Empaths, Emotional Unavailability, & Our Relationships With Narcissists

I have read so many articles about the special qualities of an Empath, and how they might protect themselves from Narcissists, and the negative energies of the world. What I am seriously desiring to read, are articles that describe how Empaths are human, who are not just victims or martyrs, who have serious issues they need to work through, if they are ever to evolve. Here is an article with a more human and accountable take on Empaths, their relationships with Narcissists, and the emotional unavailability they must face, in order to grow.

There are millions of self-described Empaths on this planet.

I have spent my life surrounded by Empaths, and I consider myself one. Though, I define myself this way, with some reservation.

Why would I feel this way, considering Empaths are so amazing?

I have come to a point in my life where I seriously question the amount of ego that people become identified with, when they frame their experiences in life, through the context of being an Empath. I have come to wonder if in many cases, Empaths are stunting their own development, growth, and capacity to be open to true love and intimacy, by labeling themselves as such…