Virtually everyone in the world has endured days where they don’t feel at their best or can’t explain why they are struggling. Some people dismiss these emotions as something that occurs from time to time, but people connected to the spiritual world often believe that a low mood or illness is related to how someone else feels about them.
Psychic attacks are a commonly held belief in the spiritual community. The thoughts of others, deliberate or not, can transfer to another person, which can negatively influence a person’s life.
It is not out of the question to assume that some people are more likely to experience this situation than others. This article examines psychic attacks, the leading symptoms, their dangers, and whether narcissists are more likely to suffer from this condition.
What are psychic attacks?
A psychic attack refers to using psychic or paranormal means to inflict harm or damage on a person’s mental or physical well-being. This can include telepathy, energy manipulation, and spell casting. A psychic attack is often associated with certain spiritual or occult beliefs, and its existence is not scientifically proven.
Some sources, including The College of Psychic Studies, believe that psychic attacks can be deliberate and accidental. In the case of an accidental psychic attack, thoughts or feelings towards a person transfer to them. An example would be Person A worries about Person B, and then Person B feels anxious or worried, which is an accidental transference of the emotions felt by Person A.
While this school of thought creates more leeway for how these emotions are inflicted on others, not always relating to a physical attack, it creates concern in determining how or from where the attack arose. If psychic attacks only arose from an enemy or someone wishing ill on someone, it would be easier to draw up a list of potential culprits.
However, given friends, family members or loved ones might be responsible for an accidental transference of emotions, a list of possible perpetrators is harder to compile. Also, the victim of a psychic attack is unlikely to wish to pursue or press charges against someone who has a genuine concern for them.
Signs of a psychic attack
It is vital to spot the signs of a psychic attack, and various sources cite similar symptoms likely to be felt by a victim.
The Mystic Mag website, in an article written by Lillian MacLean, a practising psychic and astrologer, cites seven signs of a psychic attack:
- Persistent Physical Illness
- Difficulty with Mental Illness
- Unexplainable Fears and Phobias
- Constant Physical Exhaustion
- Intrusive Negative Thoughts
- Nightmares and Night Terrors
- Facing a String of Bad Luck
The Gaia website cites the following five signs:
- Disabling fear or anxiety
- Nightmares or night terrors, often involving attacks
- Extreme fatigue
- Emotional or spiritual paralysis
- Questioning your path, values or sanity
Of course, these symptoms can arise for many reasons, and many critics point to the existence of psychic attacks as not scientifically proven. Their alleged effects are overlooked by mainstream medicine. While some individuals may believe that they have experienced a psychic attack, these symptoms could relate to anxiety or other psychological factors.
Are psychic attacks common?
Iain Balmain the Psychic Advisor states that the problem in determining how common psychic attacks relate to the symptoms is that many people might be unaware they are enduring a psychic attack. Given the stated signs by those advocating psychic attacks, a victim might believe they are unwell, ill, feeling stress or anxiety for any number of reasons, or possibly even suffering from depression.
People with a genuine interest in psychology, astrology and the spiritual world are far more likely to believe that they are the victim of a psychic attack.
Are psychic attacks dangerous?
Given the symptoms and the impact these states have on people, there is no denying anyone experiencing these emotions could be at risk.
A 2016 study titled “Increased mortality among people with anxiety disorders: total population study” by Sandra M. Meier, PhD, Manuel Mattheisen, MD, Ole Mors, PhD, Preben B. Mortensen, DrMedSc, Thomas M. Laursen, PhD, and Brenda W. Penninx, PhD stated a clear conclusion.
“Anxiety disorders significantly increase mortality risk. Comorbidity of anxiety disorders and depression played an important part in the increased mortality.”
A 2015 study titled “Excess mortality due to Depression and Anxiety in the United States: Results from a Nationally Representative Survey ”, published by Laura A. Pratt, PhD, corresponding authors Benjamin G Druss, MD, MPH, Ronald W. Manderscheid, PhD, and Elizabeth R. Walker, PhD, MPH, MAT had similar findings.
Its conclusion states, “Anxiety/depression presents a mortality burden at both an individual and population level. Our findings are consistent with targeting health behaviours and physical illnesses as strategies for reducing this excess mortality among people with anxiety/depression.”
Of course, this is also true for symptoms associated with psychic attacks, so it would be wrong to dismiss the associated risk of these attacks; you must view the overall statistics in line with other factors which might cause this outcome.
For people suffering from this condition, it is highly concerning and a significant issue to contend with, likely affecting their health and well-being.
Narcissists as the victims of a psychic attack
When focusing on narcissists, there is a need to consider this group of people as potential victims and perpetrators.
Is there a group of people more likely to be victims of psychic attacks?
Given the potential for all people to attack this nature, there is an equal likelihood that people of all ages and backgrounds are potential victims of this form of assault.
Of course, as stated previously, people who are aware of psychic capabilities and who believe in spiritual acts are far more likely to consider themselves a victim of this assault than someone who doesn’t believe in the spiritual realm.
Are narcissists more likely to be victims of a psychic attack?
When it comes to a deliberate attack, if a narcissist angers or offends someone to the degree that they would carry out this form of assault, you would say they are potential victims. The most common traits of narcissism can often annoy, offend or minimise others, which could increase the likelihood of an attack.
There is also the fact that people who are worried about a friend or loved one showing signs of narcissism could accidentally transform this energy into a narcissist.
Fulham Consulting cites 12 signs of narcissism, and for the fifth sign, Lack of Empathy, the site states, “At the same time, narcissists are highly attuned to perceived threats, anger, and rejection from others.”
In this regard, a narcissist might be more likely to experience and perceive threats and anger from others, which makes psychic attacks a concern for people with these traits.
However, the same source cites fear and shame as signs of narcissism, which creates a crossover with some of the common symptoms felt by someone enduring a psychic attack.
How can narcissists reduce the likelihood of suffering a psychic attack?
Teal Swan was ranked 19th on The Watkins Most Spiritually Influential Living People in 2019 and runs a YouTube channel with more than 1.5m subscribers. In a video about psychic attacks, Teal details the following ways to protect yourself from these attacks, neutralising their impact:
- White sage planted around your house pressed onto your pulse points or by using a smudge stick– this is because white sage is known as a neutraliser of negative energy
- Hold minerals like black tourmaline, obsidian, pyrite, moldavite, spirit quartz, fire agate and chiastolite, all known for deflecting negative energy
- Similarly, some herbs and plants are known for their ability to deflect negative energy, including sage, rosemary, eucalyptus, frankincense, oregano, clove, lavender, juniper, ylang-ylang, tea tree and sandalwood
- Visit with energy worker experts who are known for their cleansing capabilities and experience in dealing with psychic attacks
- Visit with spiritual psychologists who can assist you in becoming conscious of your subconscious, as well as helping you recognise unhealthy patterns in your life
Teal Swan also provides spells that protect against negative energy, so this activity will likely bring comfort and peace of mind when dealing with psychic attacks.
Are narcissists more likely to carry out a psychic attack?
Some common narcissistic traits might mean a person feels negatively towards others, especially in comparison with themselves. Concerning psychic attacks, this could heighten the likelihood of a narcissist carrying out an accidental psychic assault on others.
However, while sometimes a narcissist will be unhappy with others, their primary focus is on themselves. This could make them less likely to seek retribution against others, so they are more likely to be victims rather than perpetrators of a psychic attack.
There is a diverse range of opinions on the validity and impact of psychic attacks, but for those who believe in spiritual acts, they are a concern. Given narcissists’ interactions with others, it is not out of the question for others to perpetrate a damaging assault on them.
Therefore, narcissists who believe in the spiritual realm and psychic acts would be advised to prepare themselves for this sort of attack from time to time.
