For as long as I can remember, I’ve sensed things others couldn’t. Energies, presences, whispers from another realm—all mixed into the fabric of my everyday life. It wasn’t until much later that I understood why: I’m an empath. Being an empath means I absorb emotions and energies around me, sometimes to the point where it feels overwhelming. Negative energies, draining people—what I call “energy vampires” or “soul snatchers”—can knock me off balance if I’m not careful. For a long time, this sensitivity felt like a curse. But now, I see it as a gift—a calling. Encounters Beyond the Veil Throughout my life, I’ve had moments that defy logic. One night driving past a cemetery, I saw a pink orb-like form linger around my car. It felt playful and curious, not frightening—a gentle energy reaching out across the veil. But it wasn’t one of my guardian angels. I’ve felt their presence in other ways, and this orb was something else—something that just passed through, maybe just drawn to my l...
This tough economy has been both a blessing and a curse. With all the extra time on my hands, I've been forced to reflect on where I've been, where I am now, and where I'm headed. I've been taking stock of my life skills, gifts, and talents, and exploring ways to repackage, remarket, or even separate them to provide better value and service to those who need them. I've also realized that some of the challenges I've overcome can be used to benefit others in the future. This period has pushed me to reassess my path, utilize all my abilities, and once again reinvent myself—like a phoenix rising from the ashes—into a new path.