Did you know that many empaths are highly intuitive, psychic and creative, yet still struggle with energy sensitivity that can make it difficult to be around others?

I know this to be true because I am one of you. As a child, being told I was “too sensitive” made me want to shut down my empathic nature.

I was not shown how to tell what energy belonged to me and what energy I had absorbed from others. Over time, with the support of Reiki guides, angels and Divine Mother, I learned how to release heavy energy, protect my field and trust my intuitive gifts. That did not happen overnight.

The good news is that this can change with awareness, openness and a willingness to accept all parts of ourselves, including the vulnerable, scared and shadow parts we may have learned to hide. If you are also learning to understand your sensitivity, read Embracing Your Empathic Gift: 5 Daily Tips.

This work is a daily practice. It becomes easier in the company of a trusted friend, mentor, healer or supportive circle.

Learning I Did Not Have to Heal Alone

For many years, I tried to do this work alone. I told myself I needed to push through the pain, stress and discomfort of absorbing other people’s energy. As a people pleaser, the thought of receiving support instead of always giving it felt unfamiliar.

Growing up, I often felt different from my family. I longed to be fully understood and accepted, even though I was not like my parents.

As I grew, I began to shift my perspective. I stopped blaming myself for being psychic and sensitive. I came out of my protective cocoon and began to spread my wings.

Once I felt safer being seen, heard and no longer invisible, I joined more support groups and healing circles. I began to own my gifts, including my energy sensitivity, psychic abilities and intuition. What once felt scary became liberating.

From Sensitivity to Sovereignty

There was never anything wrong with me. I began asking what had always been right, special and magnificent about me.

Can you relate to this? Are you willing to reset years of conditioning and let go of the past?

As I healed the past, reparented my inner child and forgave myself for being different, my life opened. I began studying the healing arts and eventually became a Usui Reiki Master Teacher.

One of my early healing experiences was with my mother. As I offered her healing support, I witnessed her soften into a deep state of peace. I saw with my inner eye that younger, wounded parts of her were beginning to heal. It was one of the most beautiful feelings I could imagine.

Awakening the Divine Feminine Within

Meeting Amma, the hugging saint, also changed my life. When she gave me the name Vandana, meaning a blessed high vibration or sacred one, I finally felt nurtured in a warm and all-embracing way.

Her hug lifted my spirit, cleared my chakras and opened my third eye. That experience helped me begin my divine feminine healing journey and remember that I am a divine spark of creation who deserves unconditional love.

It is never too late to awaken your inner healer, express your unique gifts, become a divine healing instrument and connect with your Higher Self. If your inner Goddess feels hidden beneath old patterns, you may also like 6 Reasons Why Your Inner Goddess Is Hiding.

Your Gifts Are Needed

If my story gives you hope or inspiration, I invite you to honor your sensitivity and reconnect with your divine feminine power. You may be here to become a cycle breaker, tell a new story and help bring more healing into your family line.

Your gifts are needed on this planet. We are stronger when we stand together and welcome back the healed sacred feminine.

If you feel called to come out of hiding, awaken your wise woman wisdom, live authentically and speak your truth, you can learn more about the Sovereign Goddess Sanctuary.

Learn more about the Sovereign Goddess Sanctuary

Stay strong. You are loved beyond compare.

Goddess blessings,
Vandana Atara Noorah