Podcast Summary
Micah's Paranormal Experiences: From Childhood to Adulthood: Micah shared his chilling encounters with entities, monsters, and unexplained phenomena, growing up in a masonic lodge, in an engaging conversation with podcast host Tony Merkel on Confessionals Podcast.
Micah shared his paranormal experiences throughout his life, from childhood to adulthood. Micah grew up in a house that used to be a masonic lodge, and he shared some eerie experiences that happened there. He met Tony Merkel, the podcast host, at his workplace and revealed that he was scheduled for an interview. Micah's stories included encounters with entities, monsters, and unexplained phenomena. The conversation between Micah and Tony was fluid, with Micah sharing his stories, and Tony interjecting with questions. Overall, the episode offered an intriguing and engaging conversation about paranormal experiences. If you're interested in hearing more paranormal stories, be sure to tune in to the Confessionals Podcast.
Unusual experiences in a spiritual household: A family's belief in the spiritual world led them to accept and interpret unusual experiences as real, despite the potential for rational explanations.
The speaker's upbringing in a house associated with the Masonic Lodge and owned by a ministry in Niagara Falls was filled with unusual experiences. His sister reported being chased by a goat man, and she also claimed to have seen two men on horses in her room, one in black armor and one in white armor. The family believed these occurrences to be real, reflecting their belief in a spiritual world. The speaker's family was part of a ministry, and their house was a hub for various religious figures passing through. Despite the strange experiences, the speaker and his family remained open to the spiritual realm.
The speaker's childhood homes had unique features that influenced their sense of safety and belonging.: The speaker's experiences of fear and community in their childhood homes shaped their perspective on safety and belonging, with the former instilling a need for security and the latter fostering a sense of connection.
The speaker's childhood home in Niagara Falls was a creepy place for them, particularly the attic with its secret passage and giant bear. However, when their family moved to a larger house in the Buffalo area, they lived communally with other church members, which felt natural to them since they were used to having guests. The house was massive and had multiple floors, each with its own living spaces. While it may have appeared strange from the outside, the speaker formed close bonds with their new "family" members. The experiences of fear and community in their childhood homes shaped the speaker's perspective on safety and belonging.
Encounter with a Green Figure in Childhood: A childhood encounter with an unexplained green figure left a lasting impact on the speaker, contributing to her fear of the dark and large buildings at night.
The speaker had a terrifying encounter with an unexplained green figure in her room when she was around 7 years old, which left a lasting impact on her and may have contributed to her fear of the dark and looking out windows at night. The figure, described as vaporous and having no distinguishable facial features, hovered over her bed and made the blankets move before disappearing. The speaker's family believed her account, and she later learned that there had been a masonic room on the top floor of their old building with strange pictures on the wall, including one of a green being. This experience may have influenced the speaker's fear of being alone in large buildings, especially at night.
Childhood Encounter with the Hat Man in a Haunted House: The Hat Man, a figure known for paranormal encounters, wears a trench coat and hat and has been reported by multiple people, leaving the speaker wondering if she was the only one to experience this terrifying childhood event in a house with Masonic Lodge history.
The speaker experienced a terrifying encounter with a figure known as the Hat Man during her childhood. This encounter occurred in a house with a history connected to the Masonic Lodge, and the speaker believed the Masons' practices may have contributed to the house's eerie atmosphere. The Hat Man, who wore a trench coat and hat, appeared behind a door as the speaker was fleeing from an unknown fear. The speaker's vivid memory of the encounter, including the figure's distinctive attire, led her to wonder if she was the only one to have encountered this phenomenon. However, she later learned from the speaker's wife and other listeners of the show that the Hat Man is a known entity in paranormal experiences. The speaker's fear of being alone and the impact of the experience on her childhood are also notable.
The Supernatural and Lasting Impacts: Belief in the supernatural can leave lasting impacts on individuals, influencing behavior and shaping experiences. Personal encounters and stories contribute to this belief.
The speaker believes that certain environments, particularly those associated with the supernatural or spiritual, can leave lasting impacts and even influence the behavior of individuals. This belief is based on personal experiences and stories of others, including encounters with supposedly possessed objects and strange occurrences in their childhood home. The speaker also mentions experiencing symptoms of Tourette's and ADHD while living in an apartment near the church, which may be related to these experiences. Overall, the speaker's perspective suggests that there are forces at work beyond our understanding that can shape our lives in profound ways.
Experiences of unexplained phenomena: People can have mysterious experiences that defy rational explanation, such as suddenly finding oneself in a different location or playing an instrument on autopilot.
People can experience unexplained phenomena in their lives that seem to defy rational explanation. The speaker shared an experience of suddenly finding herself in the bathroom from the couch, which she couldn't explain. She considered possible explanations, such as autopilot or missing time, but ultimately couldn't be sure. She also shared an experience of playing drums on autopilot while her mind wandered. These experiences highlight the mysterious nature of the human mind and body and the limitations of our understanding of them. The speaker emphasized that such experiences are not uncommon and that people may have their own unexplained phenomena that they cannot explain. While some may dismiss such experiences as mere anomalies or psychological phenomena, others may view them as evidence of the supernatural or the unexplored depths of the human experience. Ultimately, these experiences serve as a reminder of the vastness and complexity of the world around us and the limitations of our ability to fully understand it.
Childhood encounter with mysterious entities: The speaker had an unexplained encounter with small, mischievous entities during childhood, leaving him questioning reality and believing in the existence of a spiritual realm with both good and evil entities.
The speaker experienced an unexplained encounter with small, black creatures with large heads and white eyes in his living room during his childhood. These creatures, which he describes as having a mischievous rather than malicious demeanor, appeared and disappeared suddenly, leaving him questioning reality. The speaker believes these entities are part of a spiritual realm, with both good and evil entities existing. He interprets them as potentially being agents of distraction and fear, spreading doubt according to his religious upbringing. Despite the uncertainty, the speaker remains open to the possibility of encountering such entities and holds a belief in the existence of a spiritual realm.
Tales of supernatural entities and occurrences: People share stories of encounters with supernatural beings and unexplained phenomena, suggesting a realm beyond our own may interact with our world.
There are reportedly supernatural entities and occurrences connected to certain places, as shared in personal experiences and local folklore. For instance, there have been tales of tree sprites and other entities causing disturbances, and there are stories about a haunted cemetery where people have reported seeing ghostly apparitions, including a little girl in a white dress, and experiencing unexplained phenomena like fog with hand and footprints. These stories suggest that there may be a realm beyond our own that interacts with our world in mysterious ways. The speaker also shared a personal experience of a stack of boxes collapsing during an interview with someone reporting a tree sprite encounter. These stories serve as reminders of the unexplained and possibly supernatural experiences that some people claim to have had.
Childhood encounters with the supernatural shape beliefs and interests: Early experiences with the unexplained can leave lasting impacts and shape future beliefs and behaviors.
The speaker's experiences with the supernatural, starting from his childhood encounters with a haunted graveyard and continuing into his college years with sleep paralysis and rumors of witches, shaped his beliefs and interests throughout his life. The fear he felt during these experiences stayed with him, and he later sought answers in various ways, including delving into the occult and becoming addicted to pornography. Ultimately, he recognized that his faith was lacking and sought to learn more about it, leading him to study the Bible and eventually marry. These experiences, both terrifying and intriguing, influenced his personal growth and the direction of his life.
Speaker shares personal experiences of unaddressed spiritual topics in Bible college: Speaker highlights the importance of acknowledging and exploring supernatural experiences and spiritual warfare in faith journeys, and encourages individuals to seek answers and support rather than feeling isolated.
While Bible college provided valuable connections and foundational knowledge, the speaker felt that important topics like supernatural experiences and spiritual warfare were not adequately addressed. The speaker shared their personal struggles with addiction and sleep paralysis, which they believe were linked to living a hypocritical life. They also recounted experiencing a bright, reddish light while living in a rural area, which further emphasized the need for open discussions about these phenomena. The speaker expressed a desire for more biblical exploration of these experiences, encouraging individuals to seek answers and not feel crazy or alone.
Encounters with Unidentified Glowing Objects: The speaker had two unexplained encounters with mysterious, glowing, spherical objects in the sky, leaving them puzzled and unable to identify.
The speaker had two unexplained encounters with mysterious, glowing, spherical objects in the sky – one in upstate Pennsylvania and the other in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. Both objects were round, glowing, and silent, defying the normal expectations of what an aerial object should be. The speakers and others who saw these objects were left puzzled, unable to identify them. The objects appeared to be of significant size and were visible for extended periods. The encounters left a lasting impression on the speaker and raised questions about the unknown phenomena in the sky.
Witnessed unexplained red lights in the sky for several nights: Witness observed coordinated red lights in the sky, which didn't match planes or helicopters due to low altitude and lack of noise, suggesting an unexplained phenomenon.
The witness described observing red lights in the sky that moved in a coordinated fashion, sometimes hovering and other times moving, for several nights in a row. These lights were not high enough to be planes or helicopters, and they made no noise. The witness attempted to rationalize the sightings as planes or helicopters, but the lack of noise and low altitude made this explanation unlikely. The lights were also not part of the organized air traffic patterns commonly seen in the area. The witness's account suggests an unexplained phenomenon.
Encounters with Angels: The speaker's father had experiences with angels that left a profound impact on him, urging him to prioritize important work and inspiring a sense of wonder and curiosity.
The speaker's father had encounters with angels, which left a profound impact on him. The first encounter occurred while he was working on a building at a ministry compound in the mountains. The room suddenly became extremely bright, and an angel appeared to him, delivering a message about the urgency of the work that needed to be done. The angel addressed him by name and warned of the shortness of time. The encounter left the father's colleague in awe, even though he didn't see the angel. In another encounter, the father claimed to have seen several angels in the woods while he was alone. The details of these encounters were personal to the father and he was instructed not to share them. These experiences deeply affected the father and left the speaker curious and intrigued.
A family's encounters with the supernatural: Through faith and prayer, a family deals with supernatural experiences and maintains a strong relationship with God
The speaker's father had several encounters with the supernatural, including seeing angels and experiencing demonic activity. These experiences were a part of their family's history, and they dealt with such occurrences through their faith. The speaker's father performed exorcisms and prayed for possessed individuals. However, even the speaker herself had experienced strange occurrences in their new home, which they addressed through prayer. Despite their past and current experiences, the speaker emphasized the importance of having a personal relationship with God to navigate life's challenges.
Maintaining a childlike faith and being open to the unexplained: Explore the world with an unbiased perspective, acknowledging the possibility of paranormal experiences and maintaining a sense of wonder.
Children have an unbiased perspective on the world and can serve as an inspiration for maintaining a simple, childlike faith. The speaker shares his belief that some people, including himself, are more sensitive to supernatural experiences. He recounts an encounter at Pennhurst, a place known for its paranormal activity, where he felt something touch his leg but couldn't explain it. While he isn't easily scared, he acknowledges the possibility of paranormal experiences and shares a personal connection to the location due to his father's cousin being a former patient there. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of maintaining a childlike faith and being open to the unexplained.
Leaving disabled children behind in institutions during the fifties and sixties: During the fifties and sixties, some families abandoned their disabled children at institutions for extended periods, causing long-term separation and neglect.
During the fifties and sixties, there was a prevalent issue of abandoning individuals, particularly those with disabilities, at institutions. My father shared his experiences of growing up in Spring City area, where he knew of a local institution. He recalled how some families would drop off their disabled children there and pick them up occasionally, only to leave them behind for extended periods. This practice was a way for families to ease their guilty conscience. This unfortunate situation was quite common, leading to long periods of separation for the children from their families. The speaker emphasized that this was a significant problem back then, and many people went for decades without seeing their family members. Despite the speaker's personal experiences and beliefs, he encourages everyone to share their own stories and beliefs, as everyone is entitled to their opinions.