Psychic Empaths: Do Empaths Make Better Psychics?

There’s been quite a lot of attention on empaths lately. The term gets thrown around so much that it’s likely you don’t know its true definition, or whether there are different types of empaths.
Aside from knowing whether you are an empath yourself, you’ll probably want to know if the psychic you’ll be working with also considers themselves an empath. Here’s all you need to know about empaths and how they fit into the psychic community.

What is an empath?
First things first: you might be wondering what the word “empath” actually means. Basically, empaths are people who are better able to understand or feel what another person is going through. They’re often referred to as highly sensitive individuals or even “human sponges”, since they tend to take on other people’s energy or emotions.
Here’s a list of some common traits that might let you know if you are an empath:
You have a lot of empathy for others.
Closeness or intimacy can sometimes feel overwhelming to you.
You experience sensory overload pretty easily (this can include sights, sounds, smells, or sensations in the body).
You have great intuition and are comfortable relying on it.
You take comfort in nature and feel rejuvenated when you can spend time in it.
Crowds or busy places can feel distressing to your system.
You have a tendency to want to help other people, even strangers.
People openly tell you their problems because you’re a great listener.
You’ve found you’re more vulnerable to toxic people or manipulators.
Social activities can be draining, even fun ones.
You need alone time to recharge, especially after being around people.
You do everything you can to avoid conflict with others.
It might feel hard to fit in with people sometimes because of how you view the world.
You’re prone to isolation (which doesn’t have to be negative – it can simply involve doing more solitary activities, like yoga or meditation).
It can be difficult for you to set boundaries in relationships.
You see the world in a unique way because of your connections to people and your environment.
While all of these traits may make you feel overwhelmed or overloaded sometimes, they’re also an indicator that you’re a sensitive, caring, loving human with the capacity to make those around you feel comfortable and safe.

What are the different types of empaths?
Besides these common characteristics among people who are known as empaths, there are also several different types of empaths. Some people fit strictly into one category, while others fall into several types.
The different types of empaths include:
Physical empath 
You’re attuned to other people’s physical symptoms. For example: your head hurts because your spouse has a headache, or you feel energized when your friend has just worked out at the gym.
Emotional empath 
You easily pick up on the emotions of others, whether they’re positive or negative.
Intuitive empath 
You can sense how another person is feeling without them saying anything. Your intuition allows you to have heightened perceptions of what’s going on around you.
Dream empath 
You receive information from your dreams that helps in your everyday life. You can accurately remember most of your dreams and can draw clear messages from them to help you or people you know.
Plant empath 
You can connect with and feel the essence of plants.
Earth empath 
You’re completely tuned in to nature and the environment. This means you’re similar to plant empaths and are attuned to even the slightest changes in the planet, solar system, weather, etc.
Animal empath 
You have a special connection to animals, can feel their needs, and can sometimes communicate with them.

What is a psychic empath?
Psychic empaths are individuals with psychic gifts that also demonstrate empath qualities like the ones listed above. They’re often able to tap into their intuition to receive messages or sensations that help guide them during readings.
So, are all psychics empaths? It’s pretty rare to find a psychic that doesn’t have at least some empathic qualities. In fact, in order for psychics to be effective, they must have at least some intuitive empath traits. It’s essential for them to be able to “read” the person they’re working with in order to give them guidance.
However, it is possible to find psychics who work in some methods of psychism (astrologers, tarot card readers, etc.) that don’t have specific empath traits. They rely more on techniques and structured practices during their readings. Overall, though, you’re more likely to find psychics that are empaths because they are using their gifts to help people.
So, do empaths make better psychics? You won’t be completely out of luck if you decide to work with a psychic who isn’t a strict empath. They’ll likely still be able to provide you with a reading that can benefit you. However, empaths often make more effective psychics because they’re more able to tap into what a person genuinely needs in order to get them on the right path.
Whether they’re psychics or not, it’s crucial for all empaths to remember to nurture their intuitive gifts and to focus on taking care of themselves at the same time.