When the Paranormal Becomes Personal – Stage 8: Resolution Attempts – “I Just Want This to Stop”

Part 8 of a 9-Part Series of The Human Journey From Dismissal to Acknowledgement

Most people do not expect to encounter anything they would describe as paranormal. Unexplained experiences are assumed to belong to stories, television programmes, or the lives of other people—not to ordinary homes, workplaces, or families. When something unusual first occurs, it is almost always dismissed, rationalised, or quietly ignored.

This blog series explores what happens when that dismissal no longer works.

Written from the perspective of an average, previously sceptical individual, each post examines a distinct stage in the psychological and emotional journey that can unfold when unexplained events persist. Rather than focusing on belief, the series focuses on impact—how confidence gives way to unease, how control is gradually lost, and how everyday life and relationships are affected.

These posts are intended to offer clarity, reassurance, and recognition to those who may see themselves reflected in the stages described, and to underline that uncertainty is not weakness, and seeking help is not an admission of belief, but a practical response to a real problem.

Stage 8: Resolution Attempts – “I Just Want This to Stop”

With acceptance comes a shift from confusion to focused action. In hindsight, it is often clear that the situation would have been far easier for all concerned had specialist help been sought earlier in the journey from dismissal to crisis. Early intervention can prevent escalation, reduce emotional strain, and limit the intensity of malevolent activity. However, even when contact is made at a later stage, Paranormal Rescue is still able to assist and, in most cases, successfully resolve the problems presented.

At this point, the urgency is no longer about proving or explaining what is happening. It is about restoring calm, safety, and a sense of normality. People begin actively seeking specialists who work with structure, experience, and restraint. They want clear processes rather than dramatic claims, and disciplined, methodical responses rather than reinforcement of fear. Paranormal Rescue is specifically trained and prepared for these situations, with the experience, protocols, and practical discipline required to intervene effectively, even in complex or long-standing cases.

Paranormal Rescue also operates with absolute discretion. The organisation has worked with a number of high-profile clients, including celebrities, and, as such, treats confidentiality as essential rather than optional. No details of any client’s case are ever disclosed without explicit permission, ensuring privacy, dignity, and trust at all times.

Individuals are far more discerning than they were in earlier stages. Having already encountered dismissal on one hand and alarmism on the other, they are wary of spectacle, exaggerated narratives, or promises of instant solutions. What they want now is stability: to feel safe in their own environment again, to sleep without tension, and to live without constant vigilance.

Outcomes naturally vary. Many people experience genuine relief following intervention, sometimes quickly, sometimes gradually. Others notice partial improvements, such as reduced intensity, longer periods of calm, or a clear shift in how the environment feels. In some cases, further work is required. While this can be frustrating, it is usually approached with greater resilience, grounded in acceptance rather than panic.

Emotional exhaustion is common throughout this process. The cumulative strain of uncertainty, fear, and disruption leaves its mark. Even when improvement occurs, people may remain cautious for a time, protecting the calm they have regained and remaining attentive to subtle changes.

Most individuals do not emerge as believers or advocates of the paranormal. Instead, they emerge quietly changed: less dismissive, more reflective, and more aware that reality may contain elements they do not fully understand. The experience no longer dominates their lives, but it permanently reshapes how they relate to the unseen, replacing certainty with humility and denial with quiet respect.

Help, if Needed.

If you or someone you know repeatedly dismisses strange experiences while quietly feeling unsettled, early guidance can prevent escalation. Confidential help is available from Paranormal Rescue, which operates as a sort of fifth emergency service, addressing incidents that fall outside the remit of police, fire, medical, or breakdown services. When unexplained disturbances disrupt normal life, Paranormal Rescue provides calm, structured support.

Written by Brian Sterling-Vete, PhD and Helen Renée Wuorio, TM, RM.

Founders of the Paranormal Rescue Organisation - www.ParanormalRescue.com

Brian Sterling-Vete is a veteran science-based paranormal researcher, field investigator, and author with decades of experience researching unexplained phenomena.

Helen Renée Wuorio is a Tarot Master, Reiki Master Teacher, and author specialising in intuitive perception, historical symbolism, and experiential consciousness research.

Together, they head Paranormal Rescue, a global organisation offering a unique and discreet emergency assistance service and support for those dealing with complex, malevolent and occasionally dangerous paranormal situations.