This weekend, we attended a backyard party. It was a familiar group of people there, many of whom I don't care for, but a few of us formed a nice little group, with our own live music entertainment, and overall had a very pleasant afternoon. By the time we got home, however, I felt sick and had a very upset stomach. After about an hour being at home and sitting on our back patio, I felt perfectly fine again. I don't know what I picked up on, but this happens to me repeatedly at gatherings. It's very rare that I don't come home feeling sick, in spite of eating/not eating, enjoying/not enjoying and all other considerations.
I am finally going to put this down to energies I am picking up. I don't consider myself an empath, although for sure I am very empathetic. It's also not that I am necessarily uncomfortable in the setting. It must be toxic debris from others. I should probably work on shielding. Would love to hear your thoughts and your own experiences in large groups.