Your familiar with them as well? There's one, it looks to be male that used to stand from afar and watch and then it would run when I spotted it. Did you have similar issues?
There is a lot of debate on shadow beings. Many people like to try to say they are all one thing or another. Some try to say a certain shape (such as the human-like silhouette with what appears to be a wide-brimmed hat, being one of the common descriptions) are a specific thing, and down the list with such general descriptions.
I would have to say that they're not necessarily all one thing, and at least sometimes, should reflect their nature by their behavior.
For example, some believe they may be a sort of unintentional thought-form, or a manifestation of negativity in a place such as a very strife-ridden workplace. Some other may say the exact same entity seen is a spirit attracted to the negativity, to feed.
The latter is generally a more common claim: That shadow beings feed on negative emotions such as anger, frustration, and fear. They claim the beings will scare people to cause the release of fear, so they feed. And the more they feed, the more they grow. I can't say that's true for every case.
If they are bothering you, a banishing may help. It is something to practice, to become quick and proficient. Not all banishings are elaborate rituals, and many can be done simply with intent and visualization. Some are quite simple.
Shielding yourself may protect you, if you believe these beings are intent on harm. In fact, many people will shield themselves before they leave their home in the morning, and renew shielding during the day. It's more often than not a simple visualization of a pure white (or whatever color you believe is best for this purpose) armor, sphere, column, pyramid, whatever works best for your intent. Program it to allow negativity out but not in, and positive and beneficial energies through both directions. It takes a bit of practice, and a bit more effort at first, so I'd suggest concentrating on it at home first. But before long, you'll be able to recall your intent for the shield on a whim, anywhere.
As for other types and possibilities:
(and yes, this is all a beliefs thing, not factual, before anyone wants to take this to the bank; do your own research, and compare anything you read against your own path and beliefs)
>> Seeing a lot of shadow entities may be simply be your own awareness of energies and entities around you. Exercising this may improve perception.
But what are they? (really, nobody can say for certain but there are so very many possibilities)
>> They could be wandering spirits, and nothing more
>> They could be ghosts (spirits of the dead, remaining energy from the same, whatever your belief defines them as), observing the living
>> They could be ancestors paying a visit
>> Guardian angels
>> Etheral or astral beings close to the planar boundary (a bit of a stretch, some would say)
The running away could be surprise. Some believe entities can sense what other beings perceive, similar to how some say psychic abilities can be developed. They may be surprised that you can see them.
Really, the possibilities are vast, and depends very much on belief. It all comes down, in my opinion, to how they make you feel.
Re: shadow beings: evil or no By: .StarPower. / Novice
Post # 7 Aug 02, 2015
I have had shadow beings visit. I find them mostly "just there", and perceive them to be watching us. I have a friend who has one as constant companion. One time I was sitting on her couch, and her shadow came right in front of me. It was surprised that I wasn't her, and flew off in a bit of anger (my perception). I believe hers to be an ancestor. Mine are just visitors. Even had a shadow bird fly through my place. Scared the heck out of another friend visiting me. lol
If you are bothered, ask them to leave. I have found they are not here to hurt, just watching, or watching over, depending who or what they are.
Yeah, I'd notice multiple just out of the corner of my eye and when I look, they just leave. I don't know if they are friendly but haven't hurt me yet. They all have female shapes but I don't know how to deal with them.
They could be a number of creatures:
Ghosts,
Spirits,
Shades,
Demons,
Etc.
If you are worried about them I suggest possibly creating a sacred space around your property. You could create a protective circle around your property and use herbs such as American elder(sambucus canadensis, elecampane, holly, honesty (lunaria spp), huckleberry, Irish moss (chondrus crispus), ivy and many, many more. You could also use crystals such as clear quartz, agate, malachite and you could always use salt.
Hope this helps :)