“Aren’t you afraid when you go into somewhere that’s haunted?”
I get asked this question quite a lot, and my answer is that I would be foolish not to be afraid, within limits, of course. I know never to underestimate any such situation, as that would put me at a serious disadvantage. At the same time, a soldier cannot fight on a front line with hesitation and fear of being hurt.
“Aren’t you afraid when you go somewhere that’s haunted?”
This is a question I am asked with some frequency. My response is that it would be imprudent not to experience a measured degree of fear. Such caution is necessary, as any tendency to underestimate the situation would place me at a distinct disadvantage. At the same time, one cannot function effectively in such circumstances if governed by hesitation or an excessive fear of harm.
I enter the premises carrying only my Bible. I do not rely on sage or other ritual paraphernalia. My approach is grounded in faith and disciplined concentration. I refrain from engaging my psychic faculties until I have conducted a preliminary inspection of the environment in order to assess the nature of the disturbance. I begin with a brief, silent prayer asking for protection and the opportunity to serve. The protection I seek is not limited to physical safety, but extends to any influence that might compromise the integrity of my work.
The primary challenge lies in confronting an unseen presence. At the outset, I have no knowledge of its identity, its intentions, or the cause of its activity. It is therefore necessary to proceed with the assumption that the entity may be of a lower order and potentially deceptive or manipulative. I move methodically through each room, attending to subtle variations in temperature and atmosphere, while maintaining focus and disregarding possible distractions. Upon completing a thorough survey of the property, I note areas that warrant closer attention. I then engage in a structured conversation with the house’s occupants.
During these discussions, individuals typically recount their experiences of disturbances or manifestations. They are often in a heightened state of anxiety, and part of my role is to maintain a sense of calm and reassurance. While I attend carefully to their accounts, I also rely on intuitive perception to assess the situation more fully. It is necessary to consider whether the circumstances may be connected to actions undertaken by one or more occupants, particularly in cases involving uninformed or inappropriate engagement with spiritual practices. Given the range of possible explanations, I make a conscious effort to remain open to multiple interpretations.
Once I determine that the appropriate moment has arrived, I excuse myself and return to the area, or areas, identified as significant. I begin with the Lord’s Prayer. As I become aware of my helpers on the other side, I gradually open my third eye chakra, allowing me to expand my perceptual awareness, and the process begins.
(to be continued)
