Are You Absorbing Everyone Else’s Energy?
Are you absorbing everyone else’s energy? If you’re sensitive, intuitive or empathic, chances are the answer is yes. You might feel constantly tired, foggy, anxious, or emotionally overwhelmed—without knowing why. One minute you’re fine, the next you’re not. Sound familiar?
As an empath myself, I used to absorb other people’s energy all the time. I didn’t know that’s what I was doing, though! I just thought I was overly emotional, overly sensitive, or just not coping as well as others.
What exactly Is an empath?
An empath is someone who deeply feels the emotions and energy of others. We don’t just sense how someone else is feeling—we often feel it as if it’s our own. This sensitivity is a beautiful gift – empaths have a deep intuitive sense, we are highly spiritually connected, and we can connect on a deeper level with friends and people around us. But it definitely comes with its challenges too. Absorbing other people’s energy can be exhausting, needing more time to regulate our nervous system, and discerning between what is ours and what is someone else’s energy can be confusing.
However, as an empath myself, I wouldn’t change it for the world. Being an empath can be super powerful, but only when we learn how to work with our energy, rather than constantly battling it.
My story as a sensitive empath
In school, I’d get so overwhelmed in big crowds between classes. The noise, the people, the energy…it was a lot. I much preferred small groups of friends where I could relax and just be myself.
I even used to wag certain classes (mainly history—sorry Mum!) and escape to the wetlands behind the school. I’d sit amongst the trees and watch the birds in the water. It grounded me, and calmed my mind. It reset my energy. I had no idea I was doing energy work back then, I just knew it felt good! (Definitely not because it was “cool”!)
Them, or me?
Looking back, I realise I was absorbing energy from the people and environment around me. Certain friends would leave me feeling anxious, sad, angry or drained. I didn’t really understand what was happening. I just thought that’s how I was, that it was all me.
Now, as a Reiki Master, I understand just how important energy hygiene is – especially for empaths and highly sensitive souls. If you are absorbing everyone else’s energy, learning to clear and protect your energy can change everything.
What exactly is energy hygiene?
Think of energy hygiene like brushing your teeth or taking a shower—but for your aura. It’s the simple practice of tending to your energy field so you can feel clear, calm, and more like yourself. Just like you wouldn’t go weeks without washing your hair, your energy also needs regular cleansing and care.
The best part is that it really doesn’t have to take very long. Even five minutes a day can make a massive difference.
Energy hygiene is empowering
For me, one thing I always do after seeing a full day of Reiki clients, is I always take a shower. But I don’t just rinse off the physical day—I set an intention for the water to wash away any energy that doesn’t belong to me. I might say a quick prayer or affirmation. It’s fast, it’s simple, and it works.
Energy hygiene is honestly empowering, not exhausting. Rather than “just one more thing you have to do”, it’s something that makes your life so much lighter and easier! Once your energy field is clear, you can more easily access your intuition, and life feels more in flow again. The more you practice, the more natural it becomes.
You don’t have to absorb everything
As a sensitive person, I know that it can sometimes feel like life is happening to us. Like we have no control—only the constant job of managing the overwhelm. But the truth is, you are not at the mercy of other people’s energy. You are not too sensitive, or weak. You’re just energetically aware—and when you learn to work with that awareness, everything changes.
Taking care of your energy is one of the most empowering things you can do. You don’t have to shrink yourself or hide away to feel safe. You don’t have to “push through” life while suffering silently. Once you learn how to clear, protect, and raise your energy, life becomes lighter and so much more expansive.
Need help clearing your energy?
If this resonates, I invite you to book in for a Reiki Healing or a Reiki + Coaching session here. It’s a beautiful way to be held, have support in clearing your energy, and reset your nervous system. In addition, my Reiki healing sessions go deep. We not only clear your energy, but also strengthen your energy field, patch holes in your aura, cut cords, and much more.
Dive deeper and learn Reiki!
If you want to learn more about energy hygiene and how to protect your energy, check out my next Reiki Level 1 course, happening on 4th and 5th October! You’ll learn how to work with energy in a safe empowering way, and begin your own Reiki journey. Got questions or reflections? I’d love to hear from you – contact me here!
