Psychic Vampirism Part I
"Occasionally, the underdeveloped aura system with deficient energy resources will acquire an adaptive pattern of habitually invading the aura systems of others and drawing energy from them. This phenomenon, which we previously referred to as psychic vampirism for lack of a better term, results in an immediate surge of new energy for the so-called psychic vampire and a marked depletion of energy for the host victim. Although the typical vampire interaction will last only minutes at most, the residual effects on the victim, which can include dizziness, loss of energy, muscle tension, difficulty concentrating, headaches, and nausea, can last for days. Repeated vampire attacks can lead to chronic fatigue, sleep distrubances, irritability, depressed mood and even physical illness in the host victim.
Psychic vampirism is probably far more widespread that is generally realied. We have all experienced social interactions that seemed to drain us of our energies, and we may know individuals who habitually tire or wear down people around them. Even during brief, casual encounters, the experienced psychic vampire can lock into our energy system and rapidly exhaust our energy resources. Though we may not have attributed our energy loss in these situaltions to psychic vampirism, we probably became somewhat more guarded in similar future interactions.
As a group, psychic vampires are quite varied in the personal traits and behavioral patterns. Many of them fit the so-called "smooth operator" stereotype. They are sometimes without scrupples, and can stoop to almost any means to meet their energy needs. They can appear passive and reserved, effectively disguising any inclination toward vampirism, but when the situation demands it, they can be overly assertive and even intimidating. They may actively prey on the vunerabilities of others, poised to strike at the opportune moment, or they may manipulate their target victim through claims of "special gifts or powers." In the work setting, they are usually difficult to work with. They are usually inconsistent in their job performance, often alternating between high efficiency and total ineffectiveness.
Despite their disguises, psychic vampires are typically insecure and vulnerable. Although they may display an air of sef-importance, they operate from a position of weakness, not power. They usually have limited insight into themselves, and they are quick to pass judgments on people around them. They often complain about being treated unfairly, while at the same time, they are characteristically self-centered and inconsiderate of others. Their personal relationships are typically unstable. Many of them meet the criterian for a personality disorder, with such syptoms as emotional insecurity, difficulty controlling anger, poor self-image, and a weak sense of self. They often harbor smoldering hostility, which from time to time, will explode in an outburst of anger." They are found in all career settings, those that set themselves up as self-anointed "experts," who overstate their qualifications, challenging anyone who threatens their postion of power or authority seem especially prone to vampirism.
(Part II to follow tomorrow)
Majority of text taken from: "Aura Energy" by Joe H. Slate, Ph.d
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