Hyper empathy refers to an above-average level of empathy, which leads individuals to have an intense emotional reaction to the emotions of others. While empathy is generally a positive trait, allowing us to understand and respond to the feelings of others, hyper empathy can sometimes be overwhelming and can lead to emotional burnout. Hyper empathy is often observed in neurodiverse individuals, such as those with Autism, Bipolar Disorder, and OCD (Smith, 2009; Bernhardt et al., 2013).
Signs of Hyper Empathy
1. Feeling overwhelmed in social situations.
2. Difficulty distinguishing one's own emotions from the emotions of others.
3. Emotional burnout or exhaustion due to constant empathy.
4. Becoming overly involved or distressed by the problems of others.
Managing Hyper Empathy
1. Set boundaries: It's important to know when to distance oneself emotionally from others to avoid emotional burnout.
2. Self-Care: Prioritize self-care and remember that it's okay to put your own needs first.
3. Practice mindfulness: This can help individuals stay grounded in their own experiences and prevent them from becoming too absorbed in the emotions of others.
4. Seek support: If hyper empathy is causing distress, consider seeking support from a mental health professional.
THE HOST
Kirk Patrick Miller is an award-winning and nominated author. His medication protocol (that shows clinical value in meta-studies) led to requests for him to write and publish his memoir “Chaos to Cured”.
He began consulting children, adults, and families in 2009 under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Robert Simon, MD. Mr. Miller’s first-hand experience overcoming mental health adversities has helped him guide hundreds of students and clients toward a life of empowerment and resiliency.
Mr. Miller is currently taking on clients willing to face themselves and stay the course. He can also be hired as a radio/podcast guest, or as a keynote speaker.
Mr. Miller continues to thrive and manage his bipolar I, OCD, generalized anxiety, and ADHD, against all odds. His mission is to help others achieve the happiness they deserve.
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THE EXPERT
Jeffrey N. Freed, M.A.T has specialized in working with both gifted children and people with autism for over 35 years. Jeffrey is the author of the New York Times best-selling book “Right Brained Children In a Left-Brained World” and co-author of “Four Weeks To An Organized Life For People With ADD”. Jeffrey is currently working exclusively with children and adults on the autistic spectrum.
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https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/291034.Jeffrey_Freed
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