Attachments: The risk that comes with the gifts

I met up with a friend this morning at a bakery in a building that is known to be haunted. At one point, the friend returned from the restroom and said they were spooked by the bathroom's flickering lights. I said I knew this place was haunted and sensed several ghosts hanging around. I told them I'd let them know if there was a ghost hanging out in the bathroom. 😆 This was meant mostly as a joke, but I also knew that if there was someone in the area, I'd be able to sense them. 

    Turns out there wasn't a ghost in the bathroom, but there was one lingering in the hallway nearby. I asked my spirit guides for protection and went to find the ghost I knew was there. I found him hiding in a corner. His name is John, and he was a mill worker in the facility. He also told me that the year 1898 was significant for him. I said hello and told him my name. I didn't want to spend too long with John, since I had a friend waiting for me back at the cafe. I told him it was nice to meet him and I was sure we would run into one another again. I left thinking no more about it other than to relay the info I learned to my friend. 

    Shortly thereafter, my friend and I walked to our cars in the parking lot and said our goodbyes. No sooner had I opened my car door than I knew John was with me. I guess I hadn't properly protected myself when I interacted with him. I spent about 30 seconds arguing with him, telling him that he in no way shape or form could come back with me. He told me he couldn't leave me and I'd have to take him back to the building. Ok, fine. It's a sunny but brisk day, and I didn't mind the walk. 

    As I approached the building, I sat outside on a bench, closed my eyes, and began my conversation with my spirit guides in earnest. I told John that he is forbidden to stay attached to me, and that I would sit in silence on that bench until I felt him let go. I also asked my spirit guides for support in helping me un-attach him. I did some energy work, released John's cord, and sat silent while I waited for my energy and my guides to do their thing. I don't know how long it took, and I'm sure I looked like a loony to anyone walking by, seeing me sitting on this bench in the cold with my eyes closed! 

    It became apparent that John isn't happy with his lot in the afterlife, and he needs help crossing over into the spirit realm. I told my spirit guides that I would absolutely, right away reach out to others I know who have the skills to assist John in his journey. After what seemed like an eternity, I felt John finally release. I cleansed my energy, stood up, and took out my phone to text my contacts. 

    What a weird thing to experience! I've heard of others getting attachments without even being aware of it happening. I'm glad that I became immediately aware and was able to address it. I don't think John had malicious intent, but boundaries with the spiritual realm are incredibly important! I had previously thought of having some palo Santo on hand for cleansing, but now I think it's a necessity. It's days like today where I think to myself "what a weird life I'm living." LOL!