Wouldn't fighting the spirit consume lots of energy? It would probably be best to do a cleansing ritual, talk to the spirit when it isn't controlling you, and figure out if it is good or bad.
i am afraid i would have to agree. if, this spirit is not evil, there is a possibility that it is trying to protect you. if you banish it without knowing that, it could actually get worse. i would have to say that you should try to communicate with it. also it is possible that if you just leave it alone, it will eventually finish what it came for and leave you. but i advise trying to see if it is an evil spirit or not.
Re: iam not alone in my body! By: magiwoman03 / Novice
Post # 12 Feb 08, 2013
Alright, while there is a possibility of a possession, there is also a huge possibility of Dissociative Identity Disorder. With this disorder, a person has two (sometimes more) distinct identities or personalities. This condition is usually caused by some trauma. While I would use energy work to oust or control the other personality, I would also speak with someone I trust, in case there's a way to look into this condition medically.
Re: iam not alone in my body! By: magiwoman03 / Novice
Post # 14 Feb 08, 2013
This can happen with Dissociative Identity Disorder as well. The chances of an alter personality being born are higher, if you've been through a trauma--physical, mental or emotional. If you have been through to trauma, I would suggest you speak with a therapist, and while you're under his or her treatment, deal with the alternative personality by strengthening your primary personality or identity. It's the personality or identity you believe that belongs to you. This will help you over power the personality, which you feel is encroaching on you.
Re: iam not alone in my body! By: WhiteRav3n / Knowledgeable
Post # 15 Feb 08, 2013
Dissassociate disorder can also be a sign of soul damage/loss. If you lost someone or separated from someone that you could not let go of, you could have taken a piece of them subconsciously and could be suffering from the foreign energy present. When trauma occurs, parts of our energy/spirit sometimes flee inward or outwardly, leaving space that people naturally try to fill.
A shaman or medicine person should be consulted. They also act as a therapist, so any emotional or mental issues will also be addressed. They heal body, mind, and spirit.
Re: iam not alone in my body! By: magiwoman03 / Novice
Post # 16 Feb 08, 2013
A shaman is also a very good option and in retrospect, sometimes better than a therapist who can prescribe drugs, which can be counteractive. Thank you WhiteRaven :)