The Expert’s Opinion on The Unhealed Empath
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As you probably already know, empaths are often known for their sensitivity, compassion, and ability to understand others. But why are most empaths also known for being too sensitive, lacking boundaries, getting easily overwhelmed, and even physically unhealed? The unhealed empath faces a unique set of challenges that can be difficult to navigate, even for the most seasoned self-helper.
What is an unhealed empath?
An unhealed empath is someone who has not yet learned to manage their energy healthily. You may find yourself absorbing too much negativity, and being sensitive to crowds, or places with a lot of negative history.
The problem with being an unhealed empath is that it's not just about feeling too much. It's about tuning into a lot of the wrong things, while not understanding what is yours and what isn’t. You might accidentally take on the burdens of others, even when those burdens are not yours to do anything with. It's about losing yourself in the energetic soup of the world around you.
This can lead to a host of problems, of which you can read more about on my blog about unhealed empaths. But how can you learn to expertly navigate your empathic side?
The Path to Healing
I am telling you, we should have all been taught this in school! If you aren’t an empath, chances are someone you love is, and wouldn’t it be great to learn how to navigate it better? You can! It is possible to learn how to consciously work with your energy system. That empath side can be both fulfilling and sustainable.
Here are some expert tips for healing:
Learn The Five Tools of Protection - A daily routine that is as easy as brushing your teeth. Learn to ground, center, get present, connect to the cosmic energy arm’s length around you in all directions, and seal it in. Easy right? Need a little extra guidance on this one? Visit my short class on the topic.
Learn Your Energetic Anatomy - This isn’t as complicated as it sounds. You are a system of energy. Just like the wiring to your light switch, if you know how to wire it, you can fire it. If the wires are crossed you can’t get the lights to work. Your energetic system is no different. Learn how to wire your own system.
Learn About Energetic Discernment - There are threats to your energy that everyone has and agree to engage with. But goodness, if you can spot those threats you can say “no” to them early and often and improve what energy you engage with.
Connect With Your Intuitive Gifts and Your Guides - You have specific intuitive skills that like anything, with skilled practice can be harnessed. Your guides, or unseen helpers are there waiting to help and work with you more often in this realm.
Seek Professional Help - I always think therapy is good for anyone feeling unhealed, in any way. But courses that help you learn to heal yourself can be hugely helpful from people who have “been there, done that.” Check out my Self-Healing 101 course.
If you're struggling to heal on your own, don't hesitate to seek professional help from a therapist or counselor who specializes in empath issues.
You Are Not Alone
Being an unhealed empath is a challenge, but it is not a curse. There are millions of us out there, and we are all on our healing journeys. With compassion, self-awareness, and the right tools, you can learn to thrive as the sensitive soul you are.
Additional tips for the unhealed empath:
Practice gratitude - “Yes, thank you, more please.”
Spend time with other empaths - Share your stories and connect.
Learn to compassionately, witness yourself - You are not a superhero. It's okay to take breaks and prioritize your well-being.
Healing is a journey, not a destination. Be patient in the process of becoming more of who you are as a unique, gift to this world.
