3 x takeaway 3 rd point I think becomes easier with age, experience and insight. By the time you mentally get there, you have been constantly reminded why it is important to protect yourself from "energy vampires." I used to believe that if I know someone and that person is in disarray, it was my responsibility to help and looking away from someone's problems would be unjust. As soon as you open the door to certain individuals though, they will consume you and in the end, don't help themselves... more3 x takeaway 3 rd point I think becomes easier with age, experience and insight. By the time you mentally get there, you have been constantly reminded why it is important to protect yourself from "energy vampires." I used to believe that if I know someone and that person is in disarray, it was my responsibility to help and looking away from someone's problems would be unjust. As soon as you open the door to certain individuals though, they will consume you and in the end, don't help themselves anyway. You are more invested than them and left exhausted. Thank you for sharing!