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IN recent weeks, I have received questions from a distressed individual in Kuala Lumpur who believes that his home is haunted by a spirit that not only harasses his family but also appears to be stealing money. 

While this may sound like a plot from a horror film, many across cultures and faiths have reported eerie disturbances, unexplained theft, or unseen forces affecting peace, health and prosperity in a home.

Whether one approaches such situations through a spiritual, psychological, or traditional lens, the truth remains: when a home feels uneasy or threatening, something must be done. 

In Vasthu Sastra, the home is not just a shelter but a sacred space. 

When that sanctity is compromised, steps must be taken to cleanse and protect it.

When strange happenings occur, such as items disappearing repeatedly (especially money), sudden aggressive behaviour among family members, a sense of being watched, or recurring nightmares, these could be signs of a negative presence. 

Among the causes of this could be that some homes retain residual negativity from past traumas like death or prolonged suffering, which can attract dark forces.

Another could be a troubled land history, such as burial grounds or the site close to a forest, or it was used for illegal activities may create an unstable spiritual foundation.

Inherited antique items, spirit attachments, or unseen energy portals can also further disturb a home’s energetic harmony.

However, one must always examine all logical explanations first. 

Could someone in the home be taking the money? Is stress or mental health a factor? Are electrical or structural faults causing disturbances?

Once natural causes are ruled out, psychic remedies can be considered seriously and respectfully.

The first and most important action is to cleanse the energy of the home, removing stagnant or dark vibrations. 

Begin by thoroughly cleaning the entire space, especially forgotten corners, cupboards, and under furniture.

Then use traditional space-cleansing methods such as smudging with sage, frankincense, or camphor. 

Light the incense or herbs, and walk clockwise through the house, allowing the smoke to reach every corner while chanting mantras or prayers relevant to your faith. 

In Hindu tradition, chanting the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra can be highly effective.

Next, placing sea salt in the corners of rooms and near thresholds can absorb negativity. Leave it for 48 hours, then sweep or vacuum it and dispose of it outside the home.

Ringing a bell, playing a conch or striking a Tibetan singing bowl in each room helps break up heavy, malevolent energy.

Once the negative energies are neutralised, a house blessing is essential to invite divine protection and raise the vibration of the home. 

Regardless of faith, light a ghee or oil lamp daily at dawn and dusk in the altar of the house, the zone of divine energy. Offer flowers, incense, and prayers to your chosen deity or the universal force.

Once the house has been cleansed and blessed, protective symbols and rituals can be established to guard against future intrusions. Among them are:

* Hang seven green chillies and one lemon tied together at the main entrance. This traditional Indian practice is believed to ward off the evil eye and malevolent forces.

* Iron objects, such as a horseshoe or swastika, placed above the front door, are believed to repel ghosts and harmful spirits.

* Conduct the Vasthu Yantra ritual by burying protective yantras in the eight cardinal directions around the house to create an energetic shield against negative forces.

* Place spiritual symbols, such as a cross. Aum, Sudarshana Yantra, or images of fierce protective deities like Kali, at the main door of the house.

* Avoid keeping broken idols, cracked mirrors, or inherited antiques of unknown origin, as these may carry lingering energies from past owners.

After implementing these steps, observe the atmosphere over the next few weeks. 

If peace returns, continue daily prayers or meditations to maintain the vibrational frequency of the home.

However, if disturbances persist, it may be necessary to call in a paranormal expert or healer experienced in clearing.

Not all unexplained events are ghostly, but when spiritual or energetic interference is suspected, it is vital to act with calm faith, reverence, and knowledge. 

A house is more than bricks and walls, as it is a living space of energy. 

Just as we protect our bodies with proper care and clothing, so too must we guard our homes with spiritual consciousness.

Ghosts, if they exist, often latch on to unresolved energy or trauma. 

By bringing light, sound, prayer, and intention into the home, you are not just driving out darkness; you are transforming your space into a sanctuary.

Award-winning writer Dr T. Selva is the author of the bestsellers Vasthu Sastra Guide and Secrets of Happy Living. To get a copy, WhatsApp 019-2728464. He can be reached at drtselvas@gmail.com or Facebook: Vasthu Sastra