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- [Narrator] Hey, Psych2Goers,
and welcome back to another Psych2Go video.
One of you requested
a video on the different types of empaths, so here it is.
Do you know what it means to be an empath?
Did you know
that there are different types of empaths as well?
Psychology defines an empath
as a highly sensitive individual
with a keen ability to sense the thoughts and feelings
of those around them.
Their compassion, sensitivity,
and emotionally open and insightful nature
make them great listeners and effective communicators.
If this sounds like you
and you wanna know more about what kind of empath you are,
here is a brief description of each
to help you better identify
which of the six major categories you fall into.
Number one, emotional empath. (gentle music)
Whether it's a loved one or a stranger,
do you find it easy to read their emotions
and form a connection with them?
The most common type of empath is the emotional empath.
This is what most people think of when you ask them
to define what an empath is.
An emotional empath is someone
who can easily pick up on the feelings of others
and may even mimic or absorb them.
They are easily influenced
by the moods of those around them,
and as a result, may come across as sensitive,
erratic, and finicky with their emotions.
Number two, physical empath.
Have you ever felt tired
because you were watching someone else overexert themselves?
Do you feel like throwing up
whenever you see someone else throw up,
or immediately feel unwell when those around you
begin to experience symptoms of sickness?
If you answered yes,
then you might be what is known as a physical empath.
Also sometimes known as medical empaths.
Physical empaths are just as in tune
with the physical conditions of others as well as their own.
As a result, they can easily pick up
on someone else's sickness, pain, tension, discomfort,
and overall sense of wellbeing.
And this goes beyond naturally communicable gestures,
as well, such as yawning or laughing.
Number three, intuitive empath.
Next are intuitive empaths, a rare and unique gift.
Intuitive empathy, or claircognizance,
as it's sometimes known,
is all about reading and sensing a person's energy.
By turning inward and listening to their subconscious,
they're able to better understand
and perceive everything around them.
Simply put, they're able to use their intuition
to look at and understand other people,
beyond what they reveal to them.
Unlike emotional empaths, intuitive empaths
tend to focus more on the reasons behind a person's feelings
rather than the experience of those feelings.
As a result, other people may see them
as incredibly insightful, perceptive,
and wise beyond their years.
Number four, dream empath. (gentle music continues)
Do you know what a dream empath is?
Another lesser known type of empath
and arguably the rarest of all, is the dream empath.
They are people who receive intuitive information
about others through their dreams.
And as you might expect,
most of them tend to be lucid dreamers
who retain a lot of clarity, awareness,
and control over themselves, even while asleep.
They can easily recall their dreams
and have a natural talent for interpreting
and understanding the hidden meaning behind its symbols,
themes and motif.
Number five, plant empaths.
More than just a green thumb, a plant empath
refers to someone who feels deeply connected to plants,
trees, and Mother Nature as a whole.
Since they're able to just instinctively know
what is and isn't good for a plant,
they excel at tending to gardens
or landscaping beautiful greenery.
This connection with plants also gives them
a strong sense of contentment and peace of mind.
This is why they're at their happiest and most relaxed
when they're caring for houseplants, shrubs,
and other natural greenery.
And number six, animal empath.
Do you feel deeply connected with your pets?
Animal empaths are people who feel a strong sense
of connection and understanding towards animals.
More than just your average pet lover,
an animal empath is great at picking up on the subtle signs
on what their animal may need,
or what they might be trying to say
with their body language and sounds.
As a result of their fascination and joy of animals,
you'll often find them taking care of,
spending their time with, and learning about animals.
What kind of empath do you think you are?
Let us know in the comments below.
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