Energy Drainers aka Psychic Vampires
Who Are They
Psychic Vampires consume energy instead of blood. They can also be called energy vampires. There is some strong evidence that vampires as consumers of energy were what inspired the legendary version we see in today’s media and entertainment.
They drain you mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Although there is some debate on whether these energy drainers are aware of what they are doing I tend to believe that most do not recognize they are even doing it. Maybe that is my own Pollyanna view of people though. They all come with a common trait however, their own inadequate energy system. This is what causes them to feed upon yours.
Psychic vampires can fall on a spectrum, from the narcissistic drama queen friend who is always in the middle of a crisis. To the manipulative coworker who doesn’t care who they step on or hurt to advance their own career, and then there is the psychopathic criminal, which fortunately isn’t the most common.
They may come to you looking for advice or assistance and then proceed to spend hours of your time using all sorts of excuses as to why your advice won’t work. Or they may accept part of your suggestions, but in a short time will abandon them and be back again seeking more help and advice and more of your time and energy.
They psychic vampire gets a sort of immediate high off your energy, since it doesn’t last long, they continue to come back, time and again. They tend to seek out those you are empaths, highly sensitive, compassionate, and nurturing individuals.
Are You Under Attack
If you feel emotionally or mentally depleted after being around certain people that is your first clue that you are under attack. Prolonged energy loss can cause damage to the energy system itself.
Our physical body’s central energizing core and its surrounding energy field (known as the aura) are each influenced by the presence of others. This can be seen in the human energy study done at Athens State University.
Those participants who engaged in positive interactions had brighter and more expansive auras over those who engaged in negative interactions.
A later study by the Parapsychology Foundation of New York not only confirmed this earlier research but also showed that certain people were highly skilled at deliberately tapping into and directly feeding upon the aura of others. To learn how to see your aura use the activity below.
Psychic vampires are a threat to your health. The constant energy draining leads to stress. You may feel like you are constantly walking on eggshells around that person waiting for the next shoe to drop.
This type of chronic stress has serious effects on multiple systems in your body including immune, cardiovascular, and your central nervous system. Evidence has shown that those under chronic stress are at a higher risk for chronic problems ranging from autoimmune diseases to heart disease, obesity, and depression. The bottom line is Psychic vampires are a threat to your overall health.
Activity-How to See Your Aura
To see your own aura, you can use the following technique.
Hold your hand palm side outward at arm’s length against a neutral background.
Slowly expand your peripheral vision, then let your eyes fall slightly out of focus.
You will see the aura around your hand as a glow surrounded by an outer halo of bright energy.
It takes a bit of time sometimes to get the hang of it so don’t give up.
How To Spot Them
1-They are always involved in drama or drama always follows in their wake.
2-They don’t take accountability for anything, they pin the problems on others and never accept their part in matters.
3-Often charismatic and the life of the party, love being the center of attention.
4-They must always one up you-they must be in the spotlight and won’t share it, they struggle to feel happiness for someone else and instead feel compelled to compete.
5-They diminish your problems and play up their own-I know, but. They are pros at shifting every conversation and interaction back to themselves.
6-They act like a martyr. They need emotional support to boost their self-esteem. They want you to agree with them and empathize with their victim mentality.
7-They use your good nature against you by monopolizing your time and making you feel guilty if you say no.
8-They use guilt trips or ultimatums to get their way. They use shame as a weapon against you and use ultimatums to coerce you into submitting to what they want.
9-They are codependent. Every action is designed to elicit a certain reaction from the other individual.
10-They criticize or bully- “How can you be so stupid, I expected better from you.”
11-The Intimidate you using fear-“No one else will ever want you”
The first step in reclaiming your energy is recognizing it is being drained from you, the next step is to start protecting yourself.
How To Protect Yourself
1-Set Boundaries-Limit your interactions and avoid them altogether if you are unable to protect yourself. Start small and then expand when you can. Remember you can’t fix them, and you can’t give them an inch or they will take it.
2-Learn how to say No, nicely.
Sorry, I already have plans.
I appreciate the invitation, but I can’t.
Your so kind to think of me, but I can’t.
I’m really maxed out right now so I can’t.
I really don’t have any openings in my schedule right now.
Not this time.
3-Use the Finger Interlock Technique.
This is great to use prior to saying no also. Bring together the tips of your thumb and middle finger of each hand to form two circles, then bring your hands together to form interlocking circles while envisioning your body enveloped in a white sphere of impenetrable energy. Relax your hand and say, “I am now energized and fully protected.) This is also a great technique for anxiety.
4-Carry a Quartz Crystal, this trusted oldie and a goodie has almost unlimited potential as a psychic empowerment tool. This is a great crystal to help you meet personal goals as well as protect against psychic vampirism. (Read how to prepare your crystal once purchased, below)
5-Be too tired for them. Eventually they will leave you alone.
I’m sorry I’m just depleted right now.
I’m exhausted and am focusing on my health right now.
I’ve had a long week and am just going to go to bed early.
You can use these techniques separately or together.
Selecting and Preparing your Crystal
My favorite local store is Sticks and Stones
I like to close my eyes and run my hand over the crystals until I feel one that speaks to me either through a vibration or a warming in my palm. If you are looking for a crystal for a specific purpose such as we are in this case, state your intention before entering the store.
Run the stone under cool water (I prefer distilled or filtered, or moon water if you have it) Let it air dry on a towel and when dry hold it in your hand and invite it to be your empowerment partner by working with you to neutralize and defeat psychic vampirism. End with “Please Stay” to secure the intention in place.
