A List of 5 Shadow Aspects of Empaths

It is exceedingly difficult to define what an Empath is, as each individual has such unique characteristics. I am a self-professed Empath and also have been told by many that I seem like an Empath. And, I have struggled with my self, and understanding what the heck being an Empath is to me. As I see it, if there is such a thing as a clear definition for what an Empath is, there may also be other wounds and abilities mixed into Empath-ness, that are then defined by the individual as part of their Empath nature. This is what I see for my self, and also for the many Empaths in my community, and the people I have worked with intimately, as both a coach and a therapist. An “Empath” is an ever evasive identity construct. I appreciate this evasive element, and am intrigued by it. This has led me to make an active personal study of Empaths.

Through my interest in studying characteristics of Empaths, I have noticed a commonality amongst most Empaths, and this is what is in their Shadow. By Shadow, I am referring to the parts of the self the Empath may be unconscious of, or perhaps at least parts that Empaths wouldn’t want others to see. I am writing this list and overall article to expose this Shadow, in service of helping Empaths become more integrated and whole, and to help us all start to…