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Empath Children: How to Help a Highly Sensitive Child Thrive and Stop Feeling Overwhelmed
Are you struggling to deal with an overwhelmed empath child?
Do you want to learn the most powerful strategies to cultivate your child’s empathic gift?
As frustrated as you might feel right now, raising an empath child is one of the greatest blessings the universe could have given you.
Empath children are wonderfully powerful creatures and they must be treated as such. As a parent of an empath child, it is essential that you are fully aware of the complexities of this miraculous gift, and how to effectively handle the overwhelm your child will experience as a highly sensitive person.
So how do you ensure that your empath child thrives, while simultaneously managing overwhelm?
In Empath Children, Judy shares how to unlock the reservoir of potential deep within your empath child, despite the negative effects associated with overwhelm. You will discover how to equip your child with the tools they need to navigate this world, not just so they can survive, but so they can thrive in a world that has a limited understanding of who they are. You will gain powerful insight
Detecting and managing overwhelm in empath childrenBullying and empath childrenAdministering gentle disciplineThe relationship between diet and high sensitivityThe power of bedtime routinesImagine a life where your child no longer comes home from school, a friend or relative’s house overwhelmed and emotionally upset. By consistently applying the strategies set out in this book, that’s exactly what you can expect.
You will discover everything you need to bring out the warrior in your empath child so they can start living the empowered life that has been destined for them today.
Discover the Secrets to Raising an Empath Today by Clicking the "Buy now with 1-Click" Button at the Top of the Page.
Do you want to learn the most powerful strategies to cultivate your child’s empathic gift?
As frustrated as you might feel right now, raising an empath child is one of the greatest blessings the universe could have given you.
Empath children are wonderfully powerful creatures and they must be treated as such. As a parent of an empath child, it is essential that you are fully aware of the complexities of this miraculous gift, and how to effectively handle the overwhelm your child will experience as a highly sensitive person.
So how do you ensure that your empath child thrives, while simultaneously managing overwhelm?
In Empath Children, Judy shares how to unlock the reservoir of potential deep within your empath child, despite the negative effects associated with overwhelm. You will discover how to equip your child with the tools they need to navigate this world, not just so they can survive, but so they can thrive in a world that has a limited understanding of who they are. You will gain powerful insight
Detecting and managing overwhelm in empath childrenBullying and empath childrenAdministering gentle disciplineThe relationship between diet and high sensitivityThe power of bedtime routinesImagine a life where your child no longer comes home from school, a friend or relative’s house overwhelmed and emotionally upset. By consistently applying the strategies set out in this book, that’s exactly what you can expect.
You will discover everything you need to bring out the warrior in your empath child so they can start living the empowered life that has been destined for them today.
Discover the Secrets to Raising an Empath Today by Clicking the "Buy now with 1-Click" Button at the Top of the Page.
157 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 21, 2021
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About the author
Judy Dyer
21 books130 followersJudy Dyer is a bestselling author who helps empaths and highly sensitive people manage emotional overwhelm, set firm boundaries, and protect their energy while staying true to who they are.
Her books have sold more than 250,000 copies worldwide, with Empath, The Empowered Empath, and The Highly Sensitive among her most widely read titles. She has a background in psychology and a long-standing focus on emotional sensitivity and regulation.
She is a mother of two young daughters and prioritizes a slower, more grounded way of living.
Learn more at judydyer.com
Her books have sold more than 250,000 copies worldwide, with Empath, The Empowered Empath, and The Highly Sensitive among her most widely read titles. She has a background in psychology and a long-standing focus on emotional sensitivity and regulation.
She is a mother of two young daughters and prioritizes a slower, more grounded way of living.
Learn more at judydyer.com
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June 23, 2021
Excellent resource for those who have, or are highly sensitive (empathic)
by Anonymous
There is so much to appreciate about this book. The author has obviously poured her heart into its research and writing. She has carefully laid out the markers of an empath child, also often called "highly sensitive children". She writes from a place of her own experience growing up as that child. The book is filled with good information and techniques for raising a highly sensitive child. She is mindful of the possible pitfalls with school, friendships, sports, and more. There are a few places wherein I see some unwitting consequences to suggestions she makes. As one who has only begun coming to terms with her own life experiences, I remember too well the mockery when I was "isolated" from classmates. She does caution that not all suggestions will be appropriate for every child, and I certainly agree.
To this day my life challenges have followed me and I still struggle much as I did during childhood and youth. As I read this book, I began to mourn mistakes I made with my own children. Connecting to my past has helped my present so very much. I'm grateful to the author and her colleagues in these studies for giving me insight and tools to use with my grandchildren, as well as those I may encounter.
The content is well organized and so critical for all parents and professionals to absorb. I recommend this book, not only to those who have or were these children, but to all who will encounter them as they grow
by Anonymous
There is so much to appreciate about this book. The author has obviously poured her heart into its research and writing. She has carefully laid out the markers of an empath child, also often called "highly sensitive children". She writes from a place of her own experience growing up as that child. The book is filled with good information and techniques for raising a highly sensitive child. She is mindful of the possible pitfalls with school, friendships, sports, and more. There are a few places wherein I see some unwitting consequences to suggestions she makes. As one who has only begun coming to terms with her own life experiences, I remember too well the mockery when I was "isolated" from classmates. She does caution that not all suggestions will be appropriate for every child, and I certainly agree.
To this day my life challenges have followed me and I still struggle much as I did during childhood and youth. As I read this book, I began to mourn mistakes I made with my own children. Connecting to my past has helped my present so very much. I'm grateful to the author and her colleagues in these studies for giving me insight and tools to use with my grandchildren, as well as those I may encounter.
The content is well organized and so critical for all parents and professionals to absorb. I recommend this book, not only to those who have or were these children, but to all who will encounter them as they grow
June 20, 2021
Every teacher and Mother can use this book:
The book is addresses the full spectrum experience of the child empath. The book is clearly written, based on the author’s own experience and research. The helpful strategies are based on the premise that high sensitivity is not a psychological disorder, it is a personality trait. Empath children particularly need understanding, both from others and for themselves, on how their own traits can be “gifts”. Its value extends beyond the book with a free audio version, Facebook page and support group. I especially appreciated the extra details, like providing examples of films to watch with highly sensitive children
The author has written a very usable reference guide for identifying empath traits, addressing both the advantages and challenges, avoiding harmful mistakes from early bonding as an infant, to how having the right ”label” can help in communicating with the school system, plus dealing with bullying to eating and sleeping and much more. The explanations and strategies in this book help me as both a parent and a teacher, to support all children to be the person they were meant to be, especially those who are highly sensitive.
Disclaimer: I received a free advance copy of this book in exchange for review.
The book is addresses the full spectrum experience of the child empath. The book is clearly written, based on the author’s own experience and research. The helpful strategies are based on the premise that high sensitivity is not a psychological disorder, it is a personality trait. Empath children particularly need understanding, both from others and for themselves, on how their own traits can be “gifts”. Its value extends beyond the book with a free audio version, Facebook page and support group. I especially appreciated the extra details, like providing examples of films to watch with highly sensitive children
The author has written a very usable reference guide for identifying empath traits, addressing both the advantages and challenges, avoiding harmful mistakes from early bonding as an infant, to how having the right ”label” can help in communicating with the school system, plus dealing with bullying to eating and sleeping and much more. The explanations and strategies in this book help me as both a parent and a teacher, to support all children to be the person they were meant to be, especially those who are highly sensitive.
Disclaimer: I received a free advance copy of this book in exchange for review.
June 20, 2021
As a parent of any child, you should read this book.
I have had the opportunity to work with children and parents who have a child who is just a bit different. Some act out others become very quiet but both were very sensitive to others and events occurring around them. I found that all children are like sponges they grab on to feeling and information then they don’t let go but can become completely saturated and completely overwhelmed. I found the author's book to be right on point. Too often a child has been given a title because it easier for the school or parent but it is not easier for the child. Every parent even if the child is not what you want to call an empathy should read this book. It is important to remember every child is a work of art and should be loved and cherished and helped to grow into a person who has a wealth of soul. Excellent book! I did receive a free copy of this book from Booksprout and voluntarily chose to review it.
I have had the opportunity to work with children and parents who have a child who is just a bit different. Some act out others become very quiet but both were very sensitive to others and events occurring around them. I found that all children are like sponges they grab on to feeling and information then they don’t let go but can become completely saturated and completely overwhelmed. I found the author's book to be right on point. Too often a child has been given a title because it easier for the school or parent but it is not easier for the child. Every parent even if the child is not what you want to call an empathy should read this book. It is important to remember every child is a work of art and should be loved and cherished and helped to grow into a person who has a wealth of soul. Excellent book! I did receive a free copy of this book from Booksprout and voluntarily chose to review it.
January 11, 2023
This book is amazing and very insightful!!
EVERY parent Should read this!! It is so helpful for ANY child! NOT just Empath children!! THIS applies to children in general!! I wish I had this book a long long time ago!! Very good read. And very good advice!! I will be recommending this to ALL my friends!!
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EVERY parent Should read this!! It is so helpful for ANY child! NOT just Empath children!! THIS applies to children in general!! I wish I had this book a long long time ago!! Very good read. And very good advice!! I will be recommending this to ALL my friends!!
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June 20, 2021
This is a book that I wished had been written a long time ago so that my parents could have benefitted from it. I now realize that it needed the love, insight and care if Judy Dyer to come to be.
I am an empath. I struggled a lot as a child because I was the only empath within my family. I fell prey to a lot of the toxic beliefs empaths develop when they are forced to develop and grow in an environment that lacks the care and understanding that is desperately needed. As an empath, one would think that when I became a parent and was blessed with my own empathic children, I would understand all their needs and know exactly how to best parent them. While, I do handle certain things better than my parents approach, there was a WHOLE LOT that I still got wrong. It is very easy to do. There is a lot that I needed to unlearn from my childhood and relearn from my soul. While I wish this book had been around when I struggled to parent my oldest child, I am so grateful it is here to help me with my youngest.
Think of this book as a personal coach. Within its pages you will find answers, insight, tips and possibilities for every challenge you may encounter with your highly sensitive child. You can easily feel the time, research and intention that went into every single page. I am a big fan of Judy's work and have read many of her books. I can easily say that this book is special in its insight and approach. It was written to help any and every parent out there, regardless of their experience with sensitive children, how to express the love and care their child needs while giving them the tools and opportunity to thrive in life.
Each chapter addresses the challenges most empaths face. (It was comforting as an empath to know I was not alone in most of them.) She explains each challenge, supplies scientific and medical insight, offers emotional and empathic insight, and presents the parents with available resources and solutions to help overcome these challenges. She does this so well that it's almost like having a Google Map give you directions showing you what to do each step of the way. She lays out all the pros and cons out of everything and gives you the space and encouragement to decide for yourself what is best for your child. It's honestly the most loving thing one can do.
I have dealt with many of the challenges outlined with my own children. I have 5 of them. I can honestly say this book opened me up to new approaches and gave me the reassurance and support I needed to continue on in my parenting journey. I feel confident that by the end of this book, you will feel the same.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I am an empath. I struggled a lot as a child because I was the only empath within my family. I fell prey to a lot of the toxic beliefs empaths develop when they are forced to develop and grow in an environment that lacks the care and understanding that is desperately needed. As an empath, one would think that when I became a parent and was blessed with my own empathic children, I would understand all their needs and know exactly how to best parent them. While, I do handle certain things better than my parents approach, there was a WHOLE LOT that I still got wrong. It is very easy to do. There is a lot that I needed to unlearn from my childhood and relearn from my soul. While I wish this book had been around when I struggled to parent my oldest child, I am so grateful it is here to help me with my youngest.
Think of this book as a personal coach. Within its pages you will find answers, insight, tips and possibilities for every challenge you may encounter with your highly sensitive child. You can easily feel the time, research and intention that went into every single page. I am a big fan of Judy's work and have read many of her books. I can easily say that this book is special in its insight and approach. It was written to help any and every parent out there, regardless of their experience with sensitive children, how to express the love and care their child needs while giving them the tools and opportunity to thrive in life.
Each chapter addresses the challenges most empaths face. (It was comforting as an empath to know I was not alone in most of them.) She explains each challenge, supplies scientific and medical insight, offers emotional and empathic insight, and presents the parents with available resources and solutions to help overcome these challenges. She does this so well that it's almost like having a Google Map give you directions showing you what to do each step of the way. She lays out all the pros and cons out of everything and gives you the space and encouragement to decide for yourself what is best for your child. It's honestly the most loving thing one can do.
I have dealt with many of the challenges outlined with my own children. I have 5 of them. I can honestly say this book opened me up to new approaches and gave me the reassurance and support I needed to continue on in my parenting journey. I feel confident that by the end of this book, you will feel the same.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 23, 2021
Growing up, I felt so alone and unable to talk about everything that I felt. There were things I just knew with no explanation of how I knew them. When I would tell people about my “feelings”, no one would listen. My mother would use my intuition as a toy, to assess the people she would date and then not listen. Having grown up now I wish my parents would of had this book to read. In reading it, I learned a lot about myself and how to parent my empath in a way that helps them learn to manage their gifts. This is an excellent book for the Empath parent and I have recommended it to my friends who are also raising families of empaths. Anxiety has played a huge role in our lives and has proven to be so overwhelming at times. Learning how it can effect us as empaths and ways to help my children cope with their anxiety, it is a relief to me as a parent to learn new ways to help my children on there path. Please if your raising empath or highly sensitive children, check out this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 24, 2021
Lots of information in this book. Many lightbulb moments for me. I don't have children, but believe that I was probably an empathic child. I suffered a lot from overwhelm in situations that other children would take in their stride. I totally relate to being the risk averse child.and the negative effects of overprotective parenting.
Having said that I did not agree with all the author's advice. However, overall, I think this book is worth a read because it gives a new perspective on challenging behaviour and kinder ways of dealing with it. There is such an abundance of helpful advice that the unhelpful parts were, for me, minimal in comparison.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Having said that I did not agree with all the author's advice. However, overall, I think this book is worth a read because it gives a new perspective on challenging behaviour and kinder ways of dealing with it. There is such an abundance of helpful advice that the unhelpful parts were, for me, minimal in comparison.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 19, 2021
It is a book every parent should read. After reading this book: Empath Children, a parent can know whether his/her child is an empath child or not. Severity of mental disorders increases as a child gets older. It is very difficult for a psychiatrist and a psychologist to cure mental disorders of an adult. Hence, it is better for a parent to identify whether his/her child is suffering from mental disorders. The book: Empath Children by Judy Dyer will help parents in understanding their children's mental condition. If required, parents can take benefit of advices by Judy Dyer as advised in her book: Empath Children.
June 23, 2021
An extremely helpful introduction and guide to raising highly sensitive children
This book caused me a nearly sleepless night as I relived much of my childhood through the lens of the highly sensitive child. But much more importantly, it provided insights into why I have bern bothered by the behavior of my granddaughter, a highly sensitive child. First, the descriptions of typical behaviors became clear. Then, the suggestions for how to respond to those behaviors to encourage rather than to discourage her growth provided me with ways to celebrate her personality that I am now eager to put into practice.
This book caused me a nearly sleepless night as I relived much of my childhood through the lens of the highly sensitive child. But much more importantly, it provided insights into why I have bern bothered by the behavior of my granddaughter, a highly sensitive child. First, the descriptions of typical behaviors became clear. Then, the suggestions for how to respond to those behaviors to encourage rather than to discourage her growth provided me with ways to celebrate her personality that I am now eager to put into practice.
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June 9, 2021I found this book to be both informative and sensitive . As an empathetic with a highly sensitive child, I wish that I had read this book much sooner. I was able to understand myself and my journey as well as learn parenting techniques to better support my child. I applaud this author for promoting education around empathy and highly sensitive children. I would recommend this book to parents and educators.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 23, 2021
Understanding how to best deal with your sensitive child can be a challenge, but Judy Dyer has made it much easier by compiling this helpful book of tools and information for parents and other caregivers. Her advice is practical and helpful. With details on dealing successfully with anxiety, anger, bullying and much more this book will no doubt help to improve the lives of many children and adults. I especially like how the author was willing to share her own personal struggles, which made this book feel more personal and less like a textbook. I also really appreciated how the author linked references for scientific studies in the ebook.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 21, 2021
I am a mom of 2 empath children and am one as well. I wish my parents would have had this book when I was growing up, it would have helped me flow through life a lot easier.
This gave me so much info. To understand how to help my kids thrive in life and not feel like they have to be someone they are not or that something is wrong with them. They have a gift and are special and this book with help me treat them that way ♥️
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This gave me so much info. To understand how to help my kids thrive in life and not feel like they have to be someone they are not or that something is wrong with them. They have a gift and are special and this book with help me treat them that way ♥️
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June 24, 2021
Practical stories about how to help highly sensitive children thrive and stop feeling overwhelmed. The intro says “The only way to build an emotional connection with a highly sensitive child is to communicate that you care, want to support them and help them become all they were destined to be without compromising their authentic selves.”
I believe this book has given you what it says to do
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I believe this book has given you what it says to do
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 20, 2021
I am so glad to have read this book. My only wish is that I had this knowledge years ago. At least 3 of my 3 children are, by my reckoning, empath children. To have known how to do this right the first time would have been incredible. Perhaps someday with grandchildren...
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 21, 2021
I have read quite a few articles and readings on this subject but this one had more helpful ideas with recommendations and suggestions that were well thought out. If you have a highly sensitive child, I absolutely recommend this book!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 23, 2021
As an educator of children, I am always looking for new tools to help me serve them better. I have heard of empaths before but have never read anything on empath children. Some of the information overlaps with highly sensitive children and I was happy to see information on how to better understand these children. Clearly written and a quick read.
June 15, 2021
Super excited for this book. Having empath children. This will help them so much . I’ve read the other Empath books and they helped me a great deal
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 19, 2021
Judy Dyer is the real deal. She knows what she's talking about and you can depend on her sage advice. If you or someone you know is an empath, please suggest this book to them.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 23, 2021
This book is very interesting and I couldn't put it down. I learned so much and I suggest anyone that shows interest in this type of thing to def read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 9, 2021
Interesting, but needs more factual evidence.
This book was overall, beneficial. However, the author makes some claims and inferences throughout that should be taken with a grain of salt. Be sure to do some of your own research as well.
This book was overall, beneficial. However, the author makes some claims and inferences throughout that should be taken with a grain of salt. Be sure to do some of your own research as well.
August 21, 2021
Thank you for writing this book.....as a child and adolescent counselor, I often treat children who are empaths and misunderstood......this is a wonderful guide.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 4, 2023
I love that she broke down the mind of a child to see how they begin developing on the path to being an empath.
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