably live at the beach or a lake if we could. Water is our lifeblood, just like nature is. It pulls all of that negative energy away and provides us with a buffer against the feelings and energies of others. Isn't it great to just be surrounded by water life that just is? No judgment, no negativity, no scheming, no ill intentions. It all just is in the water.

Pretty interesting stuff isn't it? It's important that we understand how unique we are in the world so we can understand our own strengths and weaknesses. And maybe we can be a little more like the water life and just let it be.

In light and love;
~A