Podcast Summary
Explore the world through travel and education: Traveling with Educated Wanderer combines the excitement of travel with the value of education for a unique and purposeful journey. Broadening horizons and seeing the world with new eyes.
Breaking free from routine and immersing oneself in new experiences through travel and learning can lead to a deeper appreciation of the world around us. The Educated Wanderer travel experience combines the excitement of travel with the value of education, providing a unique and purposeful journey. Whether it's walking in the footsteps of history in Spain or learning about ancient Rome in Italy, each trip offers a unique and compelling education. So next time you find yourself on autopilot, consider joining Educated Wanderer for an unforgettable adventure that will broaden your horizons and help you see the world with new eyes. Additionally, Hannah's story shared on the podcast highlights the idea that there may be unexplained experiences or phenomena that follow us throughout our lives. Whether these experiences are real or imagined, they can add depth and intrigue to our personal narratives. Lastly, the support of listeners through ratings, reviews, and patronage is essential to the success and growth of the podcast. So if you're enjoying the show, please consider leaving a review on Itunes or signing up to become a patron on Patreon for exclusive rewards and shoutouts.
Unexplained presence and noises in Hannah's homes since 2010: Hannah experienced unexplained noises and presence in her homes in California and Nevada, which continued even after she moved.
Hannah, a guest from Nevada, shared her experiences of feeling unexplained presence and noises in her homes in both California and Nevada since around 2010. The incidents began when she heard shuffling noises in the attic, followed by men having a conversation in an unfamiliar language. Despite her attempts to rationalize the sounds, she couldn't dismiss them as the TV or neighbors. The occurrences mainly happened at night, and her sister didn't hear anything, leaving Hannah questioning her own sanity. She didn't share her concerns with her mother, who reassured her that the house was settling. The incidents continued, leaving Hannah feeling scared and uncertain. Despite moving houses, the experiences followed her, suggesting a persistent and unexplained phenomenon.
Encounters with unexplained phenomena leave woman pondering ghosts learning new languages: A woman's experiences with strange noises and voices in haunted homes spark her curiosity about ghosts adapting to new languages, but lack of understanding leaves her with more questions than answers.
The speaker's experiences with perceived paranormal activity in her past homes, specifically the one built over an Indian burial site, have left her with a fascination for the unexplained. Her encounters with strange noises and voices, some of which may have sounded Native American, have led her to ponder the possibility of ghosts learning new languages over time. The discovery that her house was built over an Indian burial ground added to her belief in the haunting. Despite her curiosity, she couldn't understand the language of the voices she heard, leaving her with more questions than answers. The moving process brought her to a new apartment where she experienced a woman's voice calling her name, but it turned out to be a misunderstanding. Overall, her experiences have left her with a sense of wonder about the unknown and a desire to learn more about the paranormal.
Strange occurrences leave speaker feeling frightened and unsettled: The speaker experienced unexplained events like hearing their name, moving apartments, sleep paralysis, and encountering a demon-like figure in their dreams, leaving them feeling frightened and unable to ignore the strange occurrences happening around them.
The speaker experienced strange occurrences, including hearing their name, moving apartments, sleep paralysis, and encountering a demon-like figure in their dreams, which left them feeling frightened and unsettled. These events led the speaker to feel a strong sense of unease and fear, causing them to seek comfort by sleeping with their mother. The speaker also mentions the influence of the movie "Schindler's List" on their dream, as the only colored figure in a black and white world stood out to them, much like the man in black with no face in their dream. Overall, the speaker's experiences left them feeling disturbed and unable to ignore the strange occurrences happening around them.
A terrifying episode of sleep paralysis with a mysterious black mist: Experienced sleep paralysis with a black mist, felt scared and uncertain, ceased after a house blessing, possibly connected to the house, left a lasting impression
The speaker experienced a terrifying episode of sleep paralysis during which they saw a black mist in their room. This experience left them feeling scared and unable to explain what they had seen. After their mother performed a blessing on their house, the sleep paralysis and the sightings of the mist ceased. The speaker is unsure why this experience occurred, but believes it may have been connected to the house they were living in at the time. The mist was initially hovering near the closet, but started moving towards the window once the speaker reacted to its presence. The speaker was so frightened that they refused to enter their room again, assuming the mist had left the apartment after their mother performed the blessing. Overall, this experience left a lasting impression on the speaker and served as a reminder of the unexplained mysteries that can exist in our world.
Personal encounter with a ghost sparks curiosity: A personal experience with the paranormal can ignite a deep curiosity and belief in the existence of the supernatural.
Personal experiences can shape one's beliefs and interests, particularly when it comes to the paranormal. The speaker shares an experience of encountering a ghost in an apartment, which left them puzzled and intrigued. Prior to this experience, they had limited knowledge about the paranormal, but after this encounter, they became deeply interested in the subject. They began to question why the ghost didn't disappear as they had seen in other media and experiences, and started to explore the paranormal world further. They found comfort in educational shows and technology, such as spirit boxes, which they had initially doubted but came to believe were real after experiencing communication through them. Overall, the speaker's personal encounter with the paranormal sparked a deep curiosity and belief in the existence of ghosts and the supernatural.
Personal Experiences with the Supernatural: Some people are drawn to the unknown, while others avoid it due to fear or personal beliefs. The speaker shares her discomfort with spirits and how she finds comfort in her faith and community.
While some people may be drawn to the thrill of investigating the unknown, like ghost hunting, others may be hesitant due to fear or personal beliefs. The speaker in this conversation shares her experiences of feeling uncomfortable around the supernatural, especially when it comes to spirits, and how she avoids situations that may bring such entities into her life. She also shares an odd experience with a recurring customer who may have attempted to influence her spiritually, and how she believes divine intervention may have kept them apart. Ultimately, the speaker finds comfort in her faith and the support of her community, which helps her feel protected from any potential harm.
Encountering unexplained experiences and feelings in homes: Encountering spirits or paranormal entities in homes can lead to unexplained noises, apparitions, and feelings of sickness or discomfort.
The presence of spirits or paranormal entities in living spaces can lead to unexplained experiences and feelings of sickness or discomfort. The speaker shared her personal experiences of encountering such entities in different homes, which included hearing noises, seeing apparitions, and feeling nauseous or sick when in contact with them. In one instance, she heard her friend's bed creaking and felt sick when her friend entered the room. In another instance, she heard shuffling noises at her door and saw a woman standing there, who looked Asian and long, but disappeared when she approached the door. These experiences left the speaker feeling uneasy and unable to explain what had happened. Overall, the speaker's experiences highlight the potential discomfort and unexplained phenomena that can come with encountering spirits or paranormal entities in living spaces.
Encounter with a mysterious woman: A woman with long black hair, wearing a purple or blue shirt and black pants, was seen floating from the knees down in darkness. She had no face or legs and disappeared around the corner, leaving the speaker feeling shaken and unable to explain the experience.
The speaker encountered an unexplained apparition of a woman during a late-night encounter at her California residence. The woman had long black hair, wore a purple or blue shirt and black pants, but from her knees down appeared to be floating in darkness. She knew the speaker was approaching, took her hand off the doorknob, and turned to reveal no face and no legs. After disappearing around the corner, the speaker could not find any evidence of her presence. The experience left the speaker feeling strange and unable to explain what had occurred. The woman's ethnicity was unclear, but the speaker's friend's suggestion that it could have been a Hmong mother visiting her daughter was a possibility. The encounter lasted only a short time, but the impact on the speaker was significant. Despite the lack of any other paranormal experiences, the sighting left the speaker feeling shaken and unsure of what to make of it. The speaker ultimately told her mother about the encounter and received a reassuring response. The experience remained a vivid memory for the speaker, marking the most memorable paranormal event in her California residence.
Strange occurrences in two apartments leave speaker feeling confused: The speaker had unexplained experiences in two different apartments, including seeing a friend's mother and hearing noises, leaving her questioning if they were paranormal or explainable.
The speaker experienced strange occurrences in two different apartments that left her feeling confused and unsure if they were paranormal in nature. The first incident involved seeing a woman who turned out to be the friend's mother, who would also experience random knocks on her door. The second incident involved noises coming from a desk chair that the speaker thought might be her late grandma checking up on her. The speaker did not feel scared during these experiences but rather confused and curious. She also mentioned having sleep paralysis on two occasions, one of which was less frightening than the first. Overall, the speaker's experiences left her questioning the nature of the occurrences and whether they were explainable or paranormal.
Experiencing unexplained noises and negative presence during sleep paralysis: Speaker felt unsettled by unexplained noises and negative presence during sleep paralysis, leaving her unsure of the cause and seeking answers.
The speaker experienced unexplained noises and a negative presence in her room, which she believed could be related to sleep paralysis. She had previously experienced sleep paralysis and recounted an incident where her dog behaved strangely and seemed to be reacting to noises in her mother's apartment. The speaker tried to remain calm and not show fear, but the experiences left her feeling unsettled and unsure of who or what was following her. She sought reassurance from her mother and tried to uncover the source of the disturbances, but was unable to explain the phenomenon. Overall, the speaker's experiences left her feeling uneasy and uncertain, and she continued to try to uncover the cause of the strange occurrences.
Living with Paranormal Activity: Coping Mechanisms: Despite feeling helpless, the speaker has learned to cope with paranormal activity in her home by ignoring it and focusing on her own safety. She remains vigilant and knows what to do if it becomes more active, but the underlying unease and desire for the entity to leave remains.
The speaker has been experiencing paranormal activity in her home for an extended period, and although it doesn't currently scare her, she is not comfortable with it and wants it to leave. She feels helpless in the situation but has learned to cope by ignoring it and focusing on her own safety. The speaker acknowledges that she may not have the solution to get rid of the presence, but she is not willing to bring in a priest yet. She is used to the feeling of being watched and tries to hide her fear to prevent the entity from gaining more power. The speaker expresses concern for her family's well-being and hopes that the entity does not affect them as it has her. Despite her acceptance of the situation, she remains vigilant and knows what to do if the entity becomes more active. Overall, the speaker's experience shows that long-term exposure to paranormal activity can lead to a sense of acceptance and coping mechanisms, but it does not eliminate the underlying unease and desire for the entity to leave.
Childhood fear of entities in bedroom and closet: Hannah's childhood fear of entities in her bedroom and closet evolved from belief in possession to indifference, seeing it as part of her past.
The speaker, Hannah, had a deep-rooted fear of her bedroom and closet in her childhood home in California. She felt uncomfortable being alone in her room and would only enter it during daytime with the door open and people present. Hannah believed that an entity was trying to possess her or take over her, but she now feels indifferent towards the experience. Regarding the existence of such entities, Hannah previously thought they might be spirits with unfinished business or trying to possess people, but now sees it as just part of her past. She doesn't consider her experiences a gift and hopes to not have more in the future. The conversation touched upon the idea of entities returning and trying to take over individuals, and Hannah expressed her belief in her ability to resist such influences. Overall, Hannah shared her personal experiences with unexplained phenomena and her evolving perspective on them.