In this spine-chilling episode, we dive deep into the infamous urban legend of Bloody Mary, exploring the dark ritual of summoning a spectral entity by chanting her name in front of a mirror. We unravel the mysterious origins of this supernatural game, examining its cultural roots and psychological underpinnings, including the Troxler effect that might explain some of its seemingly paranormal manifestations.

Join us as we share personal encounters with the legend, from bone-chilling stories of sobbing spirits to terrifying visions of headless women. We'll connect Bloody Mary to other paranormal practices like Ouija boards and mirror gazing and even introduce you to the lesser-known rocking chair baby doll ritual that shares its haunting DNA.

Are you brave enough to listen? Prepare for a journey into the shadowy world of supernatural summoning. Just don't say her name three times…

Topics Of Episode

Here's a list of places and topics discussed in the episode:

• Ritual Origins and Variations
• Historical Figures Behind the Legend
• Psychological Explanations (Troxler Effect)
• Cultural Mirror Folklore
• Personal Encounter Stories
• Rocking Chair Baby Doll Ritual
• Supernatural Movie References
• Mirror Gazing and Scrying Practices
• Potential Paranormal Risks
• Urban Legend Transmission

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What if every déjà vu moment is actually a window into another version of yourself? Join us this week on an all new Hidden in The Shadows episode as we shatter the boundaries of perception, diving deep into mind-bending experiences that challenge everything you thought you knew about reality. From spontaneous human combustion and quantum immortality to encounters with people who seem more like programmed NPCs than actual humans, this episode peels back the layers of our perceived existence.

Hear firsthand accounts of near-impossible experiences: a car crash that mysteriously resolves itself, memories that shift without explanation, and encounters so strange they'll make you question the very fabric of reality. Are we living in a simulation? Are multiple versions of ourselves playing out simultaneously in different dimensions?

Buckle up for a journey that blurs the lines between science, paranormal phenomena, and pure unexplainable mystery. By the end of this episode, you'll never look at a moment of déjà vu the same way again.

The next time reality feels... off... you might want to pay attention.

Topics Discussed In Episode

1. Déjà Vu

• Personal experiences
• Physical symptoms
• Scientific explanations

1. Mandela Effect

• Memory discrepancies
• Examples (Nelson Mandela, Bernstein Bears)
• Reality shifting theories

1. Missing Time

• Highway hypnosis
• Alien abduction experiences
• Time perception anomalies

1. Spontaneous Human Combustion

• Theories of internal body heat
• Unexplained burning cases
• Potential evolutionary explanations

1. NPC (Non-Playable Character) Theory

• Bystander effect
• Robotic/programmed human behavior
• Unusual encounters

1. Quantum Immortality

• Switching realities during near-death experiences
• Surviving alternate scenarios
• Parallel universe concepts

1. Simulation Theory

• Living in a programmed reality
• Glitches as evidence of simulation
• Cybersecurity and reality programming

1. Personal Paranormal Encounters

• Strange Target experiences
• Unusual interactions with strangers
• Near-miss accidents
• Unexplained phenomena

1. Podcast Evolution

• Five years of podcasting
• Changes in content and style
• Personal growth

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Have a paranormal experience to share? Reach out to us! Send us a message on social media, fill out our contact form, or shoot us an email (Hiddenintheshadowspodcast@gmail.com)

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In this bonus guest episode, Isaac sits down with Eric and Michelle, the brother-sister duo behind We Believe… Do You? Podcast. Lifelong lovers of all things paranormal, they open up about the eerie experiences that sparked their fascination with the unknown—and how those moments eventually led them to start telling stories on their own show. From growing up in a spiritually open household to navigating the podcasting world together, their journey is as captivating as it is relatable.

Long before they ever hit record, Eric and Michelle were already having these conversations. Now, they’re inviting others to listen in. This episode touches on a wide range of topics and brings a perspective we haven’t featured on the podcast before. So get ready—this is definitely one you don’t want to miss.

Get To Know Eric and Michelle A bit more..

Instagram : @webelievedoyou

Website: https://www.webelievedoyou.com/

As always you can find out more about our guests on our website as well [hiddenintheshadows.com]

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Have a paranormal experience to share? Reach out to us! Send us a message on social media, fill out our contact form, or shoot us an email (Hiddenintheshadowspodcast@gmail.com)

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