Part 3: Are you an empath as well?

I scored a 29 on the empath test...which is the lower end of being an empath.  That actually kind of makes me sad.  I really used to be higher on this scale.  I was more compassionate, understanding, and empathetic.  I feel that I have lost some of that...since I became a mom dealing with not only my children at home, but also my 115 'kids' at school.  I found it emotionally draining to 'be there' for everyone all the time and I think I kind of 'checked out'.  That makes me sad and wondering how can I get it back? I can feel a real deep empathy with some of my students, but others I find lately I can't find that connection I did when I first started teaching.

With my score of a 17, I agree with the description for the most part. I think I am a little more of an empath that what the score says. But the main part I take away that I agree with is being balanced between helping and having boundaries.

I scored very high on the test and am in the "Extreme Empath" zone. This doesn't surprise me because I have tuned into this in recent years. I definitely feel the vibe of a room without any visual cues and take on way too much at times in the pursuit of helping members of my family.  

I got a score of 23. I have some Empath traits, but wouldn't be considered myself a true Empath.I take care of myself and do not let myself get too overwhelmed to frequently, but I am balanced between helping others and setting good boundaries. 

I received a score of 41, which means I am, "definitely an empath." According to the website, this score means I, "sense things in a way that's different than an average person" and that I could benefit from turning off my "empathetic senses." While being empathetic is important, I do see the value in being able to manage my empathy better, as it can sometimes be taxing. In some situations at work, it is hard not to constantly perceive or wonder what one of my students is going through.

I only scored 16 which is “some Empath traits”. The results are similar to how I feel any why I chose to complete the Compassion Fatigue Badge. I can find it difficult to balance self-care in my life.

I scored a 37, which falls into the "empath" range.  I was a little surprised by the results because there were a number of traits that would never describe me and then others that 100% fit me.  I'm not sure I entirely agree with the results, but then I never have considered what it means to be empathic on an extensive level.  I think this information has some definite repercussions for compassion fatigue.  I definitely think it makes me a stronger potential candidate for burnout and that I need to be careful to follow the resilience strategies.  

I scored a 41 on the Empath Test.  I think that this is a healthy score.  I feel others pain, but try not to let it affect me for an extended period.  I get strong first impressions of others and feel that I can sense when people are lying, which affects the way I view and interact with them going forward.  I have strong reactions to the news and while watching movies.  I also have a hard time saying no to others, but feel empowered after helping them. 

I scored a 47, which fell under "definitely an empath." This does not surprise me. The questions that I answered 0 to also clarify my results from the previous survey and I feel like they were well matched as an activity for that reason. I disagree that being "open to the pain and suffering of the world" means that we automatically let it all in. Not all empaths need to be taught boundaries just because they are empathetic. 

According to my score, 26, I am an Empath. When a student comes to me upset, I always try my best to “walk in their shoes” and show them that I really care and will listen, even if they just need a shoulder to cry on. I can relate to the sentence, “ You likely get exhausted sometimes and wonder why, without realizing you are giving out too much positive energy and taking in too much negative energy from around you”, there are days that are emotionally tough at school and by the time I get home I am worn out, but because I love my job and helping my students I don’t often realize or think about that being the reason until day later.  Very interesting to see where I was at!

I got a score of 36, so I'm definitely and empath. I've always had a strong sense of others and their feelings, which I take seriously. I consider it a gift and don't want to waste it, especially given my role as an educator and first in the line of support for students. I love being in touch with emotions and feel naturally equipped to offer strategies and care.

I am empath, i scored a 31. So I am on the borderline. I always make time for others even if I am busy. I try to really relate but I am also trying to not be so sensitive as it will be unhealthy for me to take everyone's problems on. I am a fixer, so I try to help find solutions to problems instead of dwelling on them