Energy Vampires

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Some people in life can leave us feeling drained, emotionally exhausted and this can influence our general wellbeing. I call these toxic people “Energy Vampires”.

They come in all forms, your friends, family, neighbours, partners, colleagues etc.

So, what is an Energy Vampire?

Energy Vampires are the type of people that take, and never give. They play the victim, never take responsibility for their own actions, think the world revolves around them, like to use guilt trips, will take shots at your self-esteem, are incapable of seeing anyone else’s view other than their own and are hard work!

This is where it gets hard, you probably know people like this, you probably care about people like this. It certainly makes it hard then to get away from these relationships sometimes. Some of us try to be the bigger person or just try to get along with everyone… but it’s not easy.

Relationships are hard work. They require give and take, and they are essentially an exchange of energy. We want positive relationships, ones that are going to lift us up and not bring us down. There is value in surrounding yourself with positive people!

So how do we protect ourselves from Energy Vampires?

Limit the time you spend with that particular person and keep conversations short.

Cut that cord! Imagine while they are standing in front of you there is a cord connecting you both, cut it!

Respect yourself! You control your own space and who comes into it, learn to say “no”.

“Black Tourmaline”, is a fantastic crystal. Its like a general all-round crystal for protection. It can transform dense energy into a lighter vibration, while repelling negative energy. You can wear it around your neck or keep it in your pocket.

Remembering however an Energy Vampire can only take from you if you let them!