Understand energy vampires and protect your well-being with Meri Sehat's insights. Learn to recognize, manage, and shield yourself from draining influences.

What Is An Energy Vampire And How To Protect Yourself

Meet the only kind of vampire that can drain you without even biting you.

Overview

Have you ever found yourself feeling drained after spending time with a particular person? Maybe you can&#39;t quite put your finger on it, but being around them leaves you feeling not just frustrated but depleted and exhausted. Ever wonder why this only happens with some people and not all the time? Turns out, you may have encountered an &lsquo;energy vampire&rsquo;. 
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Types of Energy Vampires

Yes, you read that right. An &lsquo;energy vampire&rsquo; is someone who feeds off of other people&#39;s energy, draining them of their vitality and leaving them feeling depleted. Now this is not always done intentionally and most of them aren&rsquo;t even aware of their impact and the extent of &ldquo;bad vibes&rdquo; they bring into your life. What&rsquo;s more is that these energy vampires can be found in all areas of life. You can find yourself stuck in this dynamic in both your personal and professional relationships and its often very hard to get out of. There are several types of energy vampires, each with their own tactics for sapping your energy.&nbsp;

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	<li>The first type is the victim. This person is constantly complaining and looking for sympathy but never seems to take any action to improve their situation. They will come and sit with you, tell you everything that&rsquo;s been going wrong with their life, you will invest your precious time and energy in listening and advising them for the next course of action and the very next day find yourself going through these same motions all over again. Because they aren&rsquo;t really looking to change or improve their circumstances, all they are looking for is sympathy and attention. One can easily imagine how draining this can get over time.&nbsp; 
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	<li>The second type of energy vampire is the drama queen. This person thrives on drama and chaos, and will do whatever it takes to create it. They may gossip, spread rumors or start arguments just for the thrill of it. Being around them can be exhausting as well because you never know what they will do next.&nbsp; 
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	<li>The third type of energy vampire is the narcissist. This person is obsessed with themselves and their own needs and will do whatever it takes to get what they want. They are extremely charming, charismatic and have a knack for making everyone like them. What most of us fail to realize is that all this is a means to an end and this is how they make sure they get everything they want. Being around this kind of energy vampire can be especially draining because they will demand not just your attention but are also constantly looking for high praise and admiration.&nbsp;</li>
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Protection from Energy Vampires

So how do we protect ourselves from energy vampires? The first step is to be able to acknowledge that you&rsquo;re in the presence of one. Next time you start to feel exhausted in the presence of a particular person, take a step back and evaluate the situation. Are you being asked to pour into an insatiable black hole? Have you been here before and nothing seems to have changed? Once you achieve this basic task, you can now move on to the next step.&nbsp;

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	<li>The only way to protect yourself from energy vampires is to establish clear boundaries. Let them know what you are and aren&rsquo;t willing to tolerate in your relationship and stick to those boundaries. When we think of boundaries we believe they start and end at the &ldquo;talk&rdquo; you&rsquo;re supposed to have. But the most crucial step is actually following through. It&rsquo;s also a promise your make to yourself to keep yourself safe. So if your boundary is that &lsquo;if x does y then I won&rsquo;t allow them to be a part of my life anymore or limit our interaction&rsquo; then make sure you&rsquo;re sticking by it.&nbsp; 
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	<li>Another way to protect yourself from energy vampires is to practice <a href="https://merisehat.pk/article/embracing-self-care-unveiling-the-importance-of-self-care-for-men">self-care</a>. This is especially for those who can&rsquo;t actually move away from the toxic person in their life for example if you&rsquo;re the child of such a parent or are married to one. You can take time to do things that bring you joy and replenish your energy, such as exercising, meditating or spending time in nature. When you prioritize your own well-being, you will be better equipped to deal with the hefty demands of this particular dynamic. 
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	<li>It is also important to surround yourself with positive, uplifting people. Seek out friends and family members who support you and encourage you to be your best self. When you are around people who lift you up, you will be less susceptible to the influence of energy vampires.</li>
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Conclusion

It is important to remember that you are not responsible for other people&#39;s energy. However, you are responsible for safeguarding yourself from negative energies. While it is important to be kind and compassionate, you cannot allow others to drain you.&nbsp;

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