worried if I die then I will be turned into a tortured ghost

[dune7263]

I have heard of people who died through sudden tragic deaths being turned into ghosts, I am worried that will be me

 

[bipolar22]

Thank God this isn't possible. Otherwise there really would be no iota of goodness. I guess it's good to know the worst that can happen is happening in this existence. Which brings some comfort at least

 

[bananaolympus]

Yeah thats why death is the biggest mystery nobody knows if is truly the end or not, it will be horrible to be still around as a ghost, but the thing is even if you don't ctb living a life of misery would also make you a ghost in many tradition/folk tales

 

[locked*n*loaded]

Is that belief of yours rooted in some kind of religious doctrine?

 

[Kbeau]

I have heard of people who died through sudden tragic deaths being turned into ghosts, I am worried that will be me

Yes that would not be good.

 

[dune7263]

Is that belief of yours rooted in some kind of religious doctrine?

not necessarily, I have just heard of this

 

[locked*n*loaded]

not necessarily, I have just heard of this

Not trying to be flip, but I've heard of werewolves, the Easter Bunny, and Santa Claus, but that doesn't mean they exist.

 

[deadbidaylight]

Regardless of what others say, your fears are valid. Many people believe in things that can't be seen or proven, and there doesn't have to be a cultural or religious reason behind it.

The fact that no one can attest to what happens after death lends credence many fears, irrational or not. And what may seem irrational to others does not make it irrational, period. You are entitled to this fear if it is something that is plaguing you. Some people on here can be brash, and I don't think it's really intended, but can come off that way to vulnerable people. I am sorry for that. Your feelings are valid.

It is up to you at the end of the day to choose to fear what happens after death and you don't owe anyone an explanation. If you are having second thoughts due to fear of death and what happens after, it might be a good sign that it is not your time.

 

[divinemistress36]

Those that are spiritual believe that souls that die are greeted by angels/spirit guides/loved ones ect and take to the other side.

 

[Darkover]

the fact there is no evidence for ghost therefore, the overwhelming consensus is that ghosts do not exist, there's more chance of being brought back alive as a rat or a cow than there is a ghost

 

[LittleNelson]

You should watch some of the near death experience (NDE) videos on you tube. They really bring a sense of comfort about what's going to happen to us in the afterlife.

 

[Lo$t95]

Those that are spiritual believe that souls that die are greeted by angels/spirit guides/loved ones ect and take to the other side.

Those who are not? Those who were adopted and never met loved ones let alone people they knew personally?.

You should watch some of the near death experience (NDE) videos on you tube. They really bring a sense of comfort about what's going to happen to us in the afterlife.

The movie "martyrs" will inform you enough. This might sound like bullshit but I worked in content moderation for years and I think will desensitise you enough to CTB - (if that is what you wish otherwise forget it.)

 

[divinemistress36]

Those who are not? Those who were adopted and never met loved ones let alone people they knew personally?.

The movie "martyrs" will inform you enough. This might sound like bullshit but I worked in content moderation for years and I think will desensitise you enough to CTB - (if that is what you wish otherwise forget it.)

I dont have the answers was just saying what those who have had ndes report.

 

[Lo$t95]

I dont have the answers was just saying what those who have had ndes report.

Apologies sincerely to you Divinemistress36.
my comment wasn't an attack.

 

[divinemistress36]

Apologies sincerely to you Divinemistress36.
my comment wasn't an attack.

I know :)

 

[Lo$t95]

I know :)

Thank you.

 

[oneeyed]

I always laugh at those ghost hunting crews they have on TV or YouTube or whatever. Every ghost is always earlier than 1940 and they throw shit everywhere but never seem to hit the dude carrying the big ass camera. I guess a millenial ghost taking selfies with the ghost hunter doesn't make for good TV. Hopefully my post made you laugh a little and be a little more at ease.

 

[avalonisburning]

Something to consider that may help you feel better:

Humans have been on earth for hundreds of thousands of years, and yet you never hear any stories about unexpected encounters with ghosts of cavemen, hunter-gatherers, ancient Egyptians, or medieval serfs. People from eras of humanity where sudden and tragic deaths were a fact of life. The ghosts are always from the 18th Century and later. That would mean ghosts are less an objective truth and more a manifestation of cultural expectations, or if you want to really believe they're real, their spiritual energy wanes over time, meaning they eventually fade away for good. Regardless of which path you want to take, I think you'll be fine in the long run.

 

[banger12]

I have heard of people who died through sudden tragic deaths being turned into ghosts, I am worried that will be me

That fear can certainly be alarming, and although I'm an atheist with a materialistic view on metaphysics who is tempted to cast doubt on the possibility, I technically don't know.

You have my sympathy, I'm sure the fear is terrifying.

If I am wrong and there is a hell I know that's where I'm going. I'm a massive piece of shit so yeah lol ig I feel something similar.

 

[zentiiicharcoal]

I have heard of people who died through sudden tragic deaths being turned into ghosts, I am worried that will be me

I really wish this would happen. I just worry about being stuck to the location of my death, though ive watched a lot of NDE experiences that all had a similar experience of being able to choose or think and go, if chosen not to pass through some portal or something. Sounds fictional, but i hold to this belief. I'd like to be able to visit or look over someone after death. I just don't want to experience it in a physical realm anymore.

 

[dune7263]

Something to consider that may help you feel better:

Humans have been on earth for hundreds of thousands of years, and yet you never hear any stories about unexpected encounters with ghosts of cavemen, hunter-gatherers, ancient Egyptians, or medieval serfs. People from eras of humanity where sudden and tragic deaths were a fact of life. The ghosts are always from the 18th Century and later. That would mean ghosts are less an objective truth and more a manifestation of cultural expectations, or if you want to really believe they're real, their spiritual energy wanes over time, meaning they eventually fade away for good. Regardless of which path you want to take, I think you'll be fine in the long run.

thank you, this was really comforting

 

[Whale_bones]

The ghosts are always from the 18th Century and later. That would mean ghosts are less an objective truth and more a manifestation of cultural expectations, or if you want to really believe they're real, their spiritual energy wanes over time, meaning they eventually fade away for good. Regardless of which path you want to take, I think you'll be fine in the long run.

thank you, this was really comforting

Also, ghosts are always fully dressed. Why not naked ghosts? Why would they need to wear clothes at all? What about all the people that die in tragic accidents, where their clothes get torn and messed up. If they have to forever wear the outfit they died in, wouldn't we occasionally see a ghost with their pants ripped and their butt hanging out?

This is just to add another perspective when thinking through this stuff, ghosts/spirits are a very common fear in many cultures and I don't judge you at all for worrying about it. I think when you're able to talk through and examine this stuff, it helps to ease worry and consider where these beliefs might have come from (like @avalonisburning mentions).

 

[J&L383]

Not trying to be flip, but I've heard of werewolves, the Easter Bunny, and Santa Claus, but that doesn't mean they exist.

 

[Eudaimonic]

Also, ghosts are always fully dressed. Why not naked ghosts? Why would they need to wear clothes at all? What about all the people that die in tragic accidents, where their clothes get torn and messed up. If they have to forever wear the outfit they died in, wouldn't we occasionally see a ghost with their pants ripped and their butt hanging out?

This is just to add another perspective when thinking through this stuff, ghosts/spirits are a very common fear in many cultures and I don't judge you at all for worrying about it. I think when you're able to talk through and examine this stuff, it helps to ease worry and consider where these beliefs might have come from (like @avalonisburning mentions).

Why Do Ghosts Wear Clothes? | Psi Encyclopedia

The question ‘Why do ghosts wear clothes’ is sometimes posed as a skeptical retort to reports of ghosts and apparitions. In fact, ghosts do usually appear fully clad, and some of the issues this raises are briefly considered here.

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