hmm interesting thoughts
http://www.feelguide.com/2015/04/22/science-links-anxiety-to-high-iqs-sentinel-intelligence-social-anxiety-to-very-rare-psychic-gift/
Here are 22 empath traits that might suggest you are a highly sensitive person:
1. People point it out
Youve been told all your life you are too sensitive, overly emotional, or wear your heart on your sleeve. People tell you that you pick up on cues or feelings they dont even notice.
2. You feel others feelings
Youve noticed how sensitive you are to the emotions of others. Even before they tell you how they are feeling, you already know. You can enter a room and have a sense of the general mood of the environment.
3. Negativity overwhelms you
Where others can tolerate raised voices, conflict, or anger, it sends you over the edge. You almost feel physically sick or in pain as a result of the negative energy around you. You crave peace and calm.
4. Being in crowded places overwhelms you
You dont like being in malls, sporting events, airports or other public places with crowds of people. You feel suffocated and overly-excited. You cant wait to leave.
5. Strong intuition
You seem to know things without being told. You sense what needs to be done or whats about to happen. Your gut feelings nearly always prove to be correct.
6. Pain intolerance
More than others you know, you have a lower threshold for pain tolerance. You cant stand getting shots, feeling nauseated, or dealing with a minor injury. You may even have had a doctor tell you to stop complaining so much.
7. You must have alone time
You need time every day with no sensory input. You want to withdraw to your room or another quiet place to recharge.
8. You avoid negative media images
You find it extremely disturbing to watch or read about tragic news events or see unpleasant images. It bothers you so much, you avoid looking at these images at all costs.
9. You can easily tell when someone is lying
All you need to do is look at their faces or listen to their tone of voice, and you know instantly whether or not they are telling the truth.
10. You are more sensitive to stimulants/medications
Caffeine in particular makes you more anxious and agitated than the average person. You can never drink caffeine in the evening if you want to sleep. You often have reactions or side effects to medications.
11. You often show up with the symptoms of those around you
If someone close to you is sick or depressed, you will develop the same ailments.
12. You frequently have lower back and digestive problems
These are the result of dealing with negative and stressful situations and people. Your feelings show up as these physical symptoms.
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13. You are the dumping ground for the problems of others
People around you seem to gravitate toward you and unload all of their pain and problems on you. Because you are an empath, you feel compelled to help, even to your own detriment.
14. You often feel fatigued
Because others take so much from you, you often feel drained of energy and extremely tired. You might even have chronic fatigue syndrome.
15. You have a very vibrant inner life
You are highly creative, imaginative, and loving. You may be involved in the arts or other creative pursuits. You feel close to animals and especially enjoy your relationship with your pets.
16. You are sensitive to sounds and sensory feelings
Loud noises or sudden dramatic movements startle you. You also feel overwhelmed by bright lights, rough fabrics, and strong smells. You also notice very delicate smells, touch, and sounds.
17. You dont like too many things at once
When you have to multi-task or have too much coming at you at once, you feel rattled and overwhelmed.
18. You manage your environment
You create your living and working environment to accommodate your sensitivities. You arrange your schedule and commitments to avoid unpleasant, chaotic, or overly stimulating situations.
19. You dont like narcissists
You are particularly bothered by people who put themselves first all the time and arent sensitive to the feelings of others.
20. You can almost feel the days of the week
Each day of the week has a specific feel to it. You notice when a Wednesday feels like a Saturday. You feel particularly heavy at the start of the work week. Even months and seasons have a particular feel.
21. You are a great listener
People tell you this all the time. You listen consciouslyand know the right questions and comments to draw people out and make them feel heard.
22. Youget bored easily
As an empath, you need to focus on work and activities that stimulate your creativity and passion. If you get bored, you resort to daydreaming, doodling, etc. However, you are still very conscientious and try hard to avoid making mistakes.
If you are an empath, know that you have an ability to use your sensitivity for your own good and the good of others. To protect yourself, mindfully manage your environment and screen out people who drain you or take advantage of your sensitive nature. Acknowledge that you have the benefit of feeling positive experiences more profoundly, and accept that your reactions to pain, anger, stimulation are normal but not universally understood.
You are certainly not alone as an empath. A fifth of the population understands you completely and appreciates your special characteristics. Peoplewho arent highly sensitive can appreciate your unique qualitiesif you share this information with them. If you are reading this, and you arent an empath, perhaps you recognize these traits in someone you know and love. It is through understanding and awareness that empaths and non-empaths can live and work together in mutually supportive and thoughtful ways.
- See more at: http://liveboldandbloom.com/08/self-improvement/empath-traits-of-highly-sensitive-person#sthash.MMp4uRFB.dpuf
This is so me. I wonder what other people think of these descriptions? I am amazed that 1/5 of the population have these traits. They must be the ones who stay home LOL. I really dislike narcissists, they are like my arch-enemy. The only one I think does not fit is the tolerance to pain. I don't mind shots. I don't like seeing other people in pain. I carry a lot of pain between my shoulders. My son has a lot of these traits. He can tell what I am feeling within a second of seeing me. However sometimes he guesses what I'm thinking and he's wrong :) LOL
Here are 22 empath traits that might suggest you are a highly sensitive person:
1. People point it out
Youve been told all your life you are too sensitive, overly emotional, or wear your heart on your sleeve. People tell you that you pick up on cues or feelings they dont even notice.
2. You feel others feelings
Youve noticed how sensitive you are to the emotions of others. Even before they tell you how they are feeling, you already know. You can enter a room and have a sense of the general mood of the environment.
3. Negativity overwhelms you
Where others can tolerate raised voices, conflict, or anger, it sends you over the edge. You almost feel physically sick or in pain as a result of the negative energy around you. You crave peace and calm.
4. Being in crowded places overwhelms you
You dont like being in malls, sporting events, airports or other public places with crowds of people. You feel suffocated and overly-excited. You cant wait to leave.
5. Strong intuition
You seem to know things without being told. You sense what needs to be done or whats about to happen. Your gut feelings nearly always prove to be correct.
6. Pain intolerance
More than others you know, you have a lower threshold for pain tolerance. You cant stand getting shots, feeling nauseated, or dealing with a minor injury. You may even have had a doctor tell you to stop complaining so much.
7. You must have alone time
You need time every day with no sensory input. You want to withdraw to your room or another quiet place to recharge.
8. You avoid negative media images
You find it extremely disturbing to watch or read about tragic news events or see unpleasant images. It bothers you so much, you avoid looking at these images at all costs.
9. You can easily tell when someone is lying
All you need to do is look at their faces or listen to their tone of voice, and you know instantly whether or not they are telling the truth.
10. You are more sensitive to stimulants/medications
Caffeine in particular makes you more anxious and agitated than the average person. You can never drink caffeine in the evening if you want to sleep. You often have reactions or side effects to medications.
11. You often show up with the symptoms of those around you
If someone close to you is sick or depressed, you will develop the same ailments.
12. You frequently have lower back and digestive problems
These are the result of dealing with negative and stressful situations and people. Your feelings show up as these physical symptoms.
Free 3-Part Confidence Video Series [simpleselfconfidence.com]
13. You are the dumping ground for the problems of others
People around you seem to gravitate toward you and unload all of their pain and problems on you. Because you are an empath, you feel compelled to help, even to your own detriment.
14. You often feel fatigued
Because others take so much from you, you often feel drained of energy and extremely tired. You might even have chronic fatigue syndrome.
15. You have a very vibrant inner life
You are highly creative, imaginative, and loving. You may be involved in the arts or other creative pursuits. You feel close to animals and especially enjoy your relationship with your pets.
16. You are sensitive to sounds and sensory feelings
Loud noises or sudden dramatic movements startle you. You also feel overwhelmed by bright lights, rough fabrics, and strong smells. You also notice very delicate smells, touch, and sounds.
17. You dont like too many things at once
When you have to multi-task or have too much coming at you at once, you feel rattled and overwhelmed.
18. You manage your environment
You create your living and working environment to accommodate your sensitivities. You arrange your schedule and commitments to avoid unpleasant, chaotic, or overly stimulating situations.
19. You dont like narcissists
You are particularly bothered by people who put themselves first all the time and arent sensitive to the feelings of others.
20. You can almost feel the days of the week
Each day of the week has a specific feel to it. You notice when a Wednesday feels like a Saturday. You feel particularly heavy at the start of the work week. Even months and seasons have a particular feel.
21. You are a great listener
People tell you this all the time. You listen consciouslyand know the right questions and comments to draw people out and make them feel heard.
22. Youget bored easily
As an empath, you need to focus on work and activities that stimulate your creativity and passion. If you get bored, you resort to daydreaming, doodling, etc. However, you are still very conscientious and try hard to avoid making mistakes.
If you are an empath, know that you have an ability to use your sensitivity for your own good and the good of others. To protect yourself, mindfully manage your environment and screen out people who drain you or take advantage of your sensitive nature. Acknowledge that you have the benefit of feeling positive experiences more profoundly, and accept that your reactions to pain, anger, stimulation are normal but not universally understood.
You are certainly not alone as an empath. A fifth of the population understands you completely and appreciates your special characteristics. Peoplewho arent highly sensitive can appreciate your unique qualitiesif you share this information with them. If you are reading this, and you arent an empath, perhaps you recognize these traits in someone you know and love. It is through understanding and awareness that empaths and non-empaths can live and work together in mutually supportive and thoughtful ways.
- See more at: http://liveboldandbloom.com/08/self-improvement/empath-traits-of-highly-sensitive-person#sthash.MMp4uRFB.dpuf
This is so me. I wonder what other people think of these descriptions? I am amazed that 1/5 of the population have these traits. They must be the ones who stay home LOL. I really dislike narcissists, they are like my arch-enemy. The only one I think does not fit is the tolerance to pain. I don't mind shots. I don't like seeing other people in pain. I carry a lot of pain between my shoulders. My son has a lot of these traits. He can tell what I am feeling within a second of seeing me. However sometimes he guesses what I'm thinking and he's wrong :) LOL
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Hi Carolyn, wow! This is very interesting :) i have some of these traits :) Especially the one, where people can feel the days :) i have those feelings too, when it comes to certain days :) like our tuesday treats day, wednesday post office day, and baking friday, and even during autumn season, it feels like football sundays :)
Thank you so much, for sharing with us :) This is so fascinating, and interesting :)
it\'s so nice, learning, and having great information like this :)
all my best wishes :)
I do too, I \"feel\" the days!