What characterizes empaths?

Empaths are characterized by their heightened sensitivity to the emotions and energies of those around them. Unlike sympathy, which involves feeling compassion for someone's struggles, empathy goes further by allowing individuals to experience and understand others' emotions as if they were their own. Empaths often possess strong intuition and can easily pick up on subtle cues such as body language and tone of voice. This ability enables them to provide deep emotional support and connect deeply with others on an empathetic level. Empaths may also feel overwhelmed or emotionally drained in environments with intense emotions, requiring them to establish boundaries and practice self-care to maintain their well-being.