How swiftly we rush to label others. We gossip. We criticize. We envy or despise—sometimes all at once. In doing so, we forget one essential truth: every human being carries within them a fragment of the divine. No one is exempt from this. Each person, no matter how difficult they may seem, deserves our respect. In fact, those we resent most often deserve our deepest gratitude. Why? That answer may surprise you—and it’s what today’s reflection is all about.
It's easy to love those who love us in return. Those who show up when we need them, who mirror our values, who make us feel seen. We call these people friends, and sometimes we’re willing to sacrifice anything for them. Some of these connections are rooted in genuine love, but many are simply fear wearing the mask of affection. We cling not because we love—but because we fear rejection, fear loneliness, fear losing financial or physical comfort. When viewed through a spiritual lens, these kinds of relationships offer little growth. They feel safe, but they often keep us stagnant—spiritually asleep.
We must meet our hardest relationships with the same reverence we reserve for the easiest ones. Think of the people who ignite your fury, who push you to tears, who provoke irrational reactions. Those who make your insides churn—those are your greatest teachers. From a soul’s perspective, their role is far more significant than those we love with ease. Why? Because they force us to confront what still festers inside us, what still seeks healing.
Here’s what’s crucial to understand: your emotional reactions are not caused by your so-called enemies. Not by what they said. Not by what they did. Every outburst, every sting, is filtered through your belief system—your inner wounds. When someone touches a wound you haven’t healed, your entire emotional system can erupt like a volcano. And that eruption? That’s your wound begging to be released. Ironically, the very people you criticize or even hate are helping you cleanse these wounds. The more of them you clear, the brighter your soul shines, and the more fully your divine nature emerges.
You’ve heard the saying, “Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.” There’s unexpected wisdom in that. From an esoteric view, enemies reflect the shadow self—our buried fears, karmic leftovers, the darker energy that still binds us. These people poke at the very wounds we’d rather ignore: anger, jealousy, guilt, shame. “Keeping them closer” doesn’t mean embracing abuse; it means facing what they awaken within you. You don’t reject the pain—you observe it, seek to understand it, and finally integrate it.
So the next time you find yourself around someone who stirs up discomfort—maybe even someone you're forced to be around—pause before judging. Look at them not as a curse, but as a messenger. That discomfort is them pressing against a wound that still hasn’t healed. And in doing so, they’re giving you the rare chance to heal it. The beginning is the hardest, of course. Emotions rise quickly, and the ego takes over without hesitation. That’s why your first step must be to step back. Ask yourself: “What is this person trying to teach me?” or “What can I take from this moment?”
Just be mindful—don’t let your ego answer for you. Ego replies are dripping with bitterness, blame, sarcasm, or vengeance. That’s not healing—that’s resistance.
Instead, take a neutral stance. With compassion toward yourself, ask: “What emotion is present in me right now, and what does it need from me?” That gentle inquiry—spoken inwardly with kindness—creates space. And in that space, healing begins. It’s not about letting others hurt you. It’s about refusing to let their behavior become your identity. Because once you stop reacting blindly, you stop playing the game of emotional warfare.
There’s another reason this work matters. During conflict, if you give in to emotional chaos, you may unknowingly open a door. Spirits—lost, low-vibration energies—are drawn to us when we become consumed by negativity. Not the feeling itself, but the moment we let that emotion drive us. That’s when we lose awareness, when we’re no longer grounded in the present. And that’s when spirits find it easiest to attach.
Feelings won’t hurt you. But unchecked emotional storms? They create openings—and not just metaphorically.
About the Author:
Marianna oversees the daily operations of The Dr. Wanda Pratnicka Center, skillfully advising staff members on guiding clients through the spirit removal process. Her efforts extend beyond management; she is dedicated to raising awareness about the phenomenon of spirit possession, utilizing various platforms including events, books, and digital media. In her leisure time, Marianna delights in gardening, immerses herself in reading, and explores new natural wonders.
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