{"id":4347,"date":"2020-08-31T20:32:06","date_gmt":"2020-08-31T20:32:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gator4138.temp.domains\/~seocloud\/website_bd55b9c6\/?p=4347"},"modified":"2023-05-18T14:55:07","modified_gmt":"2023-05-18T14:55:07","slug":"empath-feeling-drained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/empath-feeling-drained\/","title":{"rendered":"Empath Fatigue &#8211; 7 Secrets To Stop Feeling Drained"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:56.25%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:56.25%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:56.25%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:56.25%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:56.25%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Only around 2% of the population are true empaths though many of us can attest to having empathic traits. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">While some of these traits, such as keen intuition, creativity, and problem-solving are great to have, being an empath is definitely a double-edged sword. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">One of the biggest problems that empaths face is <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">empath fatigue<\/span>.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Empath fatigue or burnout can be due to a short-term stressful situation,<\/span> but most often,<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"> it happens over time as a steady drain of your energy reserves. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Empath fatigue can have huge ramifications on your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing and is something that all empathic individuals need to learn to spot and prevent.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">An Empaths True Experience&hellip;<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This article was inspired by an email I received recently from a fellow empath. (It&rsquo;s ironic that despite an <\/span><a data-lasso-id=\"1097\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/empath-abilities\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">empaths uncanny ability<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"> to &lsquo;get&rsquo; others, few people outside of other empaths actually understand us!) <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Said empath was experiencing empath fatigue and feeling drained due to circumstances placing them in a caring role; something which we previously explored when looking at&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" data-lasso-id=\"1098\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/best-careers-empaths\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">the best careers for each type of empath<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" data-lasso-id=\"2902\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/best-careers-empaths\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It&rsquo;s a common misconception that care roles are best suited to empaths due to our loving and caring nature, but in reality, empaths can become completely burnt out due to caring &lsquo;too much&rsquo; and never having a chance to &lsquo;turn off&rsquo; their abilities.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This got me thinking about why empath fatigue happens and what can be done to prevent it or recover from it.&nbsp;<\/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\/empath-feeling-drained\/#Why_Do_Empaths_Experience_Fatigue_and_Burnout\" title=\"Why Do Empaths Experience Fatigue and Burnout?\">Why Do Empaths Experience Fatigue and Burnout?<\/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\/empath-feeling-drained\/#How_to_Tell_if_Youre_Suffering_from_Empath_Fatigue_or_Burnout\" title=\"How to Tell if You&rsquo;re Suffering from Empath Fatigue or Burnout\">How to Tell if You&rsquo;re Suffering from Empath Fatigue or Burnout<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/empath-feeling-drained\/#A_Note_on_Adrenal_Fatigue\" title=\"A Note on Adrenal Fatigue\">A Note on Adrenal Fatigue<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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\/empath-feeling-drained\/#7_Secrets_to_Fight_Empath_Fatigue_and_Stop_Feeling_Drained\" title=\"7 Secrets to Fight Empath Fatigue and Stop Feeling Drained\">7 Secrets to Fight Empath Fatigue and Stop Feeling Drained<\/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\/empath-feeling-drained\/#1_Know_Yourself\" title=\"1. Know Yourself!\">1. Know Yourself!<\/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\/empath-feeling-drained\/#2_Be_Aware_and_Acknowledge\" title=\"2. Be Aware and Acknowledge\">2. Be Aware and Acknowledge<\/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\/empath-feeling-drained\/#3_Self-Care\" title=\"3. Self-Care\">3. Self-Care<\/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\/empath-feeling-drained\/#4_Good_Things_in_Good_Things_Out\" title=\"4. Good Things in, Good Things Out\">4. Good Things in, Good Things Out<\/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\/empath-feeling-drained\/#5_Find_Water\" title=\"5. Find Water\">5. Find Water<\/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\/empath-feeling-drained\/#6_Create_Boundaries_and_End_Toxic_Relationships\" title=\"6. Create Boundaries and End Toxic Relationships\">6. Create Boundaries and End Toxic Relationships<\/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\/empath-feeling-drained\/#7_Figure_Out_Your_Triggers\" title=\"7. Figure Out Your Triggers\">7. Figure Out Your Triggers<\/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\/empath-feeling-drained\/#Empath_Burnout_Isnt_Inevitable\" title=\"Empath Burnout Isn&rsquo;t Inevitable\">Empath Burnout Isn&rsquo;t Inevitable<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_Empaths_Experience_Fatigue_and_Burnout\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Why Do Empaths Experience Fatigue and Burnout?<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image eplus-wrapper\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-3.jpg\" alt=\"empath feeling drained\" class=\"wp-image-4352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-3.jpg 560w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-3-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20560%20315'%3E%3Crect%20width='560'%20height='315'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"empath feeling drained\" class=\"wp-image-4352 eager-load\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-3.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-3.jpg.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-3.jpg.webp 560w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-3-300x169.jpg.webp 300w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We&rsquo;ve already touched on one of the most common reasons for empath fatigue; finding yourself in the wrong societal role and acting as the emotional\/mental\/physical caregiver. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">While at times when<\/span> family or friends are concerned,<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"> this largely can&rsquo;t be avoided, if you&rsquo;re the type of empath that finds themselves caring &lsquo;too much&rsquo; or not being able to get someone else&rsquo;s struggles out of your head; then avoiding careers and volunteering involving long-term care is wise.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Empaths are also inherently laid back or passive people; we like to watch and understand as opposed to inserting our opinions. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We also like to put the emotional needs of the room above our own. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This can mean that an empath that is struggling finds it a challenge to get their voice heard and their needs met, meaning that many empaths suffer from fatigue and burnout in silence.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Empaths also often fall prey to the expectations or assumptions of others which can drastically drain them. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Empaths are valuable to friends and family groups and are usually the ones people turn to for support and the glue that sticks a group together. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">However, this can often cause others to unintentionally take the gifts of the empath for granted and neglect to reciprocate emotional care leaving the empath feeling drained.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Few people outside of fellow empaths realize that natural empathic abilities cannot be turned on and off. Instead, full-blown empaths are &lsquo;tuned-in&rsquo; to the emotional needs of others 24\/7. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Like a machine working day in and day out, without the correct care,<\/span> cracks are going to show,<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"> and parts will break down. This is why it&rsquo;s so important for empaths to manage their energy levels carefully.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Tell_if_Youre_Suffering_from_Empath_Fatigue_or_Burnout\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to Tell if You&rsquo;re Suffering from Empath Fatigue or Burnout<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image eplus-wrapper\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/1-5.jpg\" alt=\"Empath man feeling fatigue and burnour\" class=\"wp-image-4351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/1-5.jpg 560w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/1-5-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/1-5.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Empath man feeling fatigue and burnour\" class=\"wp-image-4351 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/1-5.jpg.webp 560w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/1-5-300x169.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/1-5.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The following list is all things that you may experience as an empath suffering from empath fatigue or emotional burnout:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-list eplus-styles-uid-61a950\">\n<li class=\"eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Instead of empathy and compassion, you experience irritability or numbness<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You feel emotionally or mentally exhausted<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You struggle to fall asleep and don&rsquo;t feel rested when you wake<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You experience hypersensitivity towards emotional scenes in movies, TV, and books<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You struggle to show intimacy with your partner<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You&rsquo;ve become more withdrawn or keep seeking to isolate yourself<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You&rsquo;re experiencing intrusive thoughts or brain fog<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You dread your place of work or hanging out with your friend group<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You&rsquo;re using unhealthy coping mechanisms i.e. over\/under eating, smoking, drinking<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Your skin is in poor condition, you may break out or notice a change in skin texture or complexion<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Answering yes to multiple points on this list likely indicates that you&rsquo;re struggling with some degree of empath fatigue.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Note_on_Adrenal_Fatigue\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>A Note on Adrenal Fatigue<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">When burnout becomes severe,<\/span> empaths can experience a condition known as &lsquo;adrenal fatigue'<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Symptoms of this include exhaustion, aches and pains, anxiety, brain fog, and insomnia. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This happens when the adrenal glands cannot keep up with external stresses leaving your body depleted of hormones like cortisol which makes us feel energized. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">If you&rsquo;re feeling this way or are concerned about your energy levels, then it&rsquo;s definitely worth speaking to your doctor or holistic specialist.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Secrets_to_Fight_Empath_Fatigue_and_Stop_Feeling_Drained\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><strong>7 Secrets to Fight Empath Fatigue and Stop Feeling Drained<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image eplus-wrapper\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-5.jpg\" alt=\"Empath lying down feeling drained\" class=\"wp-image-4353\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-5.jpg 560w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-5-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-5.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Empath lying down feeling drained\" class=\"wp-image-4353 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-5.jpg.webp 560w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-5-300x169.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-5.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">While all empaths will probably experience some level of empath fatigue in their lives, there are ways to mitigate the effects of fatigue and sometimes even prevent these feelings from building up in the first place. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here&rsquo;s a list of techniques to try which may help you restore your energy levels and stop feeling drained.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Know_Yourself\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #e5be5b;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Know Yourself!<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This may seem like an obvious or counter-intuitive point, but a lot of failed attempts or frustration can be prevented simply by understanding who we are. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">For example, the majority of <\/span><a data-lasso-id=\"13505\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/introvert-empath\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"25793\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">empaths are introverts<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">, but this is not always the case. So, if you&rsquo;re an extroverted empath, you may read advice to have some &lsquo;alone time,&rsquo; which is a perfect remedy for many introverts. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Extroverts, however, expend energy when alone and gain energy when around others, so if you&rsquo;re an extroverted empath, you&rsquo;ll find heeding this advice leaves you feeling worse!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Put simply, use some of your empath intuition when responding to advice on fatigue-prevention. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">While some advice does require an open mind or a leap of faith, if, for example, you&rsquo;ve tried meditation in the past and found it actually stressed you out or left you restless, then there&rsquo;s no point continually trying in the hopes it will magically work for you one day. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">It&rsquo;s all about the balance between trying something new and understanding your unique quirks!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Be_Aware_and_Acknowledge\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; color: #e5be5b;\"><strong>2. Be Aware and Acknowledge<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Another point that may be moot for some, being aware and recognizing the signs of empath fatigue within yourself is actually vital for nipping the fatigue in the bud and preventing full-blown burnout.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">When we&rsquo;re not feeling great or are faced with a stressor, we can often bury our heads in the sand and carry on regardless or suppress our feelings of discomfort and exhaustion. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">While this might work to get you through the day, it&rsquo;s definitely not a long term solution. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In fact, acknowledging empath fatigue and taking a few minutes or hours to balance yourself is actually far less time consuming and intensive than waiting for a total meltdown to occur and having to build yourself back up over several days, weeks, or even months!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">When you start to feel your emotional reserves dwindling, acknowledge it and take action. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Try some of the other suggestions on this list and get yourself back on even footing before continuing down your potentially emotionally draining path!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Self-Care\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; color: #e5be5b;\"><strong>3. Self-Care<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image eplus-wrapper\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Energy-Restoration-.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Energy-Restoration-.jpg 560w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Energy-Restoration--300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Energy-Restoration-.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4361 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Energy-Restoration-.jpg.webp 560w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Energy-Restoration--300x169.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Energy-Restoration-.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">In this chaotic and draining modern world, self-care is more vital than ever. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">However, if you&rsquo;re an empath like me, you&rsquo;ll likely know that taking time for self-care can be a struggle. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Oftentimes we&rsquo;re so busy caring for others or putting others&rsquo; needs before our own that we forget to look after number one, and if we want to avoid empath fatigue,<\/span> this is something that<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"> must change.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">No one can pour from an empty cup. As empaths, we must recognize that our gifts are not limitless, and we need to take time to recharge them if we want to be truly helpful to those that we love and care for.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When it comes to what self-care is, you may find yourself picturing face masks and Lush bath bombs but this isn&rsquo;t always the case! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Self-care is whatever is indulgent to <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">YOU<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This could be taking the time to finish that book you&rsquo;ve been wanting to read, going for a walk in the countryside, watching trash TV, or the aforementioned bath bombs, or a combination of everything. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Whatever you choose, the most important thing about self-care is doing something for yourself and only for yourself.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Good_Things_in_Good_Things_Out\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; color: #e5be5b;\"><strong>4. Good Things in, Good Things Out<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Empaths are usually more sensitive to stimulants such as caffeine, alcohol, and sugar. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This is because empaths are already tightly-wound and highly-aware individuals, so stimulants like caffeine can tip this into uncomfortable overdrive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">As an exhausted empath,<\/span> it&rsquo;s natural to want to use coffee or sugary snacks to get through your day and while this might work in the very short term,<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"> say if a loved one has a stomach bug and needs some TLC, in the long term you&rsquo;re basically putting a plaster over a gaping wound. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This is because your source of tiredness isn&rsquo;t from a bad night&rsquo;s sleep or burning the candle at both ends, its from deep within your emotional reserves, and until this is addressed, nothing will change.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">While no one<\/span> expects<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"> you to be a saint and kick caffeine and sugar and survive on kale smoothies and cardio, making a few small changes may help you to remove your dietary crutches and start to address the problem. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">For example, many teas can provide a smaller amount of caffeine than coffee which might make a great switch if you&rsquo;re looking to reduce your intake.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-57ab72 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>RELATED: <a href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/empath-quotes\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"550716\" data-lasso-id=\"1032535\">65 Powerful Empath Quotes To Make You Feel Understood<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Find_Water\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; color: #e5be5b;\"><strong>5. Find Water<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Now, this is something I wasn&rsquo;t aware of until I started researching this article,<\/span> but I totally agree with it<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">; water is a strong source of peace, relaxation, and healing for empaths. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Whether soaking in the tub, swimming, or looking out a placid lake or crashing waves, water can act as a charger for fatigued empaths.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I myself am a total water baby and always have been. I live in sight of the sea, was a Sea Scout in my youth, and one summer spent so much time in our inflatable pool that my hair went green from the chlorine! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">I think my subconscious must have known the peace that water gives me and therefore, I became naturally drawn to the water.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Create_Boundaries_and_End_Toxic_Relationships\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #e5be5b; font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>6. Create Boundaries and End Toxic Relationships<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Remember I was saying that sometimes people can accidentally take our empathic gifts for granted? <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">You can put all the hard work into reinvigorating your energy levels only to be back to square one in a few short weeks if you don&rsquo;t set some boundaries with your nearest and dearest. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This can be as simple as saying no once in a while, or reminding them when they&rsquo;re asking too much of you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">As I said, many times, your loved ones don&rsquo;t realize what they are doing and will likely be apologetic and actively seek to change their ways.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">There are some, however, who act like wolves in sheep&rsquo;s clothing and have little care for giving back to you when you keep on giving to them. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">These individuals are known as&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" data-lasso-id=\"1099\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/empaths-and-energy-vampires\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">energy vampires<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">&nbsp;and are often drawn to empaths due to their loving and giving nature. Sadly, true energy vampires rarely change, and the best thing to do is to remove them from your life. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">You may need to do this gradually, and I&rsquo;ve written&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" data-lasso-id=\"1100\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/category\/energy-vampire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">multiple guides<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">&nbsp;that you can use to help navigate this process.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Figure_Out_Your_Triggers\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; color: #e5be5b;\"><strong>7. Figure Out Your Triggers<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">If there&rsquo;s one thing I stress, it&rsquo;s that everyone is different. While we might all fall under the umbrella of empaths there are actually many&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" data-lasso-id=\"1101\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/best-careers-empaths\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">different kinds of empath<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Physical empaths, for example, are heavily attuned to the physical needs of others. This means they can often feel invigorated helping others achieve goals at the gym but may become highly drained when exposed to physical pain and suffering.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">On the other hand, a plant empath feels deeply for nature and the natural world and will therefore gain energy from a walk in the woods or growing plants on their windowsill. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Long periods of time in built-up areas or cities, however, are likely to emotionally draining. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Sometimes identifying your triggers can be challenging. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Try turning your natural intuition inwards and start paying close attention to how you are feeling at different moments in the day. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Do you find in the morning you have more energy, only for it to be sapped throughout the day? <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Do you find your energy levels spike after an interaction with one friend, but dip when spending time with another?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Pay attention to, and keep a record of these experiences, and a pattern will likely emerge which signifies the triggers in your life.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Check out the article we did on <a href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/triggers-for-empaths\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"25336\" data-lasso-id=\"13400\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">triggers for empaths<\/span><\/a> if you want to know more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Empath_Burnout_Isnt_Inevitable\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><strong>Empath Burnout Isn&rsquo;t Inevitable<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image eplus-wrapper\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Fatigue-1.jpg\" alt=\"Woman free from Empath Burnout\" class=\"wp-image-4355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Fatigue-1.jpg 560w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Fatigue-1-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Fatigue-1.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Woman free from Empath Burnout\" class=\"wp-image-4355 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Fatigue-1.jpg.webp 560w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Fatigue-1-300x169.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Empath-Fatigue-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Before reading this article, you may have been like me, going through your life in cycles of empath fatigue, burnout, recharge, fatigue burnout, recharge. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You, like me, may have thought that this was just the natural process of being empathic. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Well, I say now is the time for change!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">While some degree of empathic fatigue is natural, particularly when going through periods of stress, repeated fatigue and cyclical burnout are not. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This should be a red flag that tells you that something is out of balance in your life that needs to be addressed.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As empaths, we have so much we can give to the world, but we sell ourselves short when we don&rsquo;t take the time to care for our own emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual needs. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Remember, you cannot pour from an empty cup, so try some of the tips on this list to recharge your energy well and continue to help those that you love and care about!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">&#10084;&#65039; Related Article:<a data-lasso-id=\"1102\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/heyoka-empath\/\"> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">11 Signs You Are A Powerful Heyoka Empath<\/span><\/a> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Only around 2% of the population are true empaths though many of us can attest to having empathic traits. 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