Are You an Empath? Here Are 11 Ways to Protect Yourself from Narcissists


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Number 5. Water.

Water purifies and cleanses. Washing your hands provides confirmation that you are cleansing yourself and letting go of things that could be harmful to you. Taking a shower is even better. It is an effective way to wash away negative energy or anything that might be holding you back.

 It is refreshing and rejuvenating, especially if you visualize that which is unwanted, flowing away, and down the drain. You could also visualize standing under a waterfall that removes anything that isn’t good and pure. Taking a bath is not quite the same, because the water is not moving.

Number 4. Meditation.

Quieting your mind is one of the best gifts you can give yourself: make sure you meditate daily. This provides continuous protection. It lets you get in touch with who you are, helps you to get rid of anxiety, and provides clarity. Two ongoing challenges for empaths are getting overwhelmed emotionally and having their energy drained. Meditation can help prevent both of these. Being free from external influences, just having some uninterrupted quiet time will do wonders for you.

If it’s hard for you to quiet your mind, try to find something to listen to, that you can focus on. This can be the sound of an air conditioner, whether in real life or on an app. Or the sound of rain or a water stream or the humming inside an airplane. Sometimes, you might want to listen to a guided meditation or relaxing music. Do whatever works for you, as long as you give your mind a rest.

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