Podcast Summary
A Colorado Resident's Encounter with a Wandering Spirit: Listeners share stories of unexplained phenomena, and this tale from Colorado illustrates how such experiences can leave individuals feeling isolated and scared, despite skepticism from others.
The discussion revolves around a listener submission from Fort Collins, Colorado, about a supposed wandering spirit that stalked a resident named Colin and his dog Cash. The event took place around 2017 or 2018, in a rural area north of Boulder and Denver, and near a state park. The spirit, which was not violent at first, made Colin feel uneasy, but things took a darker turn when it started leaving threatening messages. The friends living with Colin didn't believe him, and he felt isolated and scared. The discussion also touches on the listener's love for Colorado and the potential influence of popular media like Longmire on the perception of the area. Overall, the conversation highlights the belief in unexplained phenomena and the impact it can have on individuals' lives.
Friends experience paranormal activity in their haunted duplex: Friends Sydney, Patrick, and Colin, who share a belief in the supernatural, live in a duplex believed to be haunted. Colin, the newest resident, encounters strange occurrences, while the group acknowledges the presence of the supernatural in their lives, possibly due to their sensitivity.
The friends, Sydney, Patrick, and Colin, who all live in a duplex in Colorado, share a common belief in the supernatural. They have all had personal experiences with the paranormal, and the place they live in is believed to be haunted. Colin, the newest resident, experienced strange occurrences in the middle of the night, including doors closing on their own and pictures moving. The previous tenant had also reported similar experiences. Despite their skepticism, they all acknowledge the presence of the supernatural in their lives. The haunting is not attributed to an old building or historical significance but could be a result of the sensitivity of the individuals involved. Colin, an early riser and fitness enthusiast, was up at the unusual hour when he encountered these occurrences. The group's shared experiences and beliefs add to the communal atmosphere of their living situation.
A harmful ghost with unfinished business: In Scottish folklore, wraiths are malevolent ghosts that cannot move on due to unfinished business, often appearing as floating skeletons in black cloaks that steal emotions and leave negative feelings.
A wraith, as described in Scottish folklore, is a type of ghost that has unfinished business in the mortal realm and is often seen as a harmful, evil entity. It is believed to be the outcome of a spell or ritual gone wrong, leaving the soul trapped and unable to advance to the spirit realm. Wraiths are described as floating skeletons in black cloaks, with no legs or clear face, and are known to take emotions from those nearby, leading to negative feelings such as anger, resentment, and sorrow. They are not like friendly grandmas coming back to say goodbye, but rather entities that come to suck souls. The exact appearance of a wraith can vary, with some descriptions including a clear image of the skeleton underneath, while others only see a wispy black shadow. It's important to note that the term "wraith" is synonymous with the word "ghost" in Scottish folklore.
Encountering a Parasitic Wraith: Wraiths are supernatural beings that feed off the energy of the living and can possess them, leaving them drained.
Wraiths are supernatural beings often depicted as ghosts or apparitions in folklore. They are typically portrayed as being parasitic, feeding off the energy and sometimes the souls of the living. Some wraiths are passive and just look for a host to bond with, while others are aggressive and seek revenge. They have no powers of their own but can gain control over a host through a bonding process, often leaving the possessed person drained of energy. Colin's encounter with a wraith involved seeing a hooded, black entity with no legs that watched him from a distance. Despite being taken aback, Colin handled the situation calmly and continued with his day. Months later, the wraith approached him more closely while he was with his dog, but Colin managed to avoid any harm. Overall, wraiths are known for their parasitic nature and their potential to harm or possess the living.
An unexpected encounter with a wraith and entities: Be open-minded to the unexplained phenomena in our lives, even if they seem strange or frightening
Colin's life took an unexpected turn when he encountered a wraith, an entity that had been lurking around his house. The wraith's presence became more menacing when Cash, Colin's usually calm dog, showed signs of fear and agitation. Brandy, a psychic friend of Colin's, sensed the presence of other entities in the empty duplex across the street and believed they were watching Colin and his house. Although Colin was initially skeptical, he began to accept the supernatural occurrences as part of his life. The encounter with the wraith and the entities across the street served as a reminder that the unknown can sometimes be present in our everyday lives, even if we choose to ignore it. Colin's experience highlights the importance of being open-minded and acknowledging the unexplained phenomena that we may encounter.
Paranormal Experiences and the Extraordinary Connection of Colin and Caitlin: Colin and Caitlin's relationship was built on their shared paranormal experiences, but communicating with a wraith proved to be a challenge leading to fear and suspicion.
The individuals in this story, including Colin and Caitlin, seem to have extraordinary paranormal abilities. They have experiences that suggest they are sensitive to the supernatural world. For instance, Caitlin had a dream where her dog Cash spoke to her, and Colin encountered a wraith. Their relationship was centered around these experiences, and they tried to communicate with the wraith through meditation. However, their attempts were unsuccessful, and the wraith eventually entered Colin's garage, where he had stored deer bones that Caitlin had wanted. The presence of the wraith in the garage led to Colin's fear and suspicion that it had entered his home. The story highlights the depth of their connection to the paranormal world and the challenges they faced in dealing with it.
A Haunting Encounter with a Wraith: A man's encounter with a wraith in Fort Collins left him emotionally and physically scarred, causing him to lose the ability to communicate with it and ultimately move away.
The man, Colin, experienced what he believed to be a wraith in Fort Collins, Colorado. He described it as a skeleton-like figure in black clothing that floated and was mentally connected to him. Colin attempted to communicate with the wraith and even tried to create a psychic link to watch it roam around town. However, the relationship with his girlfriend became physically abusive, and after she started hurting him, he lost the ability to contact the wraith. It's unclear if the wraith transferred to her or if it disappeared altogether. The experience was so intense that Colin eventually moved out of Fort Collins, but he still feels the wraith's presence grabbing his psyche every now and then. Whether or not the experience was real, it significantly impacted Colin's life.
A parasitic entity that seeks out energy sources: The wraith is a roaming, floating entity that feeds off of living beings and their energy, changing its bond with individuals based on their energy sources.
The wraith in the discussed narrative is a roaming, floating entity that seeks out sources of energy to attach to. It's not necessarily an intelligent being with a specific target or intent, but rather an impression that navigates towards light or positive energy. The bond between the wraith and the individual it's attached to can change, potentially becoming negative if the individual's energy source is drained or replaced by someone else. This can be seen as a good thing for the individual, as they are freed from the wraith's influence. The wraith's origins and motivations are not clearly defined, leaving room for speculation and interpretation. Overall, the wraith is a parasitic entity that feeds off of living beings and their energy.
Dealing with a wraith or life-altering situation leaves individuals feeling helpless and alone: Experiencing a wraith or life-altering situation can leave individuals feeling isolated, with profound emotional impacts and a powerful connection to the entity.
The experience of dealing with a wraith or a life-altering situation, such as cancer, can leave individuals feeling helpless and alone. The wraith's presence can be overwhelming and terrifying, and even though some people may try to ignore it or rationalize it away, it can have a profound impact on their daily lives. The bond between the wraith and the individual can be so strong that the person may start to feel the wraith's emotions and experiences. Despite the fear and terror, there may be moments of acceptance and even sympathy towards the wraith. The doors may provide a temporary barrier, but the wraith's power can grow, making it harder to keep it at bay. Ultimately, the experience of dealing with such an entity can be a lonely and isolating one, leaving the individual feeling like they are the only one going through it.
Listeners' personal experiences fit paranormal phenomena: The podcast values listener engagement and provides entertaining and informative content, encouraging support through Patreon
The personal experiences shared by listeners on the "Believing in the Bizarre" podcast, such as the Fort Collins wraith story, can be compelling and fit seemingly too perfectly with paranormal phenomena. The hosts appreciate these detailed submissions and plan to interview the storytellers further for Patreon listeners. The podcast values listener engagement and aims to provide entertaining and informative content. The hosts express their gratitude for the listeners' support and encourage those who enjoy the show to consider becoming Patreon members for additional content.
