I usually just read for myself and I tend to make it short. But yesterday I read for several people. After an hour I was shaking and I really had to eat something (very unusual for me). I got really tired. I think it is interesting. I feel like I really did something.
I was thinking that I should read more for others but this seems a little alarming. It's funny that the cards actually told me it would happen but I was still surprised.
Does this happen to you? Why do you think it happens?
Yes, this happens to me, specifically if I am reading for a number of people one right after another. And, sometimes even when I am only reading for one person-as there are some people whom seem to drain me of my energy before we even START the reading! We refer to them as the "Psychic Vampires".
Most of those psychic vampires are just very intense people, and I am sure its due to my being an empath too--but the minute I shake their hand and bring them to the table to read, I feel empty of energy.
Why does it happen? Well there is no doubt that its an exchange of energy and I, as the reader pick up on their energy big time. As an empath, I often also immediately know and feel their energies--their health issues, their general state of mind, etc. Sometimes it is so draining, that I always keep a bottle of water, a bottle of coke (for INSTANT sugar high) and something to eat--crackers, chips, cookies, candy. Yeah, I know the sugar is not the best way to go about it--but if I am reading in a store or somewhere public, its more convenient. Though I often will also pack the small applesauce single serve packs and a spoon.
Next time you are going to read for a group of people, one by one--make sure you pack something to eat and drink--to help you along. Also, in between each person, get up and and walk around a wee bit--and take some deep breaths. I like to re-ground myself between readings for a group, too and I walk around a bit, take some deep breaths, and close my eyes for a few seconds to help me get back to *normal*. Then, start the next reading.
Emeraud, sometimes, I also cry after reading for people. AND, like you--for no particular big reason. It may have been a good reading--happy...but I feel like crying! IF you are able to shower AFTER reading a group--so much the better. that is very relaxing and cleansing. Just imagine the water washing away all the energies you picked up from the people you read and it is washing it down the drain and away from you.