Are YOU an Empath?

Does any of the following describe you?

Empaths are highly sensitive people who are capable of feeling the pain and emotions of others (family, friends, animals and even strangers) both in-person and from a distance. They have a heightened awareness to subtle energies and can sense energy from possessions, photographs, and in nature.

You’re in a crowd, surrounded by people. You’re starting to feel uneasy. Your heartbeat increases and you break out in a sweat. You have trouble concentrating and hearing your own thoughts. You’re feeling sad, happy, depressed, anxious – all at the same time. You suddenly feel overwhelmed. You are an empath.

Note: Being an Empath is not the same as having empathy. We all have the ability to empathize with one another.

Your emotions are considered highly sensitive, you cry easily at touching stories in the media, certain songs or profound moments. And others may tell you, you are “overly emotional” or “too sensitive”.
You avoid listening to the news and watching violence, cruelty or tragic events on television.
You sense or feel the emotions of others, both positive and negative.
You can often feel negative energy approaching; including those carrying lots of stress and burdens.
You walk into a room and can feel the energy of that room. Example: a couple has just had an argument and then left the room. You walk in a few minutes later and feel a bit uneasy but don’t know why.
Your emotions and/or, physical sensations can often change as you walk around a crowded room or go from room to room in someone else’s home.
You can sense when people are not feeling well, troubled, sad or even lying... even if they are putting on a brave face and act as if nothing is wrong.
Those who are considered “Fake” or “pretend to be someone else” are hard for you to tolerate.
You have a strong sense of intuition; you seem to know things without being told...you just seem to know what’s going to happen next, you experience de javu and lucid dreams often.
You have trouble concentrating when other people or Spirit activity is around you. Just having anyone in your space can be very distracting...as if they were trying to have a conversation with you, even if they weren’t talking.
You often sit with something on your lap...a pillow, purse, dog or child.
Stressful situations, negativity and negative people can often be overwhelming... arguments, loud voices and anger makes you extremely uneasy and you often have to leave the room.
You’re a great listener and love to help people; often feeling the need to volunteer your time and energy.
People often come to you with their problems; they often feel better afterwards, but you feel drained.
Your five senses (sight, sound, smell, taste and touch) are extra sensitive... bright lights, loud sounds, certain smells, rough fabrics all make you cringe.
Public places, crowds and noisy places make you anxious.
You love relaxed, quiet environments. You love your alone time.
You’re sensitive to the effects of stimulants and medications. Caffeine makes you anxious and more agitated than the average person.
Have you ever heard of the term “sympathy pains”? Empaths often mirror the symptoms of those close to them.
You feel very connected to your partners emotions and immediately know when something has changed or “feels off” with them.
You experience aches, pains or emotions that seem to come out of nowhere, then find out later on, that someone else you know, or love was having those same experiences.
You have lower back pain, digestive issues and/or shoulder pain.
Illnesses and injuries may affect you more than others...more complaining, etc.
You’re often exhausted or drained of energy for no obvious reason and need lots of alone time to rest and recharge.
You often put others before yourself and have trouble understanding why they do not do the same.
You can “feel” the days of the week... Mondays feel like Mondays and Saturdays feel like Saturdays and when a long weekend occurs you feel a little off balance.
Multi-tasking can be stressful.
You prefer everything to be in order and in its place, a clutter-free environment. A cluttered environment can be stressful!
You’re creative, artistic, have a great imagination, love creative expression... singing, dancing, music, acting, scrapbooking, artwork, drawing, painting and/or writing.
You get bored easily.
Feel positive, loving emotions deeply.
You are your best in calm, loving, quiet, peaceful environments and love being out in nature.
You love animals and most animals seem to love you too.

If you can identify with a LOT of the above statements... you are most likely an empath.

Notice a theme here? Empath = highly sensitive...to almost everything!