Shielding 101

Do other people drain you?
Does the world get to you?

You may be an empath, someone who feels the emotions of those around them. While this can make you a wonderful friend and counselor, it can also mean that you have difficulty blocking out the negativity of others.

Most empaths aren’t fully aware of how much they allow others to affect them. Some choose jobs where they are under constant demand and never have time for themselves. Others hide away, trying to pretend that they are immune to th...