6 Ways for Empaths to Protect Their Energy

Empaths have a remarkable gift, the ability to deeply feel and understand the emotions of others. This can be very helpful for those of us working with healing arts.  However, this gift often comes with challenges. We can easily become overwhelmed by the energies around us, leading to exhaustion, anxiety, emotional burnout, and just an overall yucky feeling. Here are some suggestions for protecting your energy. 

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Returning From the State of Flow

When I return to the full power of my physical senses after being in a state of deep spiritual awareness and connection, it is just not a comfortable transition for me. Maybe I need to learn to stay in my body more during the spiritual connection, but at this point in my development, trying to tether myself to my body inhibits that state of flow for me. I have found ways to make the transition less uncomfortable, though.

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Take Just One Deep Breath

My favorite practice taught by Eckhart Tolle is that of the One Conscious Breath. Eckhart teaches that practicing mindfulness doesn’t have to be a long and involved process. Just one deep breath is enough to ground us in the present moment and center ourselves in consciousness. One deep breath is enough to interrupt the constant stream of thinking and give our minds a break.

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