We love our stories. They serve as the ongoing reminder of who we are, our identities. The problem is, most of them are lies.

We’re not the only ones telling ourselves these disempowering stories but since I’m an empath who used to struggle with this stuff, I write for my people who may be where I was (and who want to be the badass they were born to be).

In fact, unless we heal ourselves at a soul level we’re probably going to be stuck with these stories forever.

I invite you to read this article with the intention to gain insight, commit to taking an action at the end, and write a new story for yourself.

Isn’t it time you figure out and tell the truth about who you really are?

I’m depressed.

You’re not depressed you’re confused and rightfully so.

Depression is a symptom of our unhealed soul wounds. When we add to that our high receptivity for other’s wounding, we are up against some extra tough shit.

And…

It’s up to us to stop participating in the bullshit stories that keep us sick, sad, and lonely.

It’s within our power to change how we feel. Getting the right kind of support is the key to overcoming our unique challenges. Normal approaches to health and healing don’t work for us.

The reality is you have a soul wound that needs healing. We all do. What all soul wounds have in common is they make us feel worthless.

What goes with worthlessness? Powerlessness.

Our thoughts of being worthless and our feelings of being powerless are the source of depression.

If you’re like I was, and those thoughts and feelings have taken over your mind and body, then I’m here to tell you you’ve forgotten who you really are.

You’re confused by all the nonsense messages stifling humanity. You’re making your thoughts and feelings your identity. You’re identifying as something you’re not.

Let this be your reminder: You. Are. Magical. AF.

I don’t belong.

I used to tell myself that, too, until I realized I was an empath and there’s a whole mob of us out there!

Growing up, I was the black sheep of my family. I couldn’t figure out why I wasn’t like them, I just knew I saw things differently. I stayed in my room reading, writing, and fantasizing all the time.

I imagined I was a part of a different family.

I made believe I could say what I felt and it was okay. I daydreamed about connection. I had conversations with the imaginary people who understood me and my weird abilities.

I didn’t know it then, but those imaginary people were my guides.

Eventually, I came to realize all of that needed to happen for me to develop my gifts as a psychic empath. At the time though, I just felt alone.

What I’m up to now is exposing myself, telling the truth, and inviting my fellow sensitives (and weirdos) to come play. Join the Badass Empath Facebook Group.

I’m alone.

You’re not alone, you’re isolating yourself.

When we get overwhelmed by our inability to navigate our feelings we tend to retreat. We rely on things that make us feel comfortable and safe. Like our pjs and pets. (that’s not just me, right?)

Thinking you’re too different and that people don’t understand and it’s easier to just stay home (with the animals — they get you) is some woe-is-me chicken shit story you’ve become way too accustomed to.

Yes, there are times when you solo with the last three episodes of Elementary and that fudge brownie ala mode… is the way to go.

But let’s not make it a nightly gig.

There’s so much to see and and feel and experience outside of our self-imposed cocoon of comfort.

I know that cocoon seems like the best place for people like us because we don’t have to deal with other people’s crap and feel all the feelings. But really, it’s a way to avoid our own feelings.

A cocoon is meant to be busted out of. Let these words be your inspiration to become the badass butterfly you’re ready to be.

We are not alone. We do not need to hide out at home. Those self-defeating stories are outdated and unnecessary.

It’s safe to be who we are. We can come out and be with people. When we heal ourselves we can show up in our families, our communities, and on the world stage…and make some mother fucking magic together!

I need to protect myself.

This is just plain bullshit.

I know it feels like you do but when you realize that your sensitivities are actually superpowers your feelings will change.

Consider this. Instead of putting up a bubble of white light everywhere you go, you get clear about your boundaries and have the self-confidence to state them (without feeling guilty or too needy).

What are your current boundaries?

Anytime we lack or dishonor our own boundaries we feel uncertain or unsafe. We get trampled on by the people who are drawn to our natural empathy and ‘helper’ way. We give too much and end up depleted.

Without rock solid healthy boundaries we will feel (and act) like victims.

That is not a productive way to live. Too many of us are living with the lie, “I’m broken.” Too many people are looking for someone else to fix them.

Something’s wrong with me.

This is the most common mistake we tell ourselves. You are not broken, your lens is.

Is it possible that you need a new perspective?

What if a new view allowed you to see that you are completely capable of handling everything you’ve been handed? How would you respond then?

If you knew in your heart of hearts that you are perfect just as you are, what would you do with your one precious life?

For me, when this truth landed (and my programmed mind stopped trying to sabotage me) I decided to take a stand for people like me. I know we are here to use our sensitivities to heal and help others.

You can prob tell by now I’m on a mission to help my fellow empaths and highly sensitive people be the badasses we were born to be.

For the love of God, there’s nothing wrong with you.

You are a badass.

Conclusion

Stories are not unique to empaths and HSPs but I write for people like me because I know what it’s like to feel like an outcast cursed with sensitivities that are not easy to manage.

I also know how to turn those same sensitivities into superpowers and heal myself.

That’s what I want for you. If you find yourself struggling with the story, “I don’t belong” or “I’m depressed” or “Something’s wrong with me” I urge you take a step right now toward changing your story.

Call to Action

If you are ready to stop being sick, sad or lonely and become the most kick-ass YOU you can be, take the first step now. Download the Self-Love Checklist.

Click here to get the checklist right now!

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