Before I start, believe what you want. Agree with whatever you want on what I have to say, whether it's all of it, some of it, or none of it, but it would be wise to at least consider what you read.
Ok, I see there are many different thoughts on this subject. Yes, there are tons of ways to fight demons, but they are dangerous. However, there are different levels of demons. Some have neither brains nor brawn, some are really tough, and some are really smart, and some are both. In general, some demons can be laughed at by amateurs, and some are feared by experts. I am trained to fight demons, but I've found that the most efficient method is to pray. God has told me that He will let me fight, but if there's something too strong for me, He will destroy it for me. Some people don't have that advantage. Although if you want to know how to fight them, you should know.
1st step: Meditate. This is frequently misunderstood. To meditate is simply to be at peace, thinking of absolutely nothing (or one thing that you're meditating on). This is also the hardest step for me.
2nd step: Get into your mind. Or archives, or soul, or whatever you wish to call it. It really doesn't matter. Just get in there. You must know your own mind if you hope to fight spiritually.
3rd step: Learn to control your spiritual body and energy. No matter what your goal is, you should learn to move quickly, to fight, to heal, and most importantly, to shield yourself. It's simple--put your energy around you in a shield. That's basically all there is to it, but you MUST practice it. I was taught to use elemental energy; everyone has their own element or elements that they specialize in. I'm naturally good with air and fire. Again, starting is simple enough once you figure it out, but you MUST practice. Also, you should find your spirit weapon. Different people have different ways of finding them--mine just appeared. They're wrist-blades attached to spiked gauntlets. Healing is extremely important, but using it entirely depends on many factors, such as: your specialized element(s), your spirit form, and your level of training.
4th step (optional): find your spirit form (usually animal). Often your spirit form is found when you travel to the Astral Plane, but there are other methods. Generally it's an animal you feel attached to, although there are exceptions. I feel attached to trees more than animals, because I am a wood elf. I know a couple dragons, and a wolf, a sparrow, and others. Some are "mythical" (no longer in this world), and some are ordinary creatures, usually with enhanced abilities due to the magic and energy in other realms.
5th step: Fight. That's how you improve. Fight so that you know your strengths and weaknesses, so that you can improve and change your strategies and fighting styles. Practice everything from swordplay to whatever energy you use (magic, chi, simple elemental, etc). Practice fighting, healing, *shielding*, racing (as in running, flying, swimming, etc). PRACTICE.
If you want (to whoever reads this), PM me and I can give a more thorough and personal training.
