Such a great question Hermina! For, I realized I awakened because my thoughts and how I was living was different from everyone else I was hanging with. I love working with angels, crystals, cards, spirit, you know, all the woo-woo as they call it. Friends dropped off because they "didn't get me" but the new ME felt great! It's high vibration thinking, connecting with nature and being open to chatting with spirit. It's small baby steps that all add up.

I'd say that you are definitely an empath and pick up on many things others don't - are you very sensitive? That is another sign of awakening. Also, compare yourself from now to about 3-4 years ago. A significant difference, don't you think?