How to deal with spirits?
Good Evening Magickal Ones!
How to deal with spirits??? :-)
How to get rid of negative spiritual influences and how to protect yourself from them.
When people have problems with spirits, be it a haunting or what not, they are advised to bind the spirit. That is something I would not recommend at all for both beginners and for the first approach to the situation.
There are other, safer and simpler, approaches to a situation like this. Let's get into it.
1. Contacting the spirit
This is the first step I would recommend anyone taking. Whether you want to bind a spirit because it is affecting you or because you think it is " fun " you should always try to contact it first.
When you are being affected by a spirit in a negative way, the spirit might just want something from you that you are not understanding.
It might just want to warn you of something, it might just really need something from you or it might just be feeding off of your energy.
In whatever case, contacting and trying to figure out the source of why that are there is the best way to go.
Now, if you want to bind a spirit for other reasons, I would suggest contacting it as well and see if it is open to the idea.
I would not recommend, ever, you trying to bind a spirit against their own will.
They will fight back if you make them angry and why would you even go against their will anyway?
Just like when a person affects you negatively, you want to know why.
Do the same with spirits, ask them why or what do they want/need from you. Do not be disrespectful to a spirit.
I also recommend is cleansing. Getting rid of that negative energy is what you need as well, for one cannot simply live in an environment filled with negative energy and feel good with it.
Cleansing is something we should do from time to time, as places and even ourselves, accumulate energy as time passes and some of that energy is not always that positive.
There are many ways that you can cleanse yourself and your home, be it with candles, prayers, incenses, herbs, etc
This is the third step I take in case I am being affected - negatively - by a spirit and it refuses to leave.
You are the boss in this situation, you are a witch, you have the power to banish something out of your life that is making you miserable.
Banishing a spirit sometimes is what is necessary. If you have tried it the easy way, tried contacting it and without any results, then banish it.
Just like you would not allow a person to keep bringing you down, why would you allow a spirit to do so?
There are many rituals that you can use to banish a spirit or you can always craft your own, which I think, in my opinion, would be best .
There are many different methods as to which you can go for.
I do not at any point, recommend any of this to beginners. Study, learn, grow.
There are precautions that you can take, not only against spirits but malice in general, it is something I highly recommend anyone doing.
If, you can not protect yourself, then something is really wrong.
Wards are a form of protection against malice/evil. They can be performed by a spell and placed upon a talisman, a sigil, etc, in order to protect someone from something.
Some wards can be temporary and others more to the permanent side.
They can be placed on some structure as well if you want to go with the permanent ones , however one must repeat the warding process for it to actually be more permanent-ish.
There are many plain and easy methods to protect a property/person as well.
Keeping pieces of silver on each corner of a room or a cup filled with water and salt are some of the easiest yet effective methods to protect and absorb negative energy.
There are many plain and easy methods to protect a property/person as well. Keeping pieces of silver on each corner of a room or a cup filled with water and salt are some of the easiest yet effective methods to protect and absorb negative energy.
You can also craft a spell of your own and place it upon a person/property, it is not an uncommon thing to do, let alone that hard.
Blessings,
Rev. Bella Shay
Dealing with spirits and negative spiritual energies can be a challenging experience, especially for those new to spiritual practices. It's essential to approach these situations with respect, patience, and knowledge. Contacting a spirit is a crucial first step to understand its intentions—sometimes spirits communicate warnings or have unresolved needs that once addressed, result in peaceful departure. Once a connection is made, cleansing your space and yourself is an effective way to remove residual negative energy. Common cleansing techniques include burning sage, palo santo, or using incense to purify the environment. Lighting candles and saying prayers or affirmations can also create a protective and positive atmosphere. Incorporating herbs like rosemary, lavender, or basil in your cleansing rituals adds extra energetic benefits. When a spirit refuses to leave after these gentler methods, banishing rituals become necessary. Creating your own banishing ritual tailored to your beliefs and comfort level ensures the process is meaningful and potent. Whether you recite spoken words, perform symbolic gestures, or use protective symbols and talismans, empowering yourself as the ‘boss’ of your spiritual space is fundamental. Beyond dealing with spirits already present, preventing malicious influences in the first place through wards and protective charms is wise. Wards can be drawn as sigils, infused into jewelry, or placed around your home to repel negative energies. Regularly renewing such protections maintains their effectiveness. Simple household tools like placing silver pieces in corners or saltwater cups work to absorb harmful energy naturally. These methods affirm that you can maintain control over your spiritual well-being. Practicing respect towards spirits, learning about different spiritual energies, and respecting your own limits will help you foster a safe environment. Above all, study and self-growth are crucial before attempting advanced practices, ensuring that dealing with spirits is handled responsibly and effectively.
