The Empath Manifesto

Ever since I was born,

I have known how to listen.

I have looked without judging.

I have tried to understand and done my best to accept things that are out of my reach.

When people are in pain,

I know how to be patient,

Sit next to them in silence,

Holding their heart in the palm of my hand,

So they always remember they are loved just as they are.

When people are happy,

I can feel and share their bliss and make it last with a kind word,

So they always remember there is a space inside of them with enough fire to move on.

When someone is insecure,

I understand where it comes from,

Because I have been there too,

And I know that all they need is to bring back the memory of what they have made it through.

This is the story of my life.

I get it when others need help.

The joy,

The pain,

The flickering,

I feel everything in my bones.

Nothing that takes place in this world will ever leave me unconcerned.

The one thing I keep forgetting is that even though it's normal to be kind,

Sometimes it's good to stop for a while and take a long,

Warm sip of love.

Because love is meant to be spread.

It is meant for every soul,

Including mine.

I am an empath.

The world is better with me in it,

Right?

Much love to you all.

Namaste.