{"id":2778,"date":"2020-03-18T14:40:14","date_gmt":"2020-03-18T14:40:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gator4138.temp.domains\/~seocloud\/website_bd55b9c6\/?p=2778"},"modified":"2023-05-22T08:06:57","modified_gmt":"2023-05-22T08:06:57","slug":"married-to-an-energy-vampire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/","title":{"rendered":"Married to an Energy Vampire? &#8211; Here&#8217;s What To Do"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:56.190476190476%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:56.190476190476%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:56.190476190476%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Now, I want to give this article a disclaimer. While being married to an energy vampire can be draining and hard to navigate at times, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">it should never tip into physical, mental, or emotional abuse. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">If your spouse is treating you this way then speak to a friend or family member for support and guidance, and aim to seek support from an official agency, legal system, or therapist.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">So, disclaimer aside, it is important to remember that all things in life sit on a scale. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The energy vampire in your life may only exhibit a few minor traits which can be worked upon through discussion and an attitude change. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">However, on the other end of the spectrum, you may be married to a full-blown energy vampire, and, if they are unwilling to change, you may need to evaluate alternative options.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This article seeks to discover what an energy vampire is, the impacts of being married to an energy vampire, how you can tell that you are married to an energy vampire, and finally, how you may be able to move forward with your spouse still in your life.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This is the second article in a series on energy vampires, so for a more in-depth look at the basics, please refer to my previous article.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#What_is_an_Energy_Vampire\" title=\"What is an Energy Vampire?\">What is an Energy Vampire?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#Can_you_Have_a_Happy_Marriage_with_an_Energy_Vampire\" title=\"Can you Have a Happy Marriage with an Energy Vampire?\">Can you Have a Happy Marriage with an Energy Vampire?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#How_Being_Married_to_an_Energy_Vampire_can_Make_you_Ill\" title=\"How Being Married to an Energy Vampire can Make you Ill.\">How Being Married to an Energy Vampire can Make you Ill.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#How_Can_you_Tell_if_Your_Spouse_is_an_Energy_Vampire\" title=\"How Can you Tell if Your Spouse is an Energy Vampire?\">How Can you Tell if Your Spouse is an Energy Vampire?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#Trait_1_They_Have_Little_Interest_in_the_Things_you_Love\" title=\"Trait #1: They Have Little Interest in the Things you Love\">Trait #1: They Have Little Interest in the Things you Love<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#Trait_2_Ceases_Communicating\" title=\"Trait #2: Ceases Communicating\">Trait #2: Ceases Communicating<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#Trait_3_Theyll_Give_you_Ultimatums\" title=\"Trait #3: They'll Give you Ultimatums\">Trait #3: They'll Give you Ultimatums<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#Trait_4_Youre_Always_the_One_to_Blame\" title=\"Trait #4: You're Always the One to Blame\">Trait #4: You're Always the One to Blame<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#Trait_5_Sex_is_a_Weapon\" title=\"Trait #5: Sex is a Weapon\">Trait #5: Sex is a Weapon<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#Trait_6_Loves_to_%E2%80%98Keep_Score\" title=\"Trait #6: Loves to &lsquo;Keep Score'\">Trait #6: Loves to &lsquo;Keep Score'<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#Trait_7_Put_you_Down\" title=\"Trait #7: Put you Down\">Trait #7: Put you Down<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#Different_Types_of_Energy_Vampires\" title=\"Different Types of Energy Vampires\">Different Types of Energy Vampires<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#The_Nagger\" title=\"The Nagger\">The Nagger<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#The_Victim\" title=\"The Victim\">The Victim<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#The_Critic\" title=\"The Critic\">The Critic<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#The_Narcissist\" title=\"The Narcissist\">The Narcissist<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#The_Natural_Sponge\" title=\"The Natural Sponge\">The Natural Sponge<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#Navigating_a_Marriage_with_an_Energy_Vampire\" title=\"Navigating a Marriage with an Energy Vampire\">Navigating a Marriage with an Energy Vampire<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#1_Look_Within\" title=\"1. Look Within\">1. Look Within<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#2_Righteous_Anger_Matters\" title=\"2. Righteous Anger Matters\">2. Righteous Anger Matters<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#3_Be_Selfish\" title=\"3. Be Selfish!\">3. Be Selfish!<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#4_Know_your_Love_isnt_Unlimited\" title=\"4. Know your Love isn't Unlimited\">4. Know your Love isn't Unlimited<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#5_Set_Some_Time_Limits\" title=\"5. Set Some Time Limits\">5. Set Some Time Limits<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#6_No_Compromising\" title=\"6. No Compromising!\">6. No Compromising!<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#7_Remove_the_Focus_from_Your_Marriage\" title=\"7. Remove the Focus from Your Marriage\">7. Remove the Focus from Your Marriage<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#8_Acceptance\" title=\"8. Acceptance\">8. Acceptance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/married-to-an-energy-vampire\/#Its_Now_Time_To_Embrace_Freedom\" title=\"It's Now Time To Embrace Freedom\">It's Now Time To Embrace Freedom<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_an_Energy_Vampire\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><strong>What is an Energy Vampire?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Energy vampires don't just exist within romantic relationships. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Energy vampires can be found in the workplace, in your friendship circle, and even in your family. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">While, as I mentioned, the severity of the energy vampires' actions is a sliding scale, in general, an energy vampire thrives and even benefits from bringing others down and draining them of their energy.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Where life is give and take, <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/mom-is-an-energy-vampire\/\" data-lasso-id=\"802\">energy vampires<\/a>, are all take and no give. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Because of this they can often exhibit <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/\" data-lasso-id=\"803\">narcissistic behavior<\/a> and may aim to seek dominance over others. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Things rarely seem to go right for the energy vampire, and they'll be repetitively vocal in sharing their woes because they thrive off of the positive energy that you give to them. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Because of this, an energy vampire may be called a &lsquo;party pooper', &lsquo;Debbie downer', or &lsquo;Negative Nancy'. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">In recent years the term &lsquo;toxic' has also been used to describe energy vampires.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_Have_a_Happy_Marriage_with_an_Energy_Vampire\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><strong>Can you Have a Happy Marriage with an Energy Vampire?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">We all know that couple that makes no sense, but for some reason just work. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They may visually look like two opposites, may have completely different interests or often row but then seem closer than ever. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">While not always the case, this can be typical of energy vampire relationships.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">An energy vampire is like a leech, over time they'll suck out more and more of you until suddenly there's nothing left, and you're exhausted, physically, emotionally, and mentally spent, and have crippled self-esteem. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Many relationships will break down before this point, however in marriages, where there is much more of a commitment and separation is much more difficult, this eventuality can be more more likely, and recovery can take years.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Of course, this all depends upon the type of energy vampire you're married to. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Sometimes your spouse is exhibiting energy vampire traits without realizing it, and through discussion and maybe even some marriage counseling, can overcome their negative traits. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Pay mind to the adage &lsquo;there's no use flogging a dead horse' though, as some energy vampires are not willing to change. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They may also temporarily change their behaviors as a way to keep you around. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">When this happens it's important to call it quits as long term exposure to an energy vampire can severely impact upon your health.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Being_Married_to_an_Energy_Vampire_can_Make_you_Ill\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><strong>How Being Married to an Energy Vampire can Make you Ill.<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The biggest impact of being around an energy vampire is the massive and constant demand upon your emotional reserves. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">However, being married to an energy vampire can also take a toll upon your physical health. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">It has been discovered that 75% of women exposed to this kind of relationship can develop autoimmune disorders.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Other physical conditions that those exposed to energy vampires include IBS, adrenal fatigue, Lyme disease, weightless trouble, diabetes, thyroid problems, and un-diagnosable disorders known as mystery illnesses.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">To surmise it has been proposed that long-term energy vampire exposure may:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Cause inflammation on a cellular level<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Dis-regulates your immune system<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Promotes poor habits such as dietary choice<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Changes your brain in a way similar to PTSD sufferers<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Causes neuroendocrine hormone cascade (caused by stress hormones and can lead to Lupus)<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_you_Tell_if_Your_Spouse_is_an_Energy_Vampire\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">How Can you Tell if Your Spouse is an Energy Vampire?<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_.jpg\" alt=\"married to an energy vampire\" class=\"wp-image-2798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_.jpg 840w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_-595xh.jpg 595w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20840%20472'%3E%3Crect%20width='840'%20height='472'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"married to an energy vampire\" class=\"wp-image-2798 eager-load\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_.jpg.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_-595xh.jpg.webp 595w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Your-Spouse-is-an-Energy-Vampire_-585x329.jpg.webp 585w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">If your spouse possesses any of the traits on this list you may wish to take steps to protect yourself. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">While we can all possess these traits now and then (nobodies perfect), what makes an energy vampire different is that a trait or traits will be repeated throughout your marriage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trait_1_They_Have_Little_Interest_in_the_Things_you_Love\"><\/span><strong>Trait #1: They Have Little Interest in the Things you Love<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">An energy vampire will tend to show little interest in the things that matter to you because that would require giving energy when all they want to do is take. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Energy vampires may pretend to be interested in your passions at the start of your relationship, but as time progresses will show marked disinterest and may even tease you or undermine you for your interests.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trait_2_Ceases_Communicating\"><\/span><strong>Trait #2: Ceases Communicating<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Energy vampires won't be consistent in their interactions with you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Sometimes they'll shower you with love and attention and make you feel like a million bucks, but other times they'll shun and neglect you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This can make it hard to know where you stand with them, or worry that you've upset them without realizing &ndash; which is exactly what the energy vampire wants.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trait_3_Theyll_Give_you_Ultimatums\"><\/span><strong>Trait #3: They'll Give you Ultimatums<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Ultimatums should only ever be used at highly niche and specific times. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">An energy vampire will give ultimatums out like candy on Halloween. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They will often use these ultimatums to hold you back when you're doing well or succeeding in life because energy vampires are only happy when they're better than you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Sometimes the energy vampire will give ultimatums in which they threaten to leave you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trait_4_Youre_Always_the_One_to_Blame\"><\/span><strong>Trait #4: You're Always the One to Blame<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Energy vampires love to play the blame game, and they're never the ones to blame. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They often won't talk to you about their problems and will instead skip straight to blaming you even if you have nothing to do with the problem. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Sometimes they will continue to berate you or ignore you until you apologize.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trait_5_Sex_is_a_Weapon\"><\/span><strong>Trait #5: Sex is a Weapon<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Some <\/span><a class=\"\" data-lasso-id=\"804\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/empaths-and-energy-vampires\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">energy vampires<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"> use sex as a weapon. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They may demand sex or want sex only on their terms. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">At the same time, if they're annoyed at you they'll likely withhold affection or sex.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trait_6_Loves_to_%E2%80%98Keep_Score\"><\/span><strong>Trait #6: Loves to &lsquo;Keep Score'<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Energy vampires will remember your faults or arguments from months ago and will bring them up whenever they want. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They also love to keep score of the good deeds they've done for you, and will expect repayment for them.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trait_7_Put_you_Down\"><\/span><strong>Trait #7: Put you Down<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">One of the ways how energy vampires make themselves feel better is by putting you down. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They may insult you, berate you, withhold affection, ignore you, embarrass you around friends or family, or in public.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Different_Types_of_Energy_Vampires\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">Different Types of Energy Vampires<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2799\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires.jpg 840w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires-595xh.jpg 595w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2799 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires-595xh.jpg.webp 595w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires-585x329.jpg.webp 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Types-of-Energy-Vampires.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Not all energy vampires are the same, which is why they often go unnoticed for so long. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">In fact, there are five different types of energy vampires, and each of these categories could be broken down into sub-categories too. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Let's take a look at the overarching categories and some general rules of thumb that you can use to defend yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Nagger\"><\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>The Nagger<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The Nagger is basically the broken record of energy vampires and won't stop pestering you until you've done what they want. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Not only will their incessant request annoy you, but they may divert to tactics such as nitpicking or teasing to get you to bend to their will.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">To defeat the nagger in your life, be assertive. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Clearly tell your spouse that you understand their request, but that they're being overbearing. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This type of energy vampire is usually unintentional and is willing to change. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This can take time, however, as they'll need to format the way that they think, so be patient and supportive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Victim\"><\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>The Victim<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The Victim will have an eternal &lsquo;woe-is-me' attitude. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They seem to have the worst luck in the world, so much so that you could say the entire world is their enemy. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The Victim is only happy when they're unhappy, as they thrive on the attention given to them by their support system. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">When you try to offer solutions to their problems, The Victim will likely come up with a variety of contradictions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">To protect yourself from getting sucked into The Victims' woes you can still listen and offer sympathy and advice, however, you need to know when to draw a line in the sand. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Don't be afraid to step away when they're in their negativity cycle, as that's exactly what it is, a never-ending circle of &lsquo;why me'.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Critic\"><\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>The Critic<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Some people are naturally more picky than others. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">While this can be either a negative or positive trait, an energy vampire will use their critique to make you feel lesser or guilty for the smallest of things. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They may end up making you feel defeated and as though you can do nothing right.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">To defend yourself against your spouses' criticisms, try highlighting when they critique you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Inform them that you appreciate their input, but that their words are hurtful and not helpful. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">By doing this you put an end to their current bout of critique and draw attention to their habit, which gives your partner a chance to make changes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Narcissist\"><\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>The Narcissist<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The Narcissist is quite self-explanatory. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Everything has to be about your spouse, they need to be the center of attention and their needs must always be met. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The Narcissist will likely show little regard to your own wants or feelings as this would require them to give positive energy instead of taking it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Of course, we all go through bouts of being selfish; we're not saints after all, but it cannot constantly be this way. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">To stop this behavior you can try talking to them about how it makes you feel, as many are unaware of their own self-obsession. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">To help prevent them from slipping back into their habits, try to avoid over-praising or over-celebrating their achievements. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Of course, celebrate with them and tell them you're proud of them, but don't continue to praise them for a long period.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Natural_Sponge\"><\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>The Natural Sponge<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Sometimes people can be naturally more draining or needier than others. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This doesn't mean they don't deserve to be loved or don't deserve your love but it does mean that over time you can start to become overwhelmed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Protecting yourself from your loveable Natural Sponge is easy, take little breaks from them to recharge. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Weekend getaways with your mates, or staying overnight with family can be just what you need to recharge.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Navigating_a_Marriage_with_an_Energy_Vampire\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><strong>Navigating a Marriage with an Energy Vampire<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires.jpg 840w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires-595xh.jpg 595w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2800 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires-595xh.jpg.webp 595w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires-585x329.jpg.webp 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how-to-deal-with-energy-vampires.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Of course, just because someone has a few of the traits of an energy vampire doesn't mean you stop loving them or no longer want to share your life with them. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Instead, you need to come up with workable solutions and strategies to help navigate the ups and downs of marriage. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Here are some ways to do this which you might find helpful.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Look_Within\"><\/span><strong>1. Look Within<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Sometimes we can focus so much on the actions of others that we forget to scrutinize our own behaviors. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Believing you are worthless or lesser than your partner will only cause their actions to impact on you further. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Instead, remind yourself that you deserve happiness, and you are worth it just as much as your partner. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Having this strengthened mindset will help you to tackle your spouses' traits, and work towards a positive solution.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Righteous_Anger_Matters\"><\/span><strong>2. Righteous Anger Matters<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">No one is every constantly laid back and zen and even if you actively avoid conflict, there are times when it's okay to be angry. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Repressing your anger can have negative impacts on your health, so let it out! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Just make sure you do so in a constructive way, and try not to fly off the handle at every opportunity. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">As with many things, it's all about balance. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Releasing your anger will allow you to view things pragmatically.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Be_Selfish\"><\/span><strong>3. Be Selfish!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Sometimes you just have to fight fire with fire. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">If your spouse is determined to be selfish then put your own emotional needs first. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Practice self-care, and make sure that tasks benefit you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Not only will this raise your self-esteem, but will also put your energy vampire spouse on the back foot, and they may start to re-evaluate their behavior.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Know_your_Love_isnt_Unlimited\"><\/span><strong>4. Know your Love isn't Unlimited<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Many energy vampires act like a bottomless pit. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They will take and take and take your love until you're burnt out. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">True energy vampires rarely give their own love back. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Know that it is simply unhealthy to keep giving your love this way, and do what you need to come to a better solution.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Set_Some_Time_Limits\"><\/span><strong>5. Set Some Time Limits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This isn't a long-term solution but can be useful while your spouse works through some of the underlying issues which are causing their actions. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Limit your daily one-on-one activities to around half an hour each day, maybe watch TV together or eat your dinner together. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This gives you time to spend together as a couple but protects you from becoming drained.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_No_Compromising\"><\/span><strong>6. No Compromising!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">While the energy vampire in your life will hate this, it is important not to compromise on set boundaries. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Change is hard, and your spouse may struggle on their journey, but by cutting them slack you're only re-opening the door that leads to them returning to old behaviors.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Remove_the_Focus_from_Your_Marriage\"><\/span><strong>7. Remove the Focus from Your Marriage<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Sometimes we can focus so intensely on something that everything else falls to one side. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Taking the pressure off and instead move your focus to other positive activities can allow you and your spouse to cool off and can be used to strengthen your relationship. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Try focussing on group activities or a shared hobby which can allow you to get back to spending time together without the pressure of marital struggles.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Acceptance\"><\/span><strong>8. Acceptance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">In the case of minor energy vampires, such as those who can become an energy drain when stressed, or nag due to an anxious disposition, the best option can be to simply accept them the way they are. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">After all, you're not perfect either!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Its_Now_Time_To_Embrace_Freedom\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><strong>It's Now Time To Embrace Freedom<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">If no change happens, despite you giving your spouse ample opportunity, or things seem to only get worse, then it may be time to go your separate ways. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">You cannot be expected to spend your life being drained of your energy, and choosing to separate isn't admitting defeat, instead, it's making a healthy decision for both of your futures. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">You'll likely notice a weight lifted from your shoulders and can look forward to a bright and happy future.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#10084;&#65039; Related Posts: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/empaths-and-energy-vampires\/\" data-lasso-id=\"7190\">The Empaths Survival Guide To Energy Vampires<\/a><\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/\" data-lasso-id=\"7191\">Narcissistic Energy Vampires &ndash; How To Protect Yourself Against Them<\/a><\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/mom-is-an-energy-vampire\/\" data-lasso-id=\"7192\">So your Mom Is An Energy Vampire &ndash; Here&rsquo;s What To Do<\/a><\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Now, I want to give this article a disclaimer. 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