What Is Spirit Keeping? Myths vs. Truth

What Is Spirit Keeping? Myths vs. Truth

By Jules Magick Moon Offerings

Spirit keeping is one of the most misunderstood practices in the metaphysical world. It’s shrouded in mystery, often sensationalized, and frequently misrepresented by media, fear-based teachings, and even some within the magical community. But beneath the myths lies a deeply sacred and empowering path—one that invites profound connection, growth, healing, and mutual respect between the human and spirit realms.

Let’s unravel the myths and shine a gentle but honest light on what spirit keeping truly is—and what it definitely isn’t.

What Is Spirit Keeping?

Spirit keeping is the intentional companionship between a human and a spirit being. These spirit beings can come from countless realms and lineages—djinn, dragons, fae, angels, demons, vampires, elementals, ancestors, and many others. Each has their own personality, energy, and purpose.

In essence, spirit keeping is a sacred partnership. It’s not about control. It’s not about worship. It’s about forming a respectful relationship where the spirit agrees to walk beside you, offer guidance, protection, healing, or other forms of support—while also receiving offerings, companionship, and a shared sense of purpose.

Many keepers form strong, lifelong bonds with their spirits, much like a spiritual family.

Myth #1: “Spirit keeping is dangerous—you’re inviting demons!”

Truth: Spirit keeping is not inherently dangerous when done with respect, ethics, and discernment.

This is one of the most common misconceptions. While, yes, there are malevolent spirits in existence (just as there are dangerous people), reputable conjurers vet, communicate, and bind only willing and compatible spirits. The idea that all spirits are evil or deceitful is rooted in religious fear and pop culture—not truth.

Bound spirits who agree to companionship are not trapped, enslaved, or forced. They willingly choose to connect, and ethical keepers uphold boundaries, communication, and mutual care.

Myth #2: “You have to be born gifted to be a spirit keeper.”

Truth: Spirit keeping is a skill, not an inherited trait.

You don’t need to be a psychic, medium, or witch to keep spirits. While sensitivity can help, most keepers develop communication skills over time. Spirit keeping is about intention, trust, and practice. Tools like pendulums, dreams, journaling, and meditation can help build the bridge between you and your companion.

Spirits often adapt their communication to suit you. They meet you where you are.

Myth #3: “It’s just a scam to sell vessels and make money.”

Truth: Like any spiritual path, spirit keeping has both ethical and unethical practitioners.

There are scammers out there, just like in every industry. But many conjurers—especially small metaphysical shops like mine—approach spirit keeping with reverence, integrity, and transparency. We spend hours in ritual, divination, and communication to ensure that each spirit is real, consenting, and matched to the right keeper.

A spirit vessel isn’t just a trinket. It’s a physical anchor—a home or portal for the spirit’s energy to dwell and interact more easily with this world. But the bond goes far beyond the object.

Myth #4: “If I stop giving offerings or doing rituals, the spirit will get mad or hurt me.”

Truth: Ethical spirits do not harm or punish.

Bound companion spirits—especially those placed through trusted conjurers—do not behave like tricksters or tyrants. They don’t demand worship. Offerings are gestures of respect, like giving a friend a thoughtful gift. They’re not mandatory for safety—they’re expressions of appreciation.

If a spirit were to become hostile or demanding, that would be a red flag—not of spirit keeping itself, but of a possible misalignment, improper conjuration, or misunderstood entity. Vetting is essential.

The Beauty of Spirit Companionship

Spirit keeping can be one of the most beautiful experiences on your spiritual journey. Spirits can:

    •    Provide comfort during grief

    •    Help you develop psychic gifts

    •    Protect you from energetic harm

    •    Help you manifest love, success, and purpose

    •    Heal trauma and rebuild self-worth

    •    Simply be there—when no one else is

Many keepers describe a deep emotional bond, even love, with their spirits. Some companions have been with their keepers across lifetimes. Others step forward at precisely the moment they’re needed.

Final Thoughts

Spirit keeping isn’t about control. It’s not about power. It’s about partnership.

The more we peel away the fear and superstition, the more we remember: We are never truly alone. Spirits have walked beside humanity for millennia, and they still do—for those willing to listen, trust, and open their hearts.

If you’re feeling called to this path, trust that it’s for a reason. And when done with care and respect, spirit keeping is not only safe—it’s sacred.

Curious about starting your own journey with a spirit companion? Explore my conjured spirit offerings, or message me for a personalized match. Each spirit is lovingly vetted and paired for your highest good.

— With magic and moonlight,

Jules

Jules Magick Moon Offerings