Are you afraid of ghosts?
Are you afraid of ghosts? Do you experience symptoms of phasmophobia? There are individuals who believe that spectrophobia also refers to the fear of ghosts. However, its true definition is the fear of mirrors or one's own reflection.
If ghosts are indeed real and exist, I do not believe there is any tangible cause for concern, apart from the well-known adage that fear itself is the sole thing to be feared. I believe ghosts are incapable of causing harm, injury, or death to anyone. Hollywood films and TV shows that portray ghosts as malevolent demonic entities seeking to harm individuals through facial disfigurement or bodily explosions are simply works of fiction. The creators of these ghost or paranormal films and shows have disregarded those who want to scientifically explore, research, and investigate the supernatural and paranormal.
I conducted a personal investigation of a friend's mobile home, which she believed was haunted, in search of potential paranormal activity. During this investigation, I intentionally provoked any ghost or spirit that may have been present. The most unfortunate occurrence that befell me was a minor abrasion on my neck. Was I attacked by a ghost? Or was it something I had done to myself? I am unsure, but I do not recall scratching myself.
If ghosts exist, they may manipulate sufficient energy to scratch, prod, or make physical contact with someone. However, I believe they are not capable of causing any physical harm. It is my belief that ghosts or spirits can manipulate one's mind, particularly if they allow access to their subconscious or manipulate one's fears for their own gain. I would advise anyone who believes their home is being haunted or threatened by malevolent spirits, demons, or other entities to confront them and assertively command them to leave. It is important to make it known to any potential ghosts that you are not afraid. Since fear is what they thrive on.
If you believe it will help, consider seeking guidance from your religion as a person of faith. If you do not adhere to a religious belief, you can rely on your own determination and self-belief. Additionally, there are various books and websites available that can provide guidance on how to perform an exorcism or cleanse one's own home of any malevolent spirits or negative energies that may be present. If you feel threatened by any malevolent spirits, demons, or other supernatural beings, please take it seriously and seek the necessary assistance. If necessary, you may want to contact a reputable paranormal research group. My website contains a list of links, and if you are interested, you may contact me. I may facilitate a connection for you with one located near your residence or place of work.
Psychics and mediums
Psychics and mediums are people who say they can see and talk to ghosts or spirits. I am open-minded about this ability, but I am also a little skeptical, because there are people who might try to take advantage of others' emotions.
If ghosts or spirits continue to exist after our earthly lives, it is possible that some individuals could communicate with them. I have absolutely no idea how this ability would manifest itself. The ability of a psychic or medium to perceive elements of nature beyond the understanding of non-psychics, such as a sixth sense, may be attributed to distinct brain chemistry or structure. I have also heard it said that all of us may have some psychic abilities. Although it may be true, I still have some doubts.
If you are interested in contacting potential ghosts or spirits that may be haunting your residence or workplace, my first and most highly recommended course of action would be to contact a trustworthy and experienced paranormal research team. Most of these teams, consisting of several paranormal investigators or researchers, are usually willing to conduct an investigation at little to no cost. Some even incorporate psychics, mediums and clergy into their investigations, based on the group's practices and your individual preferences. So, before you spend a bunch of money on a psychic, who may be nothing more than a scam artist, contact a reputable paranormal group, and find out what they might have to say about your particular situation. It may be that your home or place of business is not haunted at all. It is possible that your subjective experiences can be attributed to natural and non-paranormal factors, rather than supernatural or otherworldly occurrences.
Why some may fear ghosts
- " A basic fear of the unknown is the first and most common reason. Most of us exhibit some fear when confronted with something we know little or nothing about. Furthermore, I maintain that even those who harbor skepticism or disbelief towards ghosts or the paranormal cannot definitively assert the non-existence of such phenomena. It is likely that even these individuals possess some level of trepidation towards ghosts and the paranormal, whether they acknowledge it or not. The existence of the paranormal, if proven, is beyond the grasp of any living human being to fully comprehend, understand, or explain. Many individuals who study and explore the paranormal and supernatural would acknowledge that there is still much unknown to them. Despite most scientists dismissing the paranormal as a mere product of an overactive imagination, even they are unable to alleviate the fears of those who do believe.
- " It is my belief that the second reason for our fear of ghosts and the supernatural is our innate fear of death and mortality. Ghosts, without a doubt, symbolize death and the mysterious afterlife. The apparitions that we refer to as ghosts may also serve as a symbolic representation of the limbo in which we find ourselves, caught between the physical realm of our mortal existence and the mysterious realm of the afterlife. Additionally, it is my belief that these representations manifest the fear of abandonment or eternal damnation, particularly for individuals with strong religious beliefs who anticipate being either rewarded or punished in the afterlife for their wrongdoings.
- The third reason I believe many of us fear ghosts is due to our innate human fear of darkness or the night. Our prehistoric ancestors had good reason to fear the night. It can be argued that humans, by nature, are not nocturnal beings, and our visual acuity, with its ability to distinguish colors, has not evolved to be proficient in low-light conditions. In prehistoric times, many predators were nocturnal and posed a threat to early humans. As a result, it is plausible that the fear of the dark and of the night developed as a self-defense mechanism for our species, and that this primal fear remains a fundamental instinct. It is common belief that ghosts are only active during the night or at 3 AM, also known as the witching hour. If ghosts exist, which I believe, then it is just as plausible for them to be active during the day as at night. However, our modern culture has led us to believe that they only appear at night.
- The fourth reason, and the most convincing, for our collective fear and fascination with ghosts and other paranormal occurrences, can be attributed to the impact of Hollywood and its depiction of these supernatural entities in mainstream media. Most films that portray the paranormal often depict ghosts as malevolent and demonic beings, with intentions to either possess our souls or inflict extreme and gruesome horror upon us. Throughout the history of cinema, there have been very few instances where ghosts have been positively portrayed, although there have been a handful of exceptions. Furthermore, the depictions of ghosts that deviate from malevolent spirits tend to be centered around love stories or comedic plots.