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Energy Protection Techniques for Empaths and Highly Sensitive People

Being an empath or highly sensitive person (HSP) can feel like both a gift and a challenge. While you may experience deep connections with others and your environment, you might also find yourself absorbing external energies that leave you feeling drained, anxious, or emotionally overwhelmed. The good news is that there are effective energy protection techniques that can help you maintain healthy boundaries without disconnecting from your innate sensitivity.

Understanding Energetic Vulnerability

Empaths and HSPs often have what energy practitioners describe as "porous" energetic boundaries. This permeability allows you to sense others' emotional states and energies with remarkable accuracy, but it can also leave you vulnerable to energetic overload in crowded places, during intense interactions, or even through media consumption.

Essential Protection Techniques

Visualization Shields

One of the simplest yet most effective techniques is creating a protective visualization. Begin by taking several deep breaths and centering yourself. Then imagine a protective bubble or shield of light surrounding your entire body. You can visualize this shield in whatever color resonates with you—many find that white, gold, or purple light works well. Set the intention that this shield allows positive energy to flow in while blocking any unwanted or negative energies.

Grounding Practices

Grounding connects your energy with the stabilizing forces of the earth, helping you release absorbed energies and restore balance. Try this simple exercise: Stand barefoot on natural ground, breathe deeply, and visualize roots extending from your feet deep into the earth. Feel excess or negative energy draining away as you draw up the earth's stable, nurturing energy.

Salt Cleansing

Salt has been used for centuries to purify energy. After being in draining situations, take a bath with Epsom or sea salt (about 1-2 cups in warm water). Soak for 20 minutes while visualizing any absorbed energies dissolving into the water. Afterward, drain the water, imagining the unwanted energies leaving your energy field.

Setting Clear Intentions

Before entering potentially overwhelming environments, set a clear intention for your energetic boundaries. Silently state: "I am open to connection while maintaining my energetic sovereignty. I observe others' emotions without absorbing them." This conscious boundary-setting can significantly reduce unconscious energy absorption.

Daily Maintenance Practices

Energy protection isn't just for challenging situations—it's most effective when practiced daily:

• Begin your day with a brief meditation focused on establishing your energetic boundaries

• Carry protective stones like black tourmaline, hematite, or clear quartz

• Take "energy breaks" throughout the day—brief moments to check in with yourself and reset any compromised boundaries

• Practice regular energy clearing through movement, sound (like singing bowls or chanting), or smudging with herbs like sage

Finding the Balance

The goal of energy protection isn't to shut down your sensitivity but to manage it wisely. With practice, these techniques can help you maintain your natural empathic gifts while preventing the energetic depletion that often accompanies them. By honoring both your sensitivity and your need for boundaries, you can navigate the world with greater ease and resilience.

Remember that developing strong energetic boundaries is a skill that improves with consistent practice. Be patient with yourself as you explore which techniques work best for your unique sensitivities.

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TODAY'S POSITIVE NEWS

Countries struck a deal to tackle shipping emissions

It’s taken a decade to achieve, and many nations are underwhelmed with the result, but this week countries struck a historic deal to reduce the shipping sector’s emissions.

The agreement puts a price on maritime emissions and means that from 2028, the owners of vessels will have to use cleaner fuels or face a penalty of up to $380 (£287) per tonne of carbon dioxide they emit.

The shipping sector accounts for around 3% of global emissions, with many commercial vessels burning a particularly dirty fuel – heavy fuel oil – when out at sea.

The agreement passed at a meeting of the UN’s International Maritime Organisation (IMO). While it marks a first for the shipping industry, some nations were left disappointed after petrostates scuppered proposals for higher levies on emissions and more stringent fuel standards.

“The IMO has made an historic decision, yet ultimately one that fails climate-vulnerable countries and falls short of the ambition the climate crisis demands,” said Emma Fenton, senior director of climate diplomacy at Opportunity Green, an NGO.

ZEN STORY
The Move

Two men visit a Zen master.

The first man says: “I’m thinking of moving to this town. What’s it like?”

The Zen master asks: “What was your old town like?”

The first man responds: “It was dreadful. Everyone was hateful. I hated it.”

The Zen master says: “This town is very much the same. I don’t think you should move here.”

The first man leaves and the second man comes in.

The second man says: “I’m thinking of moving to this town. What’s it like?”

The Zen master asks: “What was your old town like?”

The second man responds: “It was wonderful. Everyone was friendly and I was happy. Just interested in a change now.”

The Zen master says: “This town is very much the same. I think you will like it here.”

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YOGAPEDIA
Downward-Facing Pigeon Pose (Adho mukha kapotasana)

What is Downward-Facing Pigeon Pose?

Downward-facing pigeon pose, or adho mukha kapotasana in Sanskrit, is a restful version of the upright pigeon pose. The torso folds over the front leg with the arms stretched forward in this deep hip opener.

Instructions

• Begin in pigeon pose with the right leg extended back.

• Exhale and lower the torso down, walking the hands forward.

• Rest the forehead on the floor and press the palms together in prayer.

• Breathe while holding the pose. Inhale and release. Change sides.

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