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Why do Fu Mo practitioners emphasize avoiding alcohol and protecting themselves?
English translation draft · Based on the Chinese article. This is not a word-for-word translation approved by Master Shengyuan.
Doing good still requires self-protection. Fu Mo practitioners handling external demonic influences may be affected or threatened by negative energy. A wish to help alone does not remove risk.
Avoiding alcohol is my own requirement when providing Fu Mo services. Drinking loosens will and mental focus, which is disadvantageous when responding. We hope to resolve matters through compassion and deliverance, beyond forceful expulsion. But the other party may not accept that, making wisdom, ability, and assessment of circumstances even more important. This does not encourage beginners to attempt exorcism themselves.
The person concerned must also be willing to understand and cooperate. If they see no need, the conditions may not yet be ready. Others' anxiety cannot justify bypassing their wishes.