It’s no joke when you feel like you're not alone. I had a similar experience and started hearing whispers. Not trying to scare you, but pay attention to your dreams too, that's when they can really try to communicate. Make sure you're mentally shielding yourself; imagine a white light around you, it's supposed to protect your energy.

Classic signs of a stalker entity, pal. Your cat is picking up on it, trust your pet. Have you played with any Ouija boards lately or visited places that are rumored to be haunted? Sometimes acknowledging the presence of whatever’s stalking you gives it power. Try ignoring it, act like it isn’t there.

Did anything unusual happen at your buddy's place before you left? Maybe you disturbed something that followed you home. It's not uncommon for entities to attach to someone and hitch a ride. You can try cleansing rituals, but if it's something powerful, it might only make it angry. Document everything and consider reaching out to paranormal investigators if things escalate.

Hey, I’m new here, but that sounds terrifying! Maybe try to document what's happening? Like, take note of times when your cat freaks out or if you hear those steps again. It could help if things get weirder, right?

lol ur haunted bro, rip. but like, if u got ghost problems, I feel bad for you son, I got 99 problems but a ghost ain't one 😂

Bruh, you might wanna burn some sage around your place. And salt, don't forget salt! Just sprinkle it at your doors and windows. Sounds dumb but it's supposed to keep spirits and stuff out. Also, try to remember if you accidentally brought something home from your buddy's place that ain't yours. Could be attached to an object.

Isn't it just your mind playing tricks on ya after a horror movie binge or something? I'd install a camera if I were you, to catch these 'footsteps.' It's probably a neighborhood animal or just the house settling. About your cat, maybe it's just seen another animal outside?

Stories like this creep me out cuz they're too real!! Did you check if anything was missing from your stuff? Sometimes entities from the other side, they like to take things to let you know they're there. Keep an eye on your cat's reactions, pets sense these things WAY more than we do!