What is a Spiritual Attack

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I have seen this term used quite often in the forums, but I’m not quite sure what, from a Catholic persepctive, it means. What is it, and how does one know if one is under attack?
 
Spiritual attacks can come in many forms. They can take the form of doubts, lack of desire for prayer, temptations to despair, serious sin, etc. Some people (St. John Vianney is an example, were literally subjected to physical attacks, such as violent movements of their bed, home, etc. If you think you’re being attacked, the best initial defense is prayer, and possibly asking your priest to bless your home. If it remains an issue, especially if there are physical manifestations, DEFINITELY talk to a priest.
 
I noticed some time ago that whenever I prayed more frequently and more intensely, or introduced new devotions, something strange or even bad would happen. I sometimes even felt a weird presence around me. I suspected I was under spiritual attack. Apparently it is quite common and the more we try to be faithful and holy the more we are attacked.
 
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