I'm not sure what's going on with people having powers but there are things I can do with the Force that are similar. It can be controlled depending on what it is, I might be able to help you. Like telepathy, telekinesis, sensing emotions. I haven't gained anything so apparently I'm immune to this....whatever it is.
I did gain somehting today though. I found this little fella in my bathtub. He's a Porg from the island that I lived on before I came here. He also came with a little noted that said his name was Locutus. So yes, I have a pet now. Hopefully Rey's kitten won't try to eat him.