In today's fast-paced world, many of us find ourselves constantly bombarded with external stimuli and energy drains that can leave us feeling depleted and overwhelmed. For energy-sensitive individuals, in particular, maintaining a sense of balance and well-being in the face of these challenges is essential. Fortunately, there are a variety of rituals and practices that can help protect your energy and keep you grounded in times of stress.

The role self refers to a set of behavioral coping mechanisms cultivated in early life to secure familial love and acceptance. Meanwhile, Human Design introduces the notion of the not self, characterizing the external energies that condition individuals to behave incongruently with their true selves.

Our personal energy field, or aura, extends several feet beyond our physical body. When we come into contact with others physically (or communicate with them), our energies become enmeshed. There are now two different elements coming into contact, and they'll each have unique reactions.