As a psychiatrist and an empath, I often get asked, "What is the difference between empaths and highly sensitive people?" The following are the similarities and areas of overlap. (I also devote a ...

If you've been on the mental health side of TikTok or spend a lot of time Googling inquiries related to anxiety, you've likely seen the term "highly sensitive person" or "HSP." While it might ...

Being sensitive often means feeling everything, and that can be exhausting. If you're always tired, these five simple things ...

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In today’s non-stop world, many of us find ourselves in careers that may not align with our true essence, especially if we’re high-vibrational individuals. These sensitive souls, often referred to as ...

In recent years, “empath” has become a buzzy word in pop psychology. You’ll find sweatshirts and T-shirts adorned with the word “empath” or “empathy” and videos all over social media about the ...

Imagine someone who can read your emotions like an open book - someone who can empathize with your struggles and happiness - only to weaponize that understanding against you. Enter the Dark Empath, a ...

As they say, “Opposites attract,” and this is certainly true in a variety of relationships, from marriage and dating relationships to friendships and connections with family members. And at times, an ...