Vampires of Energy: How to Recognize, Ignore, and Stay Clear of Them

These categories of persons are familiar to each one of us. They are either miserable, broken, overly theatrical with their feelings, or just plain egotistical.

They are not willing to take responsibility for their actions and instead work to better themselves.

These individuals are deserving of our love and sympathy, but this does not mean that they deserve our attention or time.

Do you find that you are always exhausted, whether at work, at home, or at social events?

Do you find that you are often worried, to the point that you are unable to appreciate the things that you once cherished?

Do you lack the motivation to participate in life and find that you are unable to do so?

It’s possible that these symptoms are appearing for a few different reasons:

A disposition that is introverted and is stressed out by frequent social engagement

The inability to express one’s feelings might lead to depression.

Confusion as a result of the many different strains and shifts in one’s life

Or

Being devoured by an energy vampire as a victim

Are you prepared to reclaim control of your life and release all of that negative energy?

It’s time to figure out which of the individuals in your life are robbing you of your pleasure and stopping you from participating in the things you used to love doing.

What Exactly is a “Vampire of Energy”?

The phrase “energy vampire” may seem outlandish at first, but it is increasingly becoming a widespread word that is used to define a variety of different sorts of personalities.

People who feed on your energy and who utilize that energy selfishly and entirely for themselves are referred to as “energy vampires.” Energy vampires are similar to new-age narcissists in this regard.

However, contrary to what one would assume based on this characterization, the individuals in question are not always despicable psychopaths who stalk the streets in search of defenseless victims to victimize.

Energy vampires, for the most part, are unaware of how difficult they are to deal with or how the people around them are negatively impacted by the poisonous personality characteristics that they exhibit.

Because of their acquired behaviors, some types of personalities are more predisposed to developing into energy vampires.

It is probable that either the mother or the father was an energy vampire and that they raised their kid to have a personality that is just as theatrical and needy as themselves.

Perhaps the vampire in your life had a horrible upbringing and, as a result, needs attention from everyone who is willing to provide an ear.

They are unable to contribute to others on a reciprocal basis, and as a result, they become accustomed to relationships that are unstable and unbalanced.

As is the case with a great number of other behaviors, energy vampirism is often an indicator of an unconscious way of being that the individual who demonstrates it may go unnoticed for the whole of their life.

The Spectrum of the Energy Vampire

It may be difficult to identify an energy vampire, particularly if the person or people in question are in close proximity to you. When dealing with family, friends, and colleagues, it may be challenging to maintain an impartial point of view.

In addition, energy vampires may manifest themselves in a wide range of different personalities and ways of behaving in the world.

Narcissism is the bare minimum trait that characterizes an energy vampire. They believe that the universe revolves around them and that everyone else exists for the sole purpose of providing for them in some manner.

Because they are emotionally or mentally mired in their own wants and issues, they are unable to take into consideration the requirements and emotions of other people. You may find that you are unable to articulate your ideas and emotions whenever you are in their presence because you are rendered speechless.

These narcissistic vampires progress to a manipulative state somewhere in the center of the continuum. They make active use of you in order to get what it is that they want, whether that be continuous attention, affirmation, an inflated ego, or something even worse.

These individuals show very little care for how the fulfillment of their continuing wants may impact you. They take full advantage of everyone else around them, regardless of whether or not they are aware of it.

These psychotic vampires represent the most severe form of the vampire species. Because of their inherent hostility or their chronic emotional instability, their behavior in social situations is sometimes exaggerated or extreme.

This kind of person is taxing because you either have to give to them continually, be on guard all the time, or be anxiously apprehensive about what they will do next. You can prepare yourself in a variety of ways for the potential and potential repercussions that will result from their actions.

Does this ring a bell? At least one individual in your life probably demonstrates behavior like this, and it’s possible that you know at least one of them. Whether you’re not sure, ask yourself if there’s a certain individual that causes you to feel weary and anxious after every interaction with them. If there is, then you know who the problem is.

Who Are the People Who Typically Fall Prey to Energy Vampires?

As a result of the fact that they siphon vitality from others in their immediate environment, these “human black holes” do best in settings where they have access to other people who are more helpless and passive.

The perfect target for an energy vampire is someone who never stops looking for the positive in other people, who is attentive to others when they have a pressing need to express themselves, and who does not speak out for themselves when they are insulted or manipulated.

Even if we are never genuinely victims and are instead only experiencers of components of reality, one cannot help but feel diminished and burdened by continual transactions with energy vampires. This is true despite the fact that we are never truly victims.

Congratulations! You should feel proud of yourself if you are a caring and open-hearted person. You should never make the decision to feel negatively about the bright and upbeat person that you are. You are a life-saving support system for individuals who are otherwise healthy. For energy vampires, you’re dessert.

People who are empathetic and inactive are not the sole victims of energy vampires. They have a detrimental impact on everyone in their immediate environment, even fellow energy vampires!

How to Tell If You’re the Prey of an Energy Vampire and What to Do About It

Are you unsure if an energy vampire is the cause of your troubles or not? There are a few distinct symptoms that your energy is being drained without your knowledge, such as when you feel tired even if you haven’t done anything.

You could have feelings of loneliness, loss, confusion, exhaustion, or unwantedness even if you lead a full and satisfying life. This might be due to a number of factors.

You might get the impression that nobody really knows you, listens to what you have to say, or “gets” you. When we love a narcissist, it may be easy to forget about our own needs, especially if those needs have been neglected for a long time.

There is a diverse array of guises that may be taken by energy vampires. Perhaps a parent or other close family member continuously demands your attention while at the same time making you feel guilty for spending even a little amount of time for yourself.

It’s possible that one of your coworkers has a significant presence at your job and doesn’t give a damn about who they damage on their way to the top. You can have a buddy that regularly drags you into their own personal drama without showing you any respect for your own personal space or concern for your well-being.

Energy saboteurs may take the form of anybody at the end of the day. While you meditate, bring your attention to the following areas in order to determine the cause of this stress:

Do you find that chats leave you feeling exhausted?

Do you feel that your life is consumed by someone else’s problems?

Do you find that you are made to feel guilty or like a crazy person when you attempt to convey your views or emotions to someone else?

Most importantly, do you fail to see that you are the primary focus of your own life?

Take Precautions to Avoid Being Consumed by Energy Vampires

When you have determined where the threat is coming from, you may start taking precautions to keep yourself safe. It is not always as simple as removing the energy vampire from your life, but if you are in a position to do so, now is the moment to take action. If that isn’t an option, then it’s time to start preparing yourself for the depleting effects that they have on your energies.

First and foremost, hone your skills at recognizing these vampires. Even if it’s not good to continually search for the bad elements in individuals or circumstances, it is very necessary to be careful of the intentions and repeated acts of other people.

Employ strategies that will prevent these individuals from entering your inner circle. It is in your best interest to keep your distance from them if you have the opportunity to block or avoid them, such as by refusing invitations to social gatherings they will be attending.

If you are unable to avoid the situation, you must teach yourself to respect yourself and establish appropriate limits. Maintain the standards you set for what kind of conduct is appropriate in the context of the connections you maintain.

Second, you should have a more realistic outlook on the future of your connection with that individual. When we get our expectations up for a good connection with someone who is devoid of empathy, we often end up becoming the greatest possible enemy to ourselves.

Third, you should not invest any of your energy in dealing with them. Do not respond too strongly, do not accept their overtures, and do not provide the replies that they are looking for. They will eventually come to the conclusion that you are no longer an easy target.

The fourth piece of advice is to surround yourself with individuals who can act as a reality check for you. Talk to people in your family and circle of friends who can look at the problem from a different point of view. They have the potential to serve as your support system in times when you need to protect yourself.

At long last, start the healing process. Being the target of an energy vampire for any length of time may do damage to a person’s sense of self, heart, and mind. The first step is acknowledging that someone has been influencing you and deciding to put an end to the energy drain caused by the situation. The next step is to make self-love a regular habit by including activities such as meditation, breathing exercises, and journaling about your thoughts.

REMEMBER!

You are a wonderful living Being a being born from stardust that is filled with light and love You represent an infinitely expandable potential in every way. You may achieve the level of expansion and freedom that you seek by placing your attention on self-discipline, virtue, and the goodness that already exists inside you.

If we pray for other people, the universe will pray for us as well.

YOU SHOULD RECEIVE A TON OF BLESSINGS!

There is no such thing as “other.” There is just you, seeing yourself as the only thing there is.

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