Baptized in Fear hits DIFFERENT after my first sleep paralysis experience

Just wanted to share a kinda spooky experience I had last night and how it completely changed my perspective on "Baptized in Fear." I've always loved the song, the eerie vibe, the way Abel's vocals convey that sense of dread and vulnerability... but last night, I lived it.

I experienced sleep paralysis for the first time. It was terrifying. I woke up but couldn't move a muscle, felt this immense pressure on my chest, and my mind was racing. I was fully conscious but completely helpless, trapped in my own body. It felt like an eternity, even though it was probably only a few minutes. The feeling of dread, the sense of something unseen being present... it was exactly the kind of unsettling atmosphere "Baptized in Fear" evokes.

Now, listening to the song, the lyrics hit so much harder. Lines like "I was baptized in fear and I'm sinking" and "My heart is beating in triple time" resonate on a whole new level. I get it now. I understand that feeling of being trapped and overwhelmed by fear. It's not just a song anymore, it's a visceral experience I can relate to.

Has anyone else had a similar experience? It's definitely given me a new appreciation for the song and Abel's ability to capture such raw and unsettling emotions.

XO