Some people believe that meditation brings demons

[bluedragon]

I just talked to a few people who say that when you meditate and become passive, relaxed etc, you open a gateway for demons. They said Taoist meditation is dangerous. But I don't see any reason to pay attention to them. Is there even a bit of reason in this skepticism coming from religious people ?

[JanT]

Hi bluedragon -

I am sorry (but not surprised) you ran across this mentality. Bummer.

When one does energy work - (just for safety and innocence sake) I recommend they shield.

Are there demons? I have seen a few - that is my perception. I have never experienced opening a gateway for demons while meditating. (An ouji board is another matter - and it posted elsewhere in this forum).

[QUOTE]Is there even a bit of reason in this skepticism coming from religious people?/QUOTE]

I am sure there can be - I have run across some in my time. I just try to remember that we each have the right to our own beliefs....and we do not have to shove our beliefs down others throats. If someone tries, I gently and quickly disengage and walk away....

[Lizabidiza]

Just remember, many religions seem to caution against anything that might resemble independent thinking, enjoyment of life, being true to yourself. I stopped listening to people like that years ago and my l life has become much better for it.

[Erin Pavlina]

If your vibration is low (fear, shame, guilt, anger, anxiety, etc.) or if you are impaired (like on some drugs) then you can open a doorway during deep meditation. Think of it this way. It's like turning on your radio but it's set to a station that plays "demon" songs. That wouldn't happen if your vibration was high and you were in full control of your faculties.

Just because your vibration is low, however, doesn't mean a demon will come. It's extremely rare. I wouldn't worry about it for the most part.

I have encountered demons on the astral plane. Not pretty. I have also accidentally brought something up with me during a meditation when I had a high fever.

See this blog entry for details: The Ghost in the Hall

[amixa]

if you go into meditation fearing that you will run into them, then they will come.

but if you don't feel fear, and you are happy then you're pretty much safe. if they do ever get a hold of you -- mind you i got snapped up by something once and you still have control as far as i know -- just decide what they've done isn't for you and leave. its really draining and i suggest avoiding it because you will need to nap after!

this happened because i wasn't JUST meditating. but as erin said. if they are around, raise your vibration and they disappear.