Understanding Demons: Shadows as Teachers

Demons aren’t what we’ve been taught to believe they’re not evil monsters trying to ruin our lives. Instead, they’re reflections of parts of us we’ve disowned or rejected. They represent aspects of our shadow, the parts of ourselves we don’t want to face. When we blame demons for our thoughts, urges, or actions, we’re actually avoiding taking responsibility for our own choices and feelings.  

Demons amplify what’s already there inside us, like feelings of disconnection, fear, or even selfishness. For example, if we feel powerless or desperate to get what we want, we might unconsciously align with certain energies (or unconscious 'contracts') that make us act in harmful ways. It’s not that demons are forcing us they’re just mirroring back the patterns we’re already stuck in.

Instead of fearing or fighting demons, the most powerful thing we can do is stop blaming and demonising them and start owning what they reflect. When we take responsibility for our thoughts, emotions, and actions, we take back our power. This doesn’t mean demons are 'bad.' They’re not enemies of God, Source, or the Universe they’re just beings who perceive themselves as separate.

Their role is to amplify and highlight what’s already present, sometimes even pushing things to a breaking point so we can awaken and make new choices. For example, if someone feels powerless and craves control, they might unknowingly invite an energy that helps them dominate others. Over time, this can lead to painful consequences, like losing relationships, which might eventually inspire them to choose connection over control.

Or another example A person who feels overwhelmed by pain might invite an energy that encourages escapism through substance use, distractions, or avoidance. While this might bring temporary relief, it could also result in deeper feelings of disconnection and dissatisfaction. Eventually, they may learn to face their pain directly and find healing through connection and self compassion.

Or someone who feels unsafe in the world may unconsciously align with a defensive energy that helps them build walls, keep others at a distance, or project an intimidating presence. While this might protect them temporarily, over time, the isolation it causes could become unbearable, prompting them to explore healthier ways to create boundaries and experience genuine safety.

Or a person who constantly feels unseen and undervalued might attract an energy that amplifies their ambition, driving them to achieve external success and recognition. However, as they climb the ladder of achievement they might feel emptier than ever, realizing that external validation can never fill an internal void. This could lead them to prioritize self acceptance over external approval.

Demons remind us to face our shadows and heal our disconnection. They are not inherently harmful, they bring medicine for our unmet needs, offering us the opportunity to see and heal the parts of ourselves that we’ve ignored, disowned, or suppressed

When we meet our needs in healthy, direct ways, we’re no longer an unconscious match for these energies. The lesson isn’t about exorcising demons it’s about integrating what they represent within us. They aren’t 'bad' they’re teachers, showing us where we need to grow and reconnect to love.