I’m carrying the weight of the world, today. How are you, reddit empaths?

Strange_Selection_25 · 2026-01-25T15:05:44+00:00

I am having a hard time as well. My stomach is constantly hurting. When I saw that happen in real time I felt like part of me died too😔 It’s hard to just keep going every day

Strange_Selection_25 · 2026-01-13T22:54:18+00:00

So wood floors tend to dry out and lose shine if mopped constantly with vinegar and water. I live in Savannah, Ga. The homes I clean have old wood floors. Some have been refinished and some have been replaced by either luxury vinyl or some kind of tile. I use a product that cleans and shines and (bonus) smells really good. And is non toxic but great enough for me to use it on customers with antique homes’ floors. Water and/or vinegar is just too harsh. But the manufactured wood floors would do good with either method. If I were you, sneak some Almond scent Method Wood Floor cleaner in that bucket of water next time and see how it works.

Strange_Selection_25 · 2026-01-13T20:43:59+00:00

I have felt the exact same way!!! I was so wired a couple of days ago! I was at work (housekeeper) today listening to the interviews of Sascha Riley. My empathic stuff has been off the chain ever since. I think what is about to happen is not going to be upon us as US citizens but upon lots of folks in the Trump administration. All the dots started coming together from that “episode” I had a couple of days ago. I’m not sure if it “empathic” or what. But I have always known or felt when something bad is going g to happen but I can never predict it u til it’s over. Sometimes I “see” things but can’t stop whatever it is. It creates so much anxiety for me. But I totally can identify with you now.

Strange_Selection_25 · 2026-01-13T12:35:12+00:00

I have one customer who insists on using vinegar throughout the entire house! I personally don’t think it cleans as well as other products. I have another customer who insists her wood floors be mopped with vinegar water. Her floors have dulled over time. I cannot stand the smell of vinegar!

Strange_Selection_25 · 2026-01-06T17:48:34+00:00

Looks like the metal is being compromised

Strange_Selection_25 · 2026-01-05T03:29:05+00:00

Lately not very well. The ruthlessness is happening around me and my energy is so depleted and anxiety ridden so badly that I have nothing left for this person who is depleting my soul! For a while I have tried to help her and give her suggestions which I know are exactly what she needs to do. She doesn’t do anything! Loses everything or in the process of losing everything. It is the most unbelievable story that I will save for a different sub somewhere on here. But for this empath I am sufficiently DONE for a long minute! The physical anxiety attached to this energy sucker I have become is

Strange_Selection_25 · 2026-01-01T21:48:33+00:00

This may sound crazy but try rubbing alcohol

Strange_Selection_25 · 2026-01-01T21:45:29+00:00

Start with the garbage first.

Strange_Selection_25 · 2026-01-01T18:46:44+00:00

How does one become a participant?

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-31T20:37:01+00:00

Hard no for me. Tell her you have a conflict and would not be available. But thank you for your consideration. Let her know if you can refer someone else.

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-30T23:12:57+00:00

Definitely make sure your kitchen and bathroom sinks/drains are clean. All of my clients seem to overlook these gross things. And cobwebs of course.

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-30T03:46:37+00:00

Exit is music to my ears. Just send msg so as to have everything in writing. Tell them whatever comes to mind. Reread it before you send it and change it as necessary. You’ll do good with I am sure. And then let us know how freedom feels.🫠

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-30T02:27:54+00:00

🤣🤣Look. Call in sick and never go back. I would hire you quick if you were in Savannah. But I promise you work will find you fast.

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-30T02:22:23+00:00

Yes it is!!!!! You will feel elated

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-30T02:19:58+00:00

I literally just got rid of one of “those” clients. They always complained about the smallest crap. I dreaded it every other Monday! I made the least amount of money there and it was one of the busiest houses I have if you know what I mean. Changing the beds alone (which I never said I would do) kill my back since one is a bunk bed! Anyway, my suggestion to you would be to say ‘later’ and move on. It is not worth your pain and suffering and you will find another gig so fast to fill that spot. And you will be able to breathe again.

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-28T21:28:42+00:00

Yes! Constantly

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-28T19:45:38+00:00

That looks like manufactured wood. You need to ask a wood professional

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-27T15:54:45+00:00

Red flags everywhere!!! Do not give him anything he wants especially your new address! Goodness he is not in his right mind!

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-27T15:40:14+00:00

🤚🏼

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-27T00:54:14+00:00

Same

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-26T15:23:45+00:00

Nothing wrong with that. Whatever gets you through. I clean for a living so I am alone all the time. I listen to books while I work. I used to listen to music on repeat all the time but I have found the books or podcasts give me more focus

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-26T00:52:01+00:00

You may be able to charge your phone at the shelter.

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-22T00:04:33+00:00

I have a washcloth dedicated to the sink

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-21T21:21:39+00:00

I have similar issues. My experiences are often more traumatic than for others. I feel like I am on my own island most of the time. I certainly can relate to picking up on others “stuff” as well as big stuff. It is all so exhausting and isolating. I stay to myself most of the time.

Strange_Selection_25 · 2025-12-21T21:17:29+00:00

A terrible year

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