Is Watching Scary Videos or Movies Dangerous? Debunking the Demonic Myth

For many years, I have been a firm believer in the enjoyment horror films bring without the fear of attracting supernatural entities. Over thirty years of watching these films have never once led to any strange occurrences. However, as with any topic involving the paranormal, there are often differing opinions and beliefs that can cloud the true facts. Let’s dive into these myths and debunk them.

No, Watching Scary Videos or Movies Doesn’t Attract Demons

Proclaimations that watching horror films might invite negative energies or entities into one’s life are baseless and unsupported by any scientific or personal evidence. If something as widely enjoyed and prevalent as horror movies were capable of such, we would have countless reports and personal anecdotes to support it. I’ve been watching these films for decades, and my experience matches the consensus of countless others who share the same belief.

Thought Can Impact Perception, but Not Demons

While it is true that if you immerse yourself deeply in the concept of a demon seen in a movie, it might affect your perception or even your stress levels, there is no known way for that to directly attract a real entity. It’s similar to the concept of “placebo” and “nocebo,” where our beliefs can impact our physiological or psychological state, but not something supernatural. The key is to watch movies with a sense of enjoyment and detachment, not to dwell on the fear-inducing aspects.

Demonic Possession, A Fantasy of Horror Films

Demon possession, as depicted in countless horror films, is pure fantasy and does not occur in the real world. Demons are characters invented by writers and filmmakers, not real beings that exist outside of the movies. There is no evidence to suggest that watching such movies could lead to possessions or other paranormal occurrences. In reality, the idea of demonic possession is a recurring theme in horror, but it has no basis in real-life events.

Personal Anecdotal Experiences and Occult Practices

Some individuals share personal experiences that they attribute to their movie watching, such as subjective feelings of fear, anxiety, and even a sense of being haunted. These experiences often stem from the emotional impact of the films rather than any supernatural influence. For example, I personally felt a deep sense of fear when the character of Pazuzu appeared in an early Exorcist scene and when the Velociraptor appeared in Jurassic Park. However, these were not supernatural occurrences but rather deep emotional responses to intense imagery and storytelling.

It is worth noting that while these experiences are real and can be unsettling, they do not indicate a connection to anything supernatural. However, there are practices that might involve a higher risk if one seeks to attract or encounter the supernatural. For instance, certain forms of witchcraft or rituals, when performed without proper knowledge and intent, can have unintended consequences, and this is a valid concern.

Attracting Negative Energies and Subconscious Influences

There is a school of thought that suggests that thoughts and emotions can attract certain energies or states of being. It is believed that feelings of sadness, loneliness, or melancholy can indeed draw to you situations or energies that reflect those states. Interestingly, the concept that an “empty mind” is a “devil’s workshop” suggests that maintaining a calm, focused state of mind can be beneficial. Keeping your mind engaged and positive is likely to be more protective and less open to influences that could be misinterpreted.

In conclusion, while watching scary videos or movies might evoke strong emotions or even cause you to perceive them as haunting, the reality is that such films do not attract real demonic entities or any form of supernatural possession. Like all forms of entertainment, they are intended for enjoyment and can enrich our lives when approached with the right mindset.