Psychic Attacks: How to Recognize, Understand, and Protect Yourself

heatherannkoehn
Jul 6
4 min read

A psychic attack of negative projection being held in place and diverted.

In a world increasingly open to spiritual understanding, more people are becoming aware of the subtle energies that surround us—both helpful and harmful.

One of the more misunderstood yet impactful phenomena in the spiritual realm is the psychic attack.

Whether you’re energy-sensitive or simply feeling unusually off, it’s important to understand what a psychic attack is, how it might affect you, and what you can do to guard against it.

What Is a Psychic Attack?

A psychic attack occurs when someone, consciously or unconsciously, sends negative energy your way with the intent to harm, manipulate, drain, or control.

These attacks may originate from unresolved jealousy, resentment, ill will, energetic vampirism, or even deliberate spiritual manipulation.

Not all psychic attacks are malicious on purpose—some are projections of emotional turmoil that cling to your energetic field.

Psychic attacks can come from:

People you know (family, partners, coworkers)
Strangers who fixate on you energetically
Energetic remnants from past relationships
Spiritual entities or attachments

How Do You Know You're Under Psychic Attack?

Psychic attacks often manifest subtly at first but may intensify if ignored. You might be under a psychic attack if you experience some of the following symptoms, especially when they arise suddenly or without a clear cause:

Emotional Symptoms:

Sudden waves of anxiety, fear, or dread
Obsessive or intrusive thoughts that don’t feel like your own
Extreme irritability or mood swings
Depression that doesn’t feel like it belongs to you

Physical Symptoms:

Fatigue or exhaustion without physical exertion
Headaches, tightness in the chest, or nausea that comes and goes
Disturbed sleep, nightmares, or sleep paralysis
Sudden illness or a drained feeling after encountering someone

Energetic Symptoms:

Feeling "watched" or like something is clinging to you
A sense of heaviness in your aura or energetic field
Losing your ability to focus or make clear decisions
A feeling that something is siphoning your energy

What Should You Suspect?

If you’re experiencing these symptoms, it’s important to check in with both the physical and metaphysical causes.

Has someone been sending you hostile thoughts, envy, or resentment?
Are you spending time in toxic environments or around draining people?
Have you been doing energetic work without grounding or protection?
Have you closed spiritual portals or cords from previous relationships?
Are you being affected by a collective fear or societal trauma?

Not every bad feeling is a psychic attack. But if the symptoms are persistent, unexplainable, or directly follow an intense interpersonal interaction, it’s worth exploring energetically.

What Can You Do About It?

1. Ground Your Energy

Grounding is key. Walk barefoot on the Earth. Meditate with intention to connect your energy to the planet. Use grounding stones like hematite, black tourmaline, or smoky quartz.

2. Cleanse Your Aura and Space

Smoke cleansing (with sage, palo santo, mugwort, or cedar)
Salt baths with sea salt, baking soda, and essential oils
Sound healing with chimes, bowls, or frequency music
Use energetic sprays (e.g., Florida Water or crystal-infused mist)

3. Protect Your Energy

Visualize a protective bubble or golden light around you each morning
Wear protective crystals (obsidian, labradorite, amethyst)
Use spiritual shields or seals through prayer or visualization

4. Cut Energetic Cords

You can call on Archangel Michael or your highest self to assist in cutting cords that no longer serve you.

Affirm:"I now sever all cords and attachments that are not in alignment with my highest good."

5. Return to Sender

This is a neutral spiritual practice.

Say: "I return all energy that does not belong to me to its original source, with love and transmutation. I call back all parts of myself cleansed and whole."

6. Seek Support

Work with a trusted energy healer, shaman, or spiritual guide
Consult someone trained in entity removal (Daniel at vegastarhealings.com), cord cutting, or Reiki or Akashic clearing
If symptoms persist, consult with a mental or physical health provider to rule out other causes

Final Thoughts

Being psychically attacked doesn’t mean you’re weak—it means you’re energetically active and likely very perceptive.

Psychic attacks often target those who shine brightly, lead with light, or are in a time of transition. Your light may trigger unresolved shadows in others, consciously or not.

The more self-aware and energetically sovereign you become, the more resilient you are to these attacks.

Protection is not paranoia; it is spiritual hygiene.

Think of it like washing your hands—except you’re cleansing your soul.

Reflection Questions:

Do I feel energetically safe around everyone in my life?
Are there unresolved ties or emotions that may still be linked to others?
How often do I cleanse or protect my energy?
Am I in the habit of calling back my energy when I feel scattered or drained?

Ready to Go Deeper?

At Divine Black Sheep, we offer private sessions and workshops in energy protection, boundary-setting, and spiritual sovereignty.

Whether you're healing from a psychic attack or learning how to guard your light, you don’t have to go it alone.

If you feel inspired to direct your life path toward a deeper knowing, connect with Divine Black Sheep to learn more about healing arts and business workshops, community experiences, building your expertise as a teacher, or receiving private practitioner services. You're invited to email, message or schedule online today.

Reach out to us at info@divineblacksheep.com to learn more about our training programs and workshops. Unlock your potential as a high-frequency lightworker today!

Email: info@divineblacksheep.com

Psychic Attacks: How to Recognize, Understand, and Protect Yourself

What Is a Psychic Attack?