Wow, what an incredible week! Last week was the official release of my new book Your Life In Color. I had a series of TV/radio interviews scheduled, and although I am grateful for these opportunities, I was feeling fairly nervous.

Each interview varied in length from 4 minutes (for a tv interview) all the way up to 2 hours (for a radio show).

Why was I nervous? Well, imagine taking 20 years of your life’s work and writing a book about it.

Now imagine having exactly four minutes to not only explain what the book is about and effectively deliver all of your key points, but to also try and be entertaining while making sense. Even though I do have experience with these kinds of interviews, it is quite a bit to juggle!

There is one other unique thing about being a psychic in these situations. When I do any kind of interview, I’m fully prepared to do a reading for the host and several callers. But I find that the invitation to give readings will come up over and over.

For example I might be doing an interview, and during the commercial break a staff member will walk over and say ‘what’s my color’ or ‘what do you see around me’? While I am flattered by their interest, every time I give a reading I am also connecting to their energy. Doing this repeatedly, and in such a short time frame can be difficult for me. I really want to connect and make everyone happy, but I also have to manage and protect my own energy. If I don’t do this, my intuition can begin to feel out of balance.

This brings me to the idea of energetic boundaries. As an empath or sensitive person, I know that I can not give readings to every single person in that moment. If you listened to some of the interviews you may have actually heard me say, ‘I need to stop taking callers right now’. This simple act is my way of setting energetic boundaries.

Another thing that helps me in these moments is to visualize the color red, which I define as the color of healthy emotional boundaries. Even though people often associate red with love or anger, it actually encompasses all emotions. If I am feeling overwhelmed, red energy helps me quickly check in with my emotional field and decide if I need to pull back.

I must say, I feel really proud about the book launch and all of the interviews. I did my best to express myself clearly, and to also honor my own healthy energy boundaries.

I find that protecting our energy is an important lesson for everyone to learn. We have all been in situations where we give so much to others that we are not looking out for our own wellbeing. Being mindful of how much energy we give out and take in gives us permission to take ownership of our exchanges with other people.

To experiment with red energy, try closing your eyes and visualizing yourself in a rich energy field of ruby red light. Allow this visual to linger for as long as you are comfortable. When you feel like you have really absorbed the color in your mind’s eye, try to check in with your emotional state. Does it feel clear and balanced, or is it murky and out of balance? This is a very quick way of knowing if you need to adjust the amount of energy you are exchanging with others.

Tomorrow on my Hay House radio show I’ll be discussing this very topic. So many sensitive people ask me about energy protection and finding balance.

I truly understand the challenge – but let me tell you first hand it is achievable. I feel certain last week I was able to maintain my center, connect with people and not lose myself, all with the help of color.

Much Love,

P.S., Check out this sweet video that Kurt Becker of Soul Vibe made to review my book! And if you haven’t done so yet, I would be so grateful if you could leave a review of my book on Amazon. It really makes a difference!