Nothing to fear

" I grew up hearing the elders speak about nature spirits, for instance, little creatures about two feet tall,that scamper through the forest. I heard tales about people using their spiritual energies to overcome physical obstacles that frustrated non-Indians." Tom Hathaway , Mohawk


Many times we experience movement out of the corner of our eye. We don't so much see something as know something moved. Sometimes our animals act strangely or stare together at something we cannot see. Sometimes we hear a noise that we can identify, but don't know why it would be happening at that time, like footsteps when no one else is there. Sometimes things disappear, only to reappear a few days later in a different location.

These things can startle you, no doubt. They can annoy you and your animals, but they rarely cause harm. Mischievous yes, malicious , no...unless you are disrespectful to them. They are many things, but most usually Nature Spirits. It is easy to keep them happy. Keep a green space, take care of your property, welcome birds, animals, and bugs into your yard. Keep it clean and groomed. There are times when these mischievous little fellows visit the human side of things just for fun. Their fun can drive us crazy! They can attach to possessions, come to you for help or to send messages.

Rarely is the unseen world dangerous to the average person. People who seek out spirits (especially where there are issues), cleanse homes, help people who are emotionally disturbed, or work in dark energy, are more apt to get scratched, pinched, hit, tripped, pushed or shoved. It happens. One important thing to remember, is that we usually have a say over it. A simple "Stop it right now!" Usually works wonders. Demonic energy is a whole other story, but an energy that many never encounter in their lifetime, you have to seek it out.

People who were nasty, mean , insane, while they were alive, will be so in death, unless they completely cross over. Those types of personalities rarely do cross as they are afraid of what awaits on the other side, like a punishment in a fiery hell. Instead they hang out between worlds. Yet to fear them is unnecessary. Just get rid of them. You can usually do it on your own, and SHOULD do it on your own, it works much better that way.

Yet Nature spirits, angels, guides, helpers, runners and the like , should all be welcomed in. They can help you with many things, and even though it is rarely easy work, it is also rarely difficult.

Gauge the intent of your visitors. Just don't confuse fear of the unknown and unseen, with something being "bad"!


Peshaui Wequashimese






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