New here with a few questions?

[indy2878]

Hi I have a few questions. Well, okay seriously I have MANY questions about life. But I tend to just pray to God (Jesus Christ) and sometimes he gives me answers in sort of “weird” unexpected ways!

I have this somewhat close friend I talk to on a regular basis and sometimes he tends to talk about esp, psychic related things that I have no clue how to answer. I usually just mention that for me, I just pray the rosary and go to church and try my best to avoid such things. I’m not sure how to put this, but honestly I’ve read about such things in the past and have repented hard to remove such ideas from my mind. But they keep manifesting back into my life somehow… So in a way I’m almost in the same boat and ocean waters as my friend. I have 2 questions regarding this… How do I close up my mind to these psychic, esp experiences and ideas? How do I convince my friend (considering I AM a friend and friends SHOULD help each other) to throw such ideas out of his boat so he doesn’t ride a sinking ship like what I’ve done?

I will give one example of my experiences if you don’t mind… I purchased this reading material from a foreign bookstore and during the next few months I experienced REALLY weird symptoms of rather weird things. Such as having limitless physical and mental energy (kinda like being wired on super caffeine for days), having delusional thoughts and the like and having weird ideas that never manifested before. I’ve been on meds, gone through years of therapy and have tried to live a normal life, but I can’t seem to get this and other such experiences out of my mind. It seems like the “demon” just keeps following me like the “devil’s playground” that people talk about. I pray a ton, go to church regularly, try to receive the sacraments regularly, etc… and still struggle up to this day on this. What else can I do to shut the “demonic doors” that I’ve opened and is it possible to my friend to do the same?

My friend’s family background I think is buddhist or something, so I don’t want to just ask him to convert to roman catholicism as that’s a choice he’ll have to make out of his free will. I can maybe set a good example for him but its such a difficult struggle…

Does anyone know anything about demons in objects? Anyone know prayers that will help shut the door and let me move on with my life? Thanks a million for any answers!

 

[JRKH]

I don’t have the time to offer much here…However I will say that you are doing well by praying to Jesus and also praying the rosary. As to “closing your mind to such things…”, that can be tricky. My advice would be to speak to a good and holy priest. He can work with you over time and in more detail.

The Book in my signature might be of help to you also since it is based on the writings of Catholic mystics. It might provide a bridge between you and your friend.

Peace
James

 

[indy2878]

Cool thanks for the honest response! You led me towards the right source. Yeah, I think you’re talking about me receiving spiritual direction from a priest. Thanks, I’ll look more into this. I’ll also look into the book you recommended. And of course if there’s a friend who’s ALWAYS there, its gotta be Jesus Christ!

 

[JRKH]

Cool thanks for the honest response! You led me towards the right source. Yeah, I think you’re talking about me receiving spiritual direction from a priest. Thanks, I’ll look more into this. I’ll also look into the book you recommended. And of course if there’s a friend who’s ALWAYS there, its gotta be Jesus Christ!

The thing about the book I recommend is that it really is a good “blend” if spirituality along with Church teaching and Scripture. Each of the Saints who’s writings are quoted have been declared “Doctors of the Church”, so (for me at least) there was a wonderful feeling of trust and confidence that what was being conveyed is true and applicable.

As to speaking with a priest/spiritual director, It might take a bit to find one with whom you really click, but it will be well worth the effort. These things take time, prayer, mediation and a willingness to listen for God AND - very importantly - someone you trust who you can “bounce things off of” for guidance. If you have more than one (like your friend AND a catholic spiritual director) it’s even better.

And of course we will be here too. Sometimes, if there are a lot of answers to a question, it can get a bit confusing, but keeping focused on God, on Love and on the desire to Love God and neighbor will help you sort things out.

Peace
James

 

[rhiannonh]

Only thing I can usefully add of help which James has given you some very good advice

Why not buy or make yourself a little bookmark style card that has the image of Jesus or biblical text on it so when you feel your mind is calling you to delve into the psychic realm, you can simply take the card out of your pocket and meditate on that and hopefully you can refocus onto Jesus.

Well done by the way about not wanting to try and actually convert your friend over. If he likes what is happening to you, even through your own struggles that in itself is the best form of adverstisement. Be there as a friend for him but look after you too. Find yourself that Spiritual Director whom you are able to share and grow with.