An energy shift is an abrupt vibration change in one’s aura field. It’s also an over abundance of energy that has been lying dormant in one’s system that needs to be released. Much like an earthquake or volcano. These shifts occur most commonly when approaching or during a transitional phase. It can also hit someone who is spiritually evolving or receiving new psychic gifts.

A shift is much like a transitional phase; in essence, the FEELINGS will be close to the same. The difference between the two is that a transitional phase is taking you to the next level, such as a major life change and an energy shift does not. It can just be an immediate exchange of positive or negative energy between two people or a shift in your personal energy.

Here are the primary ways you will know there is a shift in the energy of a situation:

* You may feel you can’t find a clear direction in life at that time.

* You "all of the sudden" feel that there's something different or there has been a negative change in your bottom line with the situation you used to dwell on.

* You're getting synchronicities all over the place, yet you can't hear your guides or gain any insight on your own.

* You begin to feel depressed for no apparent reason.

* You experience an abrupt loss of energy and appear tired all the time

* You may get random panic attacks while picking up someone else’s energy.

People who utilize their Empathic abilities on a consistent basis, like psychics, will feel energy shifts much stronger than the average "Joe or Jane". Everyone on some level taps into the energies of people around them. This is why it’s extremely important to keep yourself grounded at all times. Yes, we aren’t robots programmed for perfection, so we will soak in wild energy from time to time. Here are some ways to keep yourself grounded:

* Meditate
* Keep and open and positive attitude
* Shower or bathe often
* Maintain your creative outlets
* Spend some time taking in nature
* Swimming
* Journalling
* Hugging a tree (Thanks CyndallK)
* Get enough rest
* Eat right
* Exercise

It’s also very important to understand that your best girl or guy friend could be going through an energy shift and dumping their crap on you. This happens ALL the time. It’s ok to be a friend and help them, but it’s another to allow their energy to lie dormant in your system. Recognize the signs stated above and immediately utilize one or more of the many ways to get rid of it in order to keep yourself grounded and focused.

Please read my article titled, "Drifting", for extra information on energy shifts.