Experiencing an Energetic Upgrade: A Guide for Empaths
As empaths, we're deeply attuned to the energy around us, making our internal intricacies a constant dance of highs and lows. While this sensitivity allows us to connect with others on a profound level, it also means we're more susceptible to energetic fluctuations, both supportive and exhaustive.
One of the most intense experiences for empaths is the energetic upgrade, often referred to as ascension by some. These periods can be both exciting and challenging, bringing a wave of transformative shifts accompanied by a unique set of symptoms.
When the Energy Shifts:
Your energy system is undergoing a major renovation. An energy upgrade is like taking a vacuum and pulling everything up to the surface; emotions, patterns, trauma, and anything that is ready to transmute. It's a spiritual growth process, but it can be exhausting, overwhelming and disruptive. This is what an energetic upgrade feels like.
Symptoms of the Empath "Energy Sick":
During these upgrades, you might experience a range of symptoms that can mimic the flu or a common virus:
Physical: Fatigue, headaches, body aches, digestive issues, excessive thirst.
Emotional: Mood swings, irritability, increased anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, grief, periods of sadness.
Mental: Difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, vivid dreams, brain fog.
It's Not Always Medical:
**It's crucial to always consult a doctor to rule out any underlying physical conditions. But if medical causes are eliminated, consider the possibility of an energetic upgrade.
Navigating the Upgrade:
Here are some tips for navigating the energetic upgrade as an empath:
Be gentle with yourself: Allow your body and mind the rest they need. Prioritize sleep, doing less, and self-care practices like meditation or spending time in nature.
Ground your energy: Practices like visualization, spending time barefoot in nature, drinking cold water, or using grounding stones can help you feel more balanced and centered.
Set boundaries: It's vital to your energetic and physical body to limit your interactions with others, especially those who drain your energy, during this vulnerable time.
Seek support: Talk to other empaths, a therapist who understands energetic sensitivities, or a spiritual mentor.
Remember, energetic upgrades are temporary, even though they can feel overwhelming in the moment. Embrace this time as a period of growth, transformation and expansion, and trust that you'll emerge lighter, and more balanced on the other side. Your abilities/gifts will improve noticeably after the upgrade.
