Dealing with a Haunted Household: Steps to Take When Experiencing Unexplained Scents

If you're experiencing a presence that feels like a spirit and is accompanied by a bad smell, here are some steps you can take to address the situation effectively.

1. Stay Calm

Try to remain calm and composed. Fear can heighten the situation and make it more challenging to approach the problem rationally. Deep breathing and mindfulness techniques can be helpful in maintaining composure.

2. Investigate the Source

Bad smells can sometimes have a physical cause. Check for mold, garbage, or dead animals in your home. These issues can be corrected by removing the source and cleaning the area thoroughly.

3. Clean the Area

A thorough cleaning can help alleviate strange odors. Ensure all surfaces and areas are clean and dry. Regular cleaning can also help deter any lingering sources of smell or dirt.

4. Smudging

Consider smudging your home with sage or other cleansing herbs. This is a traditional practice believed to clear negative energy. Simply light some sage and wave it around each room, asking for the spirit to leave.

5. Set Boundaries

If you believe the presence is a spirit, you can verbally set boundaries. Speak calmly but firmly, asking the spirit to leave. You might say something like, 'Spirit, please respect my home and allow me to live in peace.' Be polite but resolute.

6. Seek Professional Help

If the situation persists and you feel unsafe, consider reaching out to a professional such as a paranormal investigator or a spiritual advisor. They can provide additional support and insights.

7. Use Protective Symbols

Some people find comfort in using protective symbols or crystals around their home. These can create a buffer and help protect against negative energies.

8. Share Your Experience

Sharing your experience with friends or family can provide support and perspective. Sometimes, hearing from empathetic individuals can help you feel less alone and more supported.

Personal Experience

First, you might want to check all the closets and under beds to make sure there's no dead mouse or anything. If it really feels like a presence, light sage and politely but firmly demand that they leave your home so you can live in peace. Say 'please and thank you.' It's always worked for me.

I see spirits, so when I feel them and don’t see them, I'm suspicious. If the presence won’t leave, do the whole thing again the next day but this time be more forceful with the spirit and emphasize that you've asked them to leave already. Sage every room and open every window a crack to let any bad energy out, and allow clean energy to flow through the home. You can shut them after 10-20 minutes.

If it’s not working, I’d look up a medium or rescue medium in particular. I do not do this for a paid service; it’s case by case. I wish you peace and luck.