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Highly sensitive people—or empaths—see life through the eyes of compassion and caring. They were born that way. As a result, they carry a tremendous amount of inner light. But they’re also the favored prey of "vampires" who feed off empaths’ energy and disrupt their lives on every level—physical, emotional, and financial.In Dodging Energy Vampires, Christiane Northrup, M.D., draws on the latest research in this exciting new field, along with stories from her global community and her own life, to explore the phenomenon of energy vampires and show us how we can spot them, dodge their tactics, and take back our own energy. You’ll delve into the dynamics of vampire-empath relationships and discover how vampires use others’ energy to fuel their own dysfunctional lives. Once you recognize the patterns of behavior that mark these relationships, you’ll be empowered to identify the vampires in your life too.In these pages, Dr. Northrup opens up a toolbox full of techniques you can use to leave these harmful relationships behind; heal from the darkness they’ve cast over your mind, body, and spirit; and let your own light shine. In the end, you may find yourself healthier, happier, wealthier, and more vibrant than you ever believed possible.
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Christiane Northrup, M.D., board-certified ob/gyn, former assistant clinical professor of ob/gyn at the University of Vermont College of Medicine, New York Times best-selling author, is a visionary pioneer in women’s health. After decades on the front lines of her profession as a practicing physician in obstetrics and gynecology, she is now dedicating her life to helping women truly flourish by learning how to enhance all that can go right with their bodies. Dr. Northrup is a leading proponent of medicine that acknowledges the unity of mind, body, emotions, and spirit. Internationally known for her empowering approach to women’s health and wellness, she teaches women (and many men) how to thrive at every stage of life and encourages them to create health on all levels by tuning in to their inner wisdom.As a business owner, physician, former surgeon, mother, writer, and speaker, Dr. Northrup acknowledges our individual and collective capacity for growth, freedom, joy, and balance. When she’s not traveling, Dr. Northrup loves devoting her leisure time to dancing Argentine tango, staying fit through Pilates and resistance stretching, going to the movies, getting together with friends and family, potluck dinners, boating, process painting, and reading.Dr. Northrup stays in touch with her worldwide community through her Internet radio show, Flourish!, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, her e-letter, and her website, www.drnorthrup.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hay House Inc.
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 17, 2018
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Standard Edition
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 248 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1401954774
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1401954772
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.81 x 0.86 x 8.75 inches
  • Best Sellers Rank: #879,249 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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    Christiane Northrup, M.D., visionary pioneer in women's health, is a board-certified ob/gyn, former assistant clinical professor of ob/gyn at the University of Vermont College of Medicine, and three-time New York Times bestselling author of Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom, The Wisdom of Menopause and Goddesses Never Age: The Secret Prescription for Radiance, Vitality, and Well-Being. In 2013, Reader's Digest named Dr. Northrup one of the "100 Most Trusted People in America." Her books, Making Life Easy: A Simple Guide to A Divinely Inspired Life (Hay House, 2016), and Dodging Energy Vampires (Hay House, April 2018) were immediate successes, both offering Dr. Northrup's advice and perspective regarding "upstream" preventive medicine.

    Internationally known for her empowering approach, Dr. Northrup embraces medicine that acknowledges the unity of mind, body, emotions, and spirit, and teaches women to create health by tuning into their inner wisdom. As a business owner, physician, former surgeon, mother, writer, speaker, and, according to Miriam Ava Ph.D., a "rebel, rock star and authority on what can go right with the female body," Dr. Northrup acknowledges our individual and collective capacity for growth, freedom, joy, and balance. And after decades spent transforming women's understanding of their sacred bodies and processes, she now shows women how to thrive at every stage of life.

    In 2016, Dr. Northrup was named one of Oprah Winfrey's Super Soul 100, a group of leaders who are using their voices and talent to awaken humanity. In 2018, Dr. Northrup received the first Mind/Body Healing award, a special category within the New Thought Walden Awards, honoring those who use empowering spiritual ideas and philosophies to change lives and make the planet a better place. In 2020 and 2021 Dr. Northrup was named in the Watkins Spiritual 100, a list of living people that make a unique and spiritual contribution on a global scale.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Customers find this book informative and well-written, with one review noting its helpful academic psychology references and definitions. Moreover, they appreciate its practical advice and easy-to-follow writing style, making it a quick and engaging read. Additionally, the book helps readers become more aware of their own energy and puts energy vampires in their place, making it particularly valuable for deeply sensitive individuals.
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158 customers mention content, 155 positive, 3 negative
Customers find the book amazing and inspirational, with one mentioning it's life-changing material.
Great book! Will definitely open your eyes and help you live your life differently. A must read for any empath that blames themselves.Read more
Excellent book! At first I thought it might not be a good fit, but I was soon proven wrong....Read more
...I just read an amazing book that explains SO much about my own emotional pattern and my interactions with others....Read more
This was a great read. Lots of practical advice but some can be a bit misleading such as the advice given about immunizations....Read more
104 customers mention informative, 98 positive, 6 negative
Customers find the book informative and insightful, describing it as a huge revelation and amazing research. One customer particularly appreciates the academic psychology references and definitions provided.
...2 diabetic, I found the information on the monks in Tibet to be very enlightening....Read more
...I found the book to be informative and easy to read. Dr. Northrup provided much needed information for people....Read more
...who is constantly finding myself drained by toxic people, it was validating and very supportive to realize that I was in good company....Read more
It is a very well written book, with great content an valuable information.Read more
42 customers mention practical advice, 41 positive, 1 negative
Customers find the book's advice practical and helpful, with one customer noting how it guided them at 50 years old.
...health of people, Her writing style is factual, comforting and helpful. Her research is the latest. A helpful read.Read more
This book is very helpful for those of us that deal with toxic people. Narcissism/sociopathism, etc.,...Read more
The first half was very useful and thought provoking. The later section a bit too new age.Read more
This book is filled with valuable information and practical advice....Read more
20 customers mention writing style, 17 positive, 3 negative
Customers appreciate the writing style of the book.
This is a very informative book and well written. This book keeps your interest and is right on. It's important work, everyone should read this....Read more
This is a very well written and easy to read book with in depth descriptions from an author who holds advanced degrees....Read more
...I also love Dr. Northrup's writing style, easy to read and understand, some kind of just like having a conversation with her....Read more
It is a very well written book, with great content an valuable information.Read more
18 customers mention energy awareness, 15 positive, 3 negative
Customers appreciate the book's approach to energy awareness, with several noting how it helps put energy vampires in their place. One customer mentions becoming more aware of their own energy, while another provides tips for identifying energy traps.
This book is immensely helpful in identifying and removing any energy vampire in your life, as well as more quickly spotting the next one who comes...Read more
...This book outlines some great ways to disconnect from energy vampires and what to expect when you do. Spoiler alert -- it's hard! and depressing!...Read more
Much needed information contained in this book about dealing with people that drain your energy, leaving you feeling miserable, tired, exhausted...Read more
...After reading this, an empath will start to reclaim their energy and reclaim their life and their own power, allowing them to live a more...Read more
16 customers mention readability, 15 positive, 1 negative
Customers find the book easy to follow and understand, with one customer noting it's a quick read.
This book I highly recommend. This book was highly researched and easy to read. A lot of food for thought.Read more
Great read. Easy to understand and retain information. Love Dr. Northrup. She is a gift to the world.Read more
...It is also clearly written and a very quick read, you can easily go through it in about a week. Just excellent.Read more
This is a very well written and easy to read book with in depth descriptions from an author who holds advanced degrees....Read more
11 customers mention sensitivity, 9 positive, 2 negative
Customers appreciate the book's sensitivity, finding it deeply relatable, with one customer noting it's a must-read for empath personalities.
...They were very relatable. She is open, honest, real, and seemed sincere in wanting to help others heal....Read more
...Well written, and relatable. I got so much information in the first few pages, I had to take some time off to reflect....Read more
...The wisdom, personal experience and practical advice r. Northrup gives in this book is self-empowering, and can lead to healing and wholeness when...Read more
...full of useful information, especially if you’re an empath or highly sensitive person, or a person seeking to raise their personal vibration that...Read more
7 customers mention value for money, 6 positive, 1 negative
Customers find the book worth the money, with one describing it as "worth its weight in gold."
This book is absolutely incredible, and well worth the time....Read more
...So informative that I bought a copy to keep. Worth the price.Read more
...Spoiler alert -- it's hard! and depressing! and completely worth it!! :) I just cannot overstate how helpful this book has been....Read more
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This book reads as truth for empath's and it confirms that my book DADDY THROWS ME IN THE AIR is right on target. I read DODGING ENERGY VAMPIRES in two days.. and will reread it often. It defines how I have felt my whole life. I always enjoy Dr. Northrup's books and have several. She got me through menopause with out using hormones or listening to my dr. I sailed through it then my reg doc asked how I keep so healthy... HA!
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  • Hardy Girl
    5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you Dr. Northrup
    Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2026
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    This book has so many wonderful & interesting insights - a great reminder of the light within ; loaded with lots of practical wisdom.
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  • Gingerbread
    5.0 out of 5 stars You aren't alone! You aren't crazy! PLEASE don't miss this book!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2018
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    It would be hard for me to distill down my journey toward realizing I am an empath into something that would fit in a review, but it's a journey that hasn't been easy. For the youngest part of my life I thought I was unlovable. Then I thought I did everything wrong, AND I was still unlovable. If people loved me, they'd care for me the way I cared for them... Wouldn't they? After I finally shed those lies, I thought my problem was that I had anxiety, and of course the first thing doctors wanted to do was give me medication that would "fix" me. My system is far too sensitive though, and the medications messed me up so badly I had to go off of them instantly.

    And the story goes on. Doesn't it for all of us? It wasn't until I turned to holistic medicine that I finally calmed my mind enough to tune into myself, and then myself in relation to the world around me, and only then did I finally realize I can sense energy, and that I have an energy of my own. For over a year now I've been reading and reviewing books about anxiety, thinking all the while that I was making progress, but I knew as soon as I saw this book that it would offer me something different, and it did!

    It gave me explanations for my life. It explained away the insanity. The feelings of exhaustion, confusion, and frustration. It made me realize I am not alone... there are others like me out there, a LOT of them... and I never had anxiety, or suicidal depression, and I'm not crazy. I actually was profoundly lucky to not marry an energy vampire. My husband normally has a very calm energy. He's relaxed, fun, and funny. (My energy vampires have always been, sadly, other wounded souls who have attached to me as their lifeline, and ended up sucking me dry.) But he doesn't believe in any of this, at ALL, and for far too long I've let his skepticism keep me from exploring who and what I am.

    Well no more. This book was amazing, and I can't possibly recommend it enough for anyone who wants to learn about empaths, or who suspects they are one. You aren't alone! You aren't crazy! Healing and peace are possible, and this book is the perfect place to start, so PLEASE don't miss it!!!
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  • Susan M. Baumann
    5.0 out of 5 stars An Empath’s Survival Guide
    Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2018
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    Northrup’s book is engaging and accessible. It provides straightforward information, wise insights, immeasurable comfort and overdue validation to empaths, sensitives and intuitives, who are often plagued repeatedly by the “energy vampires” in their lives and wonder why. An “energy vampire” evokes to mind either a charming, stealthy predator or annoying acquaintance who constantly monopolizes your valuable time and saps your energy reserves. What Northrop is really referring to are character-disordered individuals on the personality disorders spectrum, re: narcissism, borderline personality disorder, sociopathy and psychopathy. Depending on where a person falls on the spectrum, a “vampire” can be self-absorbed, critical, manipulative, devious or devoid of empathy or a conscience. The strength of Northrup’s book is that it provides the reader with the confirmation that they have long-suspected to be true, that giving, open-hearted people are often the unwitting targets of these dark, relentless perpetrators. Northrup combines solid research and personal examples that demonstrate the unhealthy dynamic that exists between highly sensitive people and these covert manipulators with ulterior motives. Most importantly, the book explains how to remove or limit the exposure to these toxic people and establish stronger boundaries. Additionally, Northrup explores the link between the psychological warfare inflicted by these individuals and the development of subsequent physical illness. This is an instantly absorbing read, that will particularly resonate with anyone who has encountered one of these disturbing souls. My only criticism is that the term “vampire” tends to dilute the seriousness of these truly dangerous people. While it is apt and accurate that they can indeed siphon the life energy and resources from their victims, it cannot be overstated how much of a genuine and ominous threat these individuals can potentially pose. A great read.
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Nasty Narcissistic No-Good’s
    Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2019
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    Dr. Northrup’s has done some fascinating work to date on the health effects of living with a narcissist from an empath’s perspective. In this short book, she identifies both personality types and explains why empaths, particularly a certain type of empath, are vulnerable to a narcissist’s bullshit charm.

    She also explains how to disengage from narcissistic relationships even if the narcissist is a parent or one’s own child. She offers plenty of self-care modalities and plenty of resources for support. The identification of the narcissist personality is relatively new to our lexicon. The education in identification, the physical and mental signs to look out for when you’re a narcissist’s presence, and how to evade them without sacrificing your health and well-being are is critical in a world where they walk among decent people.

    The aspect of her message I appreciate most is her declaration that not all people are good. Some are evil and out to get what they want no matter what the cost to others. A faulty belief system is the empath’s biggest downfall and Northrup nails it here. Time to turn the bloodletting back on those vampires. Let them bleed out.

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    5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for anyone in a draining relationship
    Reviewed in Australia on August 30, 2022
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    Excellent insights into coercive control situations. and importantly, how to deal with them in a way that can revive ones own power without exploding situations. People are usually in difficult relationships because they are soft hearted and hate conflict - that's OK, you don't have to be as aggressive and abusive as the difficult partner to get out of their control, it can be done effectively with an understanding of some of the insights in this book. Let them be who they are, you be who you are and stop feeding them. Great strategies to think about.
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  • sneha
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome read.
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    I have been struggling with vampires most of my life. This book definitely gave me my answers in the most wonderful and precise method. I liked the way the author keeps including techniques and tricks to use as tools for an empath. I believe the lord led me to this book.
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  • Luzia Domesle
    5.0 out of 5 stars life changing!
    Reviewed in Germany on May 5, 2018
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    this book was for me the right help in real emergency and it assists me to help others too in my profession as a psychotherapist. Even as a professional it is easy to get trapped in a toxic relationship. It helps to identify the issues in such relationships and encourages to set boundaries and to go for help outside and also to heal your own deep wounds. The book deals in an easily understandable way with severe personality disorders that make even experienced therapists throw the towel. It would be fine to translate the book in some other languages as German, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian and add international ressources that are relevant for Europeans too.
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    Reviewed in Brazil on August 20, 2021
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    Achei o livro meio viagem, com uma pegada de feminismo exagerado e vitimismo. De leitura cansativa e muito previsível. Quase não consegui terminar de ler.
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  • gloria mariscal
    5.0 out of 5 stars buenisimo de la a a la z
    Reviewed in Mexico on June 25, 2018
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    buenisimo y muyclaro , es una guia ideal para identificar si eres empath .. y ver como hacerle con los vampiros...............
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