Your body feels frozen. You can’t speak—but something inside you is screaming. You’re watching yourself from outside, powerless. That’s how many describe what possession feels like—a chilling, often traumatic experience that defies science.
Whether you believe in demons, spirits, or psychological episodes, the accounts below come from real people who say they’ve lived through something… otherworldly.
“I Was Aware, But Not In Control”
“It felt like I was watching myself move, talk, even yell at people—but I wasn’t the one doing it. I remember every second, but couldn’t stop it.” — Reddit user u/burntsage
This theme is common: total awareness, but zero control. Like being trapped inside your own mind while something else drives.
Physical Symptoms Reported
- Sudden changes in voice or facial expression
- Involuntary shaking or muscle tension
- Extreme temperature changes in body or surroundings
- Unexplained bruises or scratches
- Intense exhaustion after the episode ends
Some compare it to sleep paralysis—but longer and more terrifying.
“My Eyes Went Black and I Don’t Remember Anything”
“My friend said my eyes looked empty, like I was gone. I woke up two hours later in my bathtub, fully clothed and soaked. No memory of how I got there.” — TikTok user @hauntmetoo
Dissociation and blackouts are commonly linked to true stories of being possessed. Some experience complete memory loss. Others recall it all—like watching a horror movie starring themselves.
Possession vs Mental Illness
Psychologists warn that some symptoms may overlap with conditions like dissociative identity disorder or psychosis. But many experiencers argue:
- Medical tests showed nothing
- Behavior was drastically different
- There were outside witnesses to unexplainable things
“My roommate saw the ceiling light flicker violently while I screamed in a voice I didn’t recognize.” — Quora user, anonymous
What Triggers Possession?
From the stories shared, common triggers include:
- Visiting haunted or sacred sites
- Playing with ouija boards or doing summoning rituals
- Near-death experiences
- Trauma or emotional breakdowns
Notably, many victims weren’t seeking the supernatural. It found them.
Religious and Cultural Interpretations
- Christianity: Demonic possession caused by sin or spiritual vulnerability
- Islam: Jinn (spirits) may possess humans under stress or if provoked
- Shamanic traditions: Spirit possession may be healing, not harmful
Interpretations vary, but the sense of being taken over is universal.
“I Spoke in a Language I Don’t Know”
“They recorded it. I was speaking something that sounds like Latin or Hebrew. I don’t know either. I watched the video and couldn’t believe it was me.” — Reddit user u/veilbetween
Unfamiliar languages, unnatural strength, and uncharacteristic behavior are often cited in demonic possession stories.
After the Possession: The Aftermath
Many describe the post-possession phase as:
- Feeling drained or numb for days
- Forgetting the episode or replaying it obsessively
- Becoming more sensitive to spiritual energy
- Seeking religious or spiritual help
Some go on to explore spirituality more deeply. Others suffer PTSD-like symptoms.
Conclusion
Ask a dozen people what being possessed feels like, and you’ll get a dozen variations—but all will say this: it changes you.
What possession feels like isn’t just fear. It’s losing yourself while staying conscious. And whether it’s a ghost, demon, or part of your own mind—something else is in control.
Are these warnings… or invitations?
Internal Links
- Related topic: Haunted Mirrors and Their Ghostly Secrets
