Whether we’re talking about super empaths, heyoka empaths, or any other type of
highly empathetic person, when it comes to romantic relationships, extreme empathy can
definitely play its own unique role. A romantic connection with an empath requires
a deep understanding that can be difficult for some empaths to explain themselves. So, what
do empaths really want their partners to know? Welcome or welcome back Psych-o! Before we get
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Alright, let’s get right into it starting with.. Number 1: They cannot change, so don’t expect it
Empaths were born with their innate sensitivity and understanding of the world around them. They
did not choose the empath life, the empath life chose them. So, in other words, empaths cannot
change or ignore their heightened abilities, and they expect their partner to understand that.
In fact, nothing will drive an empath further away than being faced with a partner or friend
that tries to change their deep empathy. They know they are quite different from other people and if
that isn’t accepted on the other end, they will eventually close themselves off to their partner.
Number 2: They need to be taken seriously All empaths have their own unique sense of
creativity that opens up their perception of their surroundings. With these complex perspectives,
they tend to come up with other-worldly ideas and opinions that may not make total sense to
non-empaths. Ironically, empaths crave a partner in which they can pour their hearts out to,
hoping to be taken seriously regardless of how woo-woo their approach may seem. So, although
it’s easy for partners of empaths to brush off the concepts they don’t quite understand, empaths
require a type of open-mindedness where they can expand these unorthodox ways of thinking and not
be judged by them After all, it’s these ideas that make the empath such a powerful member of society.
Number 3: Support = comfort Empaths have the tendency to
ruminate and analyze over even the most minor of situations. And although it can be tempting
to encourage an empathetic partner to simply ‘let go’ of the thought they’re fixated on,
providing unconditional support goes a much longer way. Of course empaths would simply let it go if
they could, but it’s just not that simple - and they know it better than anyone could ever judge.
In fact, support in their empathic tendencies is one of the only ways true empaths are able
to open up to their closest connections. Without this comfort and safety, empaths will remain
closed off in fear of being misunderstood. Number 4: Alone time is non-negotiable
One of the more well-known empath traits is their need for periods of solitude.
They use their alone time to recharge from their auto-pilot energy absorbing ways, and without it,
they can easily slip into bouts of empath burnout and rage. Consequently, empaths require a partner
that truly respects this boundary without becoming annoyed or offended with the distance it may
create within the relationship. Their partner needs to know that they aren’t being malicious
in their desire and need for alone time, in fact, they are only doing it to ensure they can be the
best version of themselves for not only their own sake, but also that of everyone around them.
Number 5: Restrictions will only cause havoc Similar to the empaths non-negotiable need for
alone time, most people with extreme empathy also have specific practices that they use to
properly navigate and balance their involuntary abilities. These creative outlets can be different
for every empath, whether it’s music, painting, photography, dancing, writing, volunteering,
spending time with animals, exercise, nature, you name it. Empaths use these hobbies to
drive their much needed passion, and without that passion, they can easily lose themselves
in the stress that comes with their unique gifts. Therefore, approval and encouragement to maintain
these positive habits is crucial. Number 6: Dishonesty is unforgivable
Honesty is in fact the best policy, especially in the eyes of an empath.
Equipped with inherent lie detecting abilities, most empaths can sense when someone is lying,
so realistically there is no point in fib-telling when dealing with this intuitive type. In fact,
empaths have a great deal of understanding and tolerance for all types of relationship mishaps,
making truth-telling much easier. So, while it may seem like sugar-coating details and
confessions will spare their sensitive feelings, nothing will hurt an empath more than dishonesty.
Number 7: They’re intuition is very real, and always active
Empaths know they’re different, and don’t expect their partner to understand all the complexity
that comes with their inherent abilities. They can see how their high sensitivity can seem like an
overreaction, and how they’re intuitive gifts can seem like bogus claims. However, empaths want to
know that their partner believes them above all else. So, mocking intuitive findings by calling
them coincidences, or questioning their judgments towards toxic people can make an empath feel alone
in their partnership. These traits have so much to do with who an empath is that if they are
constantly overlooked, an empath can begin to feel a lack of acceptance from their partner.
Number 8: Some days they need saving
There's a seriousness surrounding every empath that non-empathetic people can’t quite relate to.
With such deep understandings of the world and the tendency to continuously be absorbing moods
and energy from the people around them, empaths can easily slip into a deep introspective state
that is difficult to kick. In these times empaths rely on the positive energy around them to pull
them out. They sometimes need to be reminded to stop and smell the flowers, laugh a little,
and enjoy the life in front of them. In fact, having a partner that can efficiently lighten
up an empath's serious demeanor can drastically change an empath's life for the better.
Number 9: Some days they don’t need saving
Contrary to the empath’s need to sometimes be pulled out of their never-ending thought cycle,
there are other times where empaths don’t want to be saved at all. When it all becomes too much,
sometimes empaths just need to distance themselves from everything and everyone, however,
this can look very different in comparison to their usual need for alone time. In fact,
there are times where empaths may self-isolate for days at a time, especially after experiencing
big changes or sudden life events. And the last thing they need in these times is to be
swarmed or emotionally needed, even if the distance is difficult for the other partner.
Number 10: Their love can be.. Intense
Empaths not only feel things deeply, but they also love with their whole heart. In fact,
the amount of care and understanding empaths are capable of bringing to people’s lives can feel too
good to be true in the beginning stages of an empath relationship. They love with such great
intensity when they feel comfortable in their surroundings, but should their love fall into the
wrong hands - all hell will break loose. In the right hands, however, an empath's ever-evolving
love can change their partner forever, but only if they’re willing to accept their unique quarks.
Number 11: When they don’t want to socialize, don’t force it
People that experience high sensitivity and extreme empathy towards others tend to take
their socializing boundaries quite seriously, and rightfully so. With auto-pilot energy absorption,
empaths literally can’t help but to feel the feelings of people in a room,
and sometimes those feelings aren’t so pleasant. They may have unexplainable feelings towards
a group of people or place that fuels their hesitation, or they may just not be feeling
100% emotionally charged and ready to take on additional energy. Whatever the reason, causing
a ruckus to encourage an empath to socialize will never work, so there is no use in trying!
Number 12: They’re heart breaks everyday
Empaths are sensitive, and in a world of cruelty, selfishness and greed,
some empaths can experience a great deal of emotional and mental stress on a daily basis.
Sometimes all it takes is an emotionally moving TV commercial or any other form of injustice,
inequality or toxicity in this world and an empath can be moved to tears. They can feel the feelings
of the people involved in the most unthinkable stories, and with that comes extreme emotion.
Sure it may seem dramatic at times, like when they’re the only ones crying in the movie theatre,
but realistically they just can’t help themselves. Well, that’s it for today PSYCH-Os.. So,
are you an empath? If so, what is the most difficult lesson you’ve learned in a relationship?
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