Ghost_Hunting_Etiquette

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Ghost Hunting Etiquette
The image and perception of a ghost has taken on so many attributes and illusions over the
centuries that
it is difficult to distinguish the difference as to what is and what isn’t a true haunting.
For some, a ghostly image may be that of a glowing translucent figure that ominously floats from
one
room of a house to the next, apparently searching for something or someone, unaware of their
own
demise. For others, poltergeists are demonic or evil entities that spend their eternal days and
nights
thinking of ways to torture, frighten and manipulate the innocent human beings that happened
upon
unfortunate territories. The notion is foolish to skeptics who think that a phantom could be
nothing more
than a person covered with a white sheet, moaning and rattling some chains to disturb the naive
and
imaginative.
There are many misconceptions about ghosts and the afterlife. Many perceived ghostly
activities can be
explained quite readily by logic or reason. Residual energy is a definite contending culprit when
deciding
whether or not there is a spirit prevailing in the area. There are also many other explanations
that need to
be explored before determining whether a house, location or person, for that matter, are
haunted.
Ghost hunters are brave, intellectual and pioneering paranormal scientists and explorers, they
courageously enter the domain of a suspected paranormal haunting. They explore locations
armed with
various technical and instrumental elements, such as cameras, thermometers, EMF detectors,
voice
recorders and more. Although these well-intentioned individuals are honorably seeking the
perplexing
truths to the existence of the afterlife, some are lacking knowledge and etiquette in a few
essential and
spiritual areas.
The first and most important step of ghost hunting is diagnosis. Is it or isn’t it a real ghost? Many
questions must be asked of the witnesses to determine if the strange activity or experiences are
truly those
of a ghost. Residual energy haunting can be determined simply by asking the homeowner,
tenant or
witnesses if the paranormal experience consisted only of feelings and emotional sensations.
Residual
energy does not manifest physical consciousness, malevolence or aggression.
Physical evaluation and study of the home or area must be conducted to rule out any logical or
reasonable
reasons for any odd activity. High concentrations of magnetic fluctuations due to ley lines or
man-made
technology can create false readings on instruments, as well as alter human perception.
In the event a real haunting, a determination must be made whether actual physical or
communicative
contact has been made. True ghosts will try to the best of their abilities to make contact of some
kind,
whether it be by moving items around the area or attempting to address the living while they are
in a
partially awakened or sleep state. Apparitions, orbs and audible sounds are all common forms
of a ghostly
presence trying to make themselves known. Often, they will become frustrated or provoked into
more
assertive attempts to make their points obvious. By poking, pushing or scratching, they prove
they do not
wish to be ignored.
It would be wise to obtain information pertaining to the history of the home and it’s former
residents as to
better understand what type of activities, negative or positive may have gone on in the home.
Better yet,
an honorable and experienced empathic psychic medium can be a very valuable asset to the
ghost hunting
team. These individuals are specifically tuned into paranormal anomalies and would be able to
distinguish
what the spirit wants and needs more effectively.
Once the ghost hunter has determined whether or not it is in fact a true haunting, the next step
is to
attempt to make contact. Almost all ghosts have a message to get across. The messages are
often
relatively clear. The most common of messages are either ‘hello’ , ‘help’ or ‘get out’! All of which
the
ghost hunter or home owner needs to acknowledge and value. If not, the entity will simply
continue
voicing it’s displeasure with your presence.
One way to attempt to make contact with the wayward soul is to simply speak to it aloud and
then allow
them to respond. Since we humans cannot usually hear their response , a tape recorder is the a
good way
to capture electric voice phenomena or EVP. Due to the high density of our dimension, the living
are
often unable to audibly distinguish voices or sounds created in another dimension that is less
dense. An
ordinary cassette recorder is somehow able to archive a spirit’s voice to manifest. This auditory
strategy
may support the living and the dead in conversation.
Etiquette is of the most utmost importance when physically and verbally approaching a
deceased human
being. No matter who officially pays the mortgage and holds the land title, the spirit believes that
this is
their territory. A ghost hunter, and home owner, must be respectful towards the ghost and their
predicament or the investigator is bound to get an adverse reaction or none at all. It’s important
to be
polite and verbally state your purpose immediately upon approaching the location. Asking the
deceased
individual’s permission to enter the premises or to take photographs is a great way to show
them they are
being respected.
One has to anticipate what the ghost may be feeling. They are obviously confused, scared,
lonely or
defensive. An example of how best to learn to appreciate and anticipate the spirits feelings and
reactions
is that of a frightened animal. If you approach a confused and terrified cat aggressively and
abruptly, what
can you expect? Well, obviously the petrified feline will either run away or attempt to hurt you in
defense.
It’s their natural and instinctive reaction to your assumed invasive presence. An animal has no
way of
knowing your innocent intentions because they are incapable of understanding or reading your
mind.
A ghost isn’t much different, the lines of communication are crossed as it is and they don’t have
the full
understanding of where they are or what’s happened to them. They’re simply reacting with
instinct when
wondering why this person with strange instruments is intruding in their home!
In saying that, we mustn’t underestimate their intelligence either, we must simply try to
understand and
gently coax them into submission. Your advance and attitude towards them is the most
important aspect
of the experience. Fear is also a factor, if your disposition is that of terror, panic or hysterical
behavior ,
they may feed off of that energy. They can themselves become afraid and unresponsive to your
requests.
In their realm, they have very little control of their existence. They wander aimlessly and
confused
through a foggy existence, wondering what to do next. A human soul can sometimes be
tormented by
memories of a terrible past. They may be reliving a painful and traumatic event over and over.
So when
someone comes into their fragile world, poking and prodding, they may lash out to protect
themselves. Or
worse yet, they may be the type that feels empowered by the fact that they can manipulate or
control a
living person again. This is usually when a haunting can become dangerous and terribly
frightening.
One of the most important things to remember is that this literally used to be a flesh and blood
human
being. A being’s personality, as well as your own, will continue into the next realm even though
your
tangible body does not. These entities, when alive, had families, jobs, memories and emotions.
They had
loved ones and were loved by others. Quite distressingly, some of these souls are bound to this
limbo for
a potentially horrible and tragic reason. Try to have empathy, consideration and compassion for
the state
that they are in.
A good point to remember when beginning your ghost hunting adventure, you’ll catch more flies
with
honey. So enter their home with respect, gratitude and a polite disposition and you may end up
with a
very cooperative spirit, hence some very good photographs.A ghost, spirit or specter is a
compilation of
many different elements. First and foremost, it is the essence and energy of a previously living
human
being lacking all of it’s physical senses, sight, sound, touch, etc. Second, it is a mass of feeling
and pure
thought. Thirdly, a ghost is a elemental being sustained by an energetically charged
environment. Many
elements are required to establish the formation of this elusive entity. Energy, first and foremost
is
essential for it’s existence.
Upon entering an environment where a suspected spirit resides, it is essential to allow the spirit
the
opportunity to manifest. If the researchers and ghost hunters charge in with lights out and
cameras
blazing, the spirit may be right intimidated and become reclusive. There must be a common
courtesy from
both parties for a successful investigation to be fruitful. Poking and provoking the spirit, while
occasionally effective, can result in unwanted physical attacks or no results at all.
Let’s review what our basic understanding of ghosts from a scientific standpoint for a moment.
All
theories and assumed facts based on our experiences, technology and experiments.
First, ghosts vibrate at a higher frequency in their realm than our own due to their lack of
physical
substance. Our realm having a heavier density and a substantially lower frequency of vibration,
causes us
to lack the ability to communicate properly with these entities. This assumed fact has been
established by
the use of electromagnetic field detectors, electronic voice phenomena and various other
technology
based methods.
Second, ghosts need a substantial amount of energy to manifest in our realm. It is alleged that
when an
entity is trying to manifest, many amazing environmental changes begin to take place. The area
of
manifestation becomes increasingly cooler, much colder than it’s surroundings and previous
readings of
the area. The air becomes more dense and significantly charged with electromagnetic energy,
hence the
common observation of eye witnesses stating that the hairs on the back of their neck stood up.
Batteries
and sources of energy are occasionally drained or manipulated. Lights flickering or electronic
equipment
turning on and off may be an example of energy manipulation upon a spirit’s attempt to
complete
formation. This, in theory, is the entity attempting to draw as much energy out the area as
possible to
visibly manifest. A ghost’s energetic temperature signature has been recorded with the help of a
thermal
camera.
There are many forms that an entity can assume, based on the amount of energy it can
consume at that
present moment. There is the ominous floating orb of light, the lightweight mist, the dark and
sinister
looking shadow, various invisible and physically assertive forms and ultimately the fully formed
torso
apparition. Their abilities to manifest seem to be dependent on the use and availability of some
forms of
energy. In a home, they utilize lights, batteries and other man-made technologies to enhance
their
abilities. Outside, where it seems there would be little source of extracting energy, there are ley
lines, air
charged by naturally occurring friction and electricity as well as various sources of certain rock
and
minerals.
So, based on this basic information that we living folks have gathered over the years pertaining
to the
existence of the other side, we can finally put it to good use. My first proposal is that when
performing a
ghost hunting expedition is to provide an energy source for the entities to utilize. As ghost
hunters, much
of our technological equipment relies on the premise of being in complete darkness. That is all
well and
good, but it can deprive the entity of any form of energy to use for manifestation.
In one television episode, our beloved TAPS (The Atlantic Paranormal Society) ghost hunters
were
working on a case concerning a light house. The entities were heard and seen from the very
peak of the
lighthouse, but throughout the episode and the general stories from eye witnesses, the spirits
rarely
ventured far from that area. This episode contained some amazing and clear footage of the
entities peering
over the railing and coming down the lighthouse stairs. It would seem that this was their chosen
home due
to, in my opinion, the immense power that the giant light emits at a constant rate. I found it
interesting
how in the event of complete darkness, the entities maintained their visible forms for lengthy
periods of
time, possibly using the strongest potential and residual energy light source within the area.
One must remember how much work and effort it takes for them to transform themselves to our
level.
They are barely aware of our presence in general, as well as the fact that they cannot perform
efficiently
in our realm’s particular density. Where they exist, it is confusing and foggy at best. For us living
people,
we could not function in an environment with very little oxygen, we would be disorientated and
would
have extreme difficulty performing even the most simple of actions. This is how it is for those
trying to
lower their vibrations from a higher vibration realm, except energy is their oxygen.
A couple of theories that substantiates the need for more energy in the air is that of the
noticeable
paranormal activity increases during electrical storms and barometric pressure changes. With
lightening
charging all the particles in the air, the air itself becomes a conduit of pure energy for the spirits
to utilize.
There are many examples of communication barriers in our own existence. An example is that
of a
hearing person and a deaf person. We acknowledge the fact that some people are incapable of
understanding what we are trying to say with our voice. We then adapt ourselves to their needs.
By using
sign language we’ve established a bridge for crossing the communication gap. In this
compassionate and
dignified manner, we are respecting the hearing impaired. A ghost isn’t any different in that
respect. We
simply need to adapt ourselves and our perceptions to find a way to communicate.
Psychics in general, if they are truly such and not dishonest, emit a particularly high vibration
when
attempting to communicate with a ghost. A psychic actually raises the particle acceleration of
their own
vibration within their aura and general surroundings allowing a spirit the opportunity to
potentially
communicate. Everyone though can alter their aura or energy field to communicate with the
other side, it
simply requires practice and trust in your own abilities. The adapted energy field that a psychic
emits is
like a virtual beacon to the paranormal. That is why people who are considered sensitives or
empaths are
more able to potentially attract and communicate with the desired entities.
But seeing that nowadays we desperately want undeniable and factual proof that the ghosts
exist, we must
utilize human technology as much as possible. The perfect end result being an actual
videotaped interview
with a spirit exchanging information.
We are called ghost ‘hunters’ right? Let’s break down the implication of a hunter. A hunter
travels to the
potential prey’s location, their natural environment. The hunter sets up various traps, baits and
strategies
as to best capture his opponent, correct? There are certain rules and common senses that the
hunter uses to
entice his prey, based on observation and research. Should we apply the term ‘hunter’ to
ourselves as
paranormal investigators, we see that we are attempting to ‘capture’ a certain unpredictable
prey. The
problem is, we are not complying with the prey’s rules.
If it’s energy the prey desires, we must comply to the rules. Yes?
If ghosts are drawing energy to themselves to create electromagnetic fields, it must be
necessary for them
to do this in order to manifest and communicate. We must recreate an energy source from
which they can
draw so that they can charge their existing density in order to allow more efficient permeability
of free
space. Essentially luring them in as they are enticed by the energy.
If you become a ghost ‘observer’ as well as a hunter, you’re more likely to understand the
nature of the
prey. When zoos keep animals in captivity, they observe and then recreate the natural
environment of the
animal to the best of their abilities, to better understand, appreciate and welcome the animal to
it’s new
habitat.
Shouldn’t we then abide by the natural and unnatural environmental requests of the
paranormal? We have
been attempting to infiltrate this unnatural environment with our own natural understanding of
our own
laws of physics. We must adapt our thinking to accommodate the experimental environment and
habitat
of our chosen test subject.
How can we possibly understand a paranormal idea if we do not entertain the idea of altering
our own
perceptions of normal.
So, in combining the theories that ghosts need energy to manifest and communicate on our
realm, we
should then attempt to find a source of energy that can be safely placed within the desired area
of effect. I
think we may have to play with many forms of energy to find a satisfactory suitor, but with
patience and
trial and error, we will find it.
Recreating high emissions of electromagnetic energy in itself is very dangerous. Studies show
that high
levels can cause a human very unpleasant symptoms. Nausea, paranoia and dizziness are
among the
common symptoms, not to mention hallucinations. Many hauntings have been debunked due to
high
levels of electromagnetic energy found in a home. Poor wiring and older technology are just a
few items
that can produce these emissions.
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creating
usable energy. I would suggest trying static electricity. Remember back in science class when
the teacher
brought out the static ball machine. It’s called a Van DeGraff Generator. It can safely produce
between
200,000 and 250,000 volts, creating enough charge to make the average person’s hair stand
completely on
end. It can literally create a miniature lightening effect within a controlled circumference,
therefore
charging the atmosphere, possibly enough to help enable a spirit to manifest.
One woman whom contacted me about a potential haunting in her home, said she often heard
the sound of
static electricity popping before a strange and unexplained paranormal event would occur in her
home.
These are just examples in how to expand your perception and help you understand that there
are ideas
out there yet to be discovered. Don’t limit yourselves and your experiments to only what you
have learned
from others, explore and trust your instincts. You may just be the one to discover the true
secrets hiding
behind the paranormal veil.
With all ghost hunting expeditions, safety is number one. Getting the evidence you want is a
definite plus,
but we must remember to treat both the homeowner and unseen house guest with both respect
and dignity.
With so many questions pertaining to the paranormal, it’s hard to grasp what the truth really is.
The
mystery of the glowing orbs in photos, the ominous electronic voice phenomena, why ghosts are
seen
wearing clothes and the ultimate question of why on earth do these deceased earthly patrons
cling to the
mortal realm. It’s easy to understand why so many living individuals are frightened, and
sometimes
petrified, by these anonymous unknowns.
For the majority of the population, the question of whether or not these mysterious anomalies
actually
exist is still up for debate. But for most ghost hunters, we’re pretty convinced they exist. Too
many
unexplained experiences occur for us to simply cast them aside as imagination or coincidence.
Far too
many eerie and bizarre events have happened that we inevitably cannot logically explain with
rational and
scientific probabilities.
Passionately, we ghost hunters march forward into dark and unknown territory. With flashlights
blazing
and sweaty palms clutching our recorders, we stumble through poorly lit domains. Hearts
pounding, eyes
scanning the environment diligently and ears set to sensitive. All senses are heightened and
ready to catch
that all important and desired moment of glory. We brave cold weather, long nights, cramped
closets and
damp basements, all in the name of paranormal science.
Then, in the darkness, a light of hope emerges. There is movement, there is an ominous figure
standing
just a few feet away. We cling to our camera, we call to our crew, we reach for the recorder to
catch any
unearthly whispers of EVP (electronic voice phenomena). It’s just hovering there, waiting.
Question is…now what? The moment you’ve been waiting for all your paranormal investigating
life and
you don’t have a clue what to do or say.
This is where science and the paranormal may clash a little. True, you could ask questions and
hope that
the electronic voice phenomena with capture the secrets of the dead. You could attempt to
speak to the
apparition verbally and hope that the lines of communication have good reception that day and
they will
be able to be heard audibly. But the most effective way to communicate is through telepathy.
I know, that sounds like unscientific mumbo jumbo, but we are not dealing with an exact science
here are
we? This is where your intuition, your dusty, rarely used sixth sense is going to have to kick into
gear.
There are a few ways that ghosts communicate at a telepathic level. They can verbalize words
through
thoughts. Just like a radio wave, they send out the thought and the intuitive part of your brain
can ‘hear’
it. It is a very primitive form of telepathy, but yes, you have it. We all do, most of us just never
use it. The
challenge with this form of communication is that it is difficult to determine what is imagination,
your
own thoughts or the actual spirit’s words. Quite honestly, the spirits voice and thoughts are
vastly
different from your own, so it’s not as difficult to distinguish once you recognize the difference.
Another way that they may communicate is by sending waves of pictures into your
consciousness.
Flashes of places, people and events may involuntarily dance into your thoughts. Don’t ignore
these, trust
your rusty sixth sense. These images may hold clues as to what the spirit wants from you or to
tell you.
They are on this realm for a reason, usually to right a wrong that occurred in life, they are trying
to help
you to understand what they need to say.
Thirdly, communication can occur with intense sensations. They can impress physical sensation
onto you
possibly explaining what caused their death. This can be unpleasant, but not intolerable. You
may just
feel a tingling or light pain where the ghost incurred injury in life.
So this is how they may communicate with you, how do you communicate in return?
Oddly enough, speaking out loud can be effective, but even more effective is writing out what
you are
speaking. When writing, a subconscious area of the brain is activated and can enable the spirit
to better
interpret what you are attempting to articulate. Ouija boards work in the same way, while
concentrating
on the board, you are essentially keeping the conscious part of your brain occupied therefore
allowing
your subconscious to explore more efficiently.
Considering that spirits can utilize EVP recordings to their advantage, one might hypothesize
that the
reverse would also be effective. If one could adjust the frequency to the opposite end of the
spectrum of
what the ghost uses to imprint their voice, we may be able to have a two way radio effect with
the other
side.
Controlling one’s fears and apprehensions are crucial when attempting communication. Spirits
are
essentially concentrated psychic emotion. Every minor or major emotion that courses through
you, they
are acutely aware of. Their realm differs than ours in that respect because without a dense and
all-encumbering human body, they are pure thought energy. They have no concern with hot,
cold, tired or
sick. They simply exist in an element of pure intuition.
Considering all of these aspects, there is still one last task to complete once you have your
correspondence cleared up. The puzzle of what they desire. They would not attempt
communication if
they truly didn’t desire a resolution of some sort and being the good paranormal citizen that you
are, you
of course wish to help.
Don’t be afraid to return to a location several times if you feel that help is needed and it may
take several
tries to develop an understanding of what the entity needs. There is a place of better rest and
joy for them
once they feel they have succeeded in tending to their earthly concerns.
Transparent apparitions of delicate pasts tell tales of heartache, woes and sorrows. Aimlessly
pacing an
endless hall of regret and earthly desires. Ghosts penetrate our oblivious and simple
understanding of the
normal realm. Causing confusion, fear and unrest, these creatures of the paranormal world
infiltrate our
natural concepts of conscious comfort with their disquiet disruption of earthly logic.
When entering the ranks of a professional ghost hunter, one must attempt to reconcile fears and
preconceived notions of the paranormal. Enter into the domain of the supernatural with a clean
slate of
expectation. Every experience with the unnatural will be as unique as meeting a new
acquaintance at a
party. Individuality is just as vast on the other side as it is here in the living world.
Just as we would be cautious of the spirits’ intentions in the haunted home, we must be cautious
of who
we invite along on the quest. Your paranormal team members must be chosen with the implicit
expectation of honesty and integrity. Choose wisely when interviewing members of your
investigative
posse, unfortunately there are many unsavory characters in the living realm that may cause
more upset in
a client’s home than the unwanted invisible guest.
Stealing, damaging or disrespectful tendencies must be vehemently avoided when forming a
quality
paranormal team. Formal background checks with police officials is highly recommended when
considering any new investigator. Having the new recruit sign an official bond agreement stating
personal
responsibility of obligation would be advised.
Beyond the tedious, but necessary, paperwork and formalities, the selected newbie should be
extensively
trained in the safety, technology and protocol requirements. Establish basic parameters and
guidelines for
basic ghost hunting procedures. Mental and emotional stability should be factored into an initial
interview, someone who has a history of paranoid schizophrenia or anxiety attacks may want to
rethink
their paranormal investigative intentions.
Taping down equipment wiring throughout the house and performing an extensive tour of the
home’s
geography are both essential safety factors.
Be sure to inform your newest detective in the basic knowledge of your chosen equipment. It
would be a
shame to have been in the midst of a visual paranormal breakthrough and have had the
camera’s lens cap
on. Run through the usage, storage and maintenance of your equipment.
Establish an organized guideline of your investigative procedures. It’s embarrassing and time
consuming
to simply wander into a home and not know what to do next. Have specific goals and efficient
plans for
your ghost hunt, proficiency may be the key to your success.
Additional insurance in case of accidental damage by you or your team should definitely be
considered as
well as coverage for team members in case of injury.
Dishing out cash for vast quantities of batteries is a simple reality you must face, it may be
prudent to
suggest that there be a monthly contribution from all members to compensate for these and
other
necessary costs. Wholesale stores may sell batteries in bulk for less.
Other considerations while stealthily hunting the elusive entity in closed quarters would be noise
control
of the team. It may be wise to suggest team mates wear slippers rather than shoes that click or
squeak,
causing unnecessary noise pollution. Any accessories, such as jewelry, should be removed if
they have a
tendency to produce a jingle. Check clothing before progressing through the home for audible
friction,
some fabrics when rubbed together can cause quite the disruption, so no eighties windbreakers,
sexy
leather pants or funky corduroy please. Stay in the investigative fashion with good old
breathable and
quiet cotton.
Outside attire should be considered if scouting the grounds will be necessary. Warm jackets and
gloves
will hopefully prevent any teeth chattering that can override catching any of the all important
EVP
(electronic voice phenomena).
Brimmed hats should go due to the visual impediment they may cause. One’s line of sight is
considerably
reduced by the need to hide one’s bad hair day. Often times, there are reflective buttons and
clasps as well
that may cause confusion when light is reflected, allowing members to inadvertently assume an
orb was
captured. Keep this in mind as well with clothing choice, the less reflective items visually, the
better.
An important point to consider, make sure all of your team members have had sufficient food,
water and
rest. Low blood sugar, dehydration or excessive fatigue can lead to the discouraging failure of a
ghost
hunt. The last thing you need is someone fainting from hunger or having mild hallucinations
from
exhaustion when trying to prove yourself professional paranormal scientists. It goes without
saying that
any member that arrives at the location intoxicated or under the influence of drugs should be
escorted
home.
Possibly having the homeowner convey discretely to the neighbors that there will be strangers
parading in
the dark with flashlights in their home at an odd hour would be a definite consideration, unless
you would
like a minor visitation from the boys in blue.
Politely asking your client to find a babysitter for their pets while you are conducting an
investigation
would be wise. The less disruption in the home, the better. You wouldn’t want Casper the
friendly feline
being responsible for ominous shadow in the basement nor would you want him jumping out of
a closet
and causing near heart failure for your poor team members.
All in all, your ghost hunt should contain elements of intelligent investigative skills, respectful
scientific
approach and an open mind willing to spelunk the mysterious caves of the paranormal.

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Ghost Hunting Etiquette
The image and perception of a ghost has taken on so many attributes and illusions over the
centuries that
it is difficult to distinguish the difference as to what is and what isn’t a true haunting.
For some, a ghostly image may be that of a glowing translucent figure that ominously floats from
one
room of a house to the next, apparently searching for something or someone, unaware of their
own
demise. For others, poltergeists are demonic or evil entities that spend their eternal days and
nights
thinking of ways to torture, frighten and manipulate the innocent human beings that happened
upon
unfortunate territories. The notion is foolish to skeptics who think that a phantom could be
nothing more
than a person covered with a white sheet, moaning and rattling some chains to disturb the naive
and
imaginative.
There are many misconceptions about ghosts and the afterlife. Many perceived ghostly
activities can be
explained quite readily by logic or reason. Residual energy is a definite contending culprit when
deciding
whether or not there is a spirit prevailing in the area. There are also many other explanations
that need to
be explored before determining whether a house, location or person, for that matter, are
haunted.
Ghost hunters are brave, intellectual and pioneering paranormal scientists and explorers, they
courageously enter the domain of a suspected paranormal haunting. They explore locations
armed with
various technical and instrumental elements, such as cameras, thermometers, EMF detectors,
voice
recorders and more. Although these well-intentioned individuals are honorably seeking the
perplexing
truths to the existence of the afterlife, some are lacking knowledge and etiquette in a few
essential and
spiritual areas.
The first and most important step of ghost hunting is diagnosis. Is it or isn’t it a real ghost? Many
questions must be asked of the witnesses to determine if the strange activity or experiences are
truly those
of a ghost. Residual energy haunting can be determined simply by asking the homeowner,
tenant or
witnesses if the paranormal experience consisted only of feelings and emotional sensations.
Residual
energy does not manifest physical consciousness, malevolence or aggression.
Physical evaluation and study of the home or area must be conducted to rule out any logical or
reasonable
reasons for any odd activity. High concentrations of magnetic fluctuations due to ley lines or
man-made
technology can create false readings on instruments, as well as alter human perception.
In the event a real haunting, a determination must be made whether actual physical or
communicative
contact has been made. True ghosts will try to the best of their abilities to make contact of some
kind,
whether it be by moving items around the area or attempting to address the living while they are
in a
partially awakened or sleep state. Apparitions, orbs and audible sounds are all common forms
of a ghostly
presence trying to make themselves known. Often, they will become frustrated or provoked into
more
assertive attempts to make their points obvious. By poking, pushing or scratching, they prove
they do not
wish to be ignored.
It would be wise to obtain information pertaining to the history of the home and it’s former
residents as to
better understand what type of activities, negative or positive may have gone on in the home.
Better yet,
an honorable and experienced empathic psychic medium can be a very valuable asset to the
ghost hunting
team. These individuals are specifically tuned into paranormal anomalies and would be able to
distinguish
what the spirit wants and needs more effectively.
Once the ghost hunter has determined whether or not it is in fact a true haunting, the next step
is to
attempt to make contact. Almost all ghosts have a message to get across. The messages are
often
relatively clear. The most common of messages are either ‘hello’ , ‘help’ or ‘get out’! All of which
the
ghost hunter or home owner needs to acknowledge and value. If not, the entity will simply
continue
voicing it’s displeasure with your presence.
One way to attempt to make contact with the wayward soul is to simply speak to it aloud and
then allow
them to respond. Since we humans cannot usually hear their response , a tape recorder is the a
good way
to capture electric voice phenomena or EVP. Due to the high density of our dimension, the living
are
often unable to audibly distinguish voices or sounds created in another dimension that is less
dense. An
ordinary cassette recorder is somehow able to archive a spirit’s voice to manifest. This auditory
strategy
may support the living and the dead in conversation.
Etiquette is of the most utmost importance when physically and verbally approaching a
deceased human
being. No matter who officially pays the mortgage and holds the land title, the spirit believes that
this is
their territory. A ghost hunter, and home owner, must be respectful towards the ghost and their
predicament or the investigator is bound to get an adverse reaction or none at all. It’s important
to be
polite and verbally state your purpose immediately upon approaching the location. Asking the
deceased
individual’s permission to enter the premises or to take photographs is a great way to show
them they are
being respected.
One has to anticipate what the ghost may be feeling. They are obviously confused, scared,
lonely or
defensive. An example of how best to learn to appreciate and anticipate the spirits feelings and
reactions
is that of a frightened animal. If you approach a confused and terrified cat aggressively and
abruptly, what
can you expect? Well, obviously the petrified feline will either run away or attempt to hurt you in
defense.
It’s their natural and instinctive reaction to your assumed invasive presence. An animal has no
way of
knowing your innocent intentions because they are incapable of understanding or reading your
mind.
A ghost isn’t much different, the lines of communication are crossed as it is and they don’t have
the full
understanding of where they are or what’s happened to them. They’re simply reacting with
instinct when
wondering why this person with strange instruments is intruding in their home!
In saying that, we mustn’t underestimate their intelligence either, we must simply try to
understand and
gently coax them into submission. Your advance and attitude towards them is the most
important aspect
of the experience. Fear is also a factor, if your disposition is that of terror, panic or hysterical
behavior ,
they may feed off of that energy. They can themselves become afraid and unresponsive to your
requests.
In their realm, they have very little control of their existence. They wander aimlessly and
confused
through a foggy existence, wondering what to do next. A human soul can sometimes be
tormented by
memories of a terrible past. They may be reliving a painful and traumatic event over and over.
So when
someone comes into their fragile world, poking and prodding, they may lash out to protect
themselves. Or
worse yet, they may be the type that feels empowered by the fact that they can manipulate or
control a
living person again. This is usually when a haunting can become dangerous and terribly
frightening.
One of the most important things to remember is that this literally used to be a flesh and blood
human
being. A being’s personality, as well as your own, will continue into the next realm even though
your
tangible body does not. These entities, when alive, had families, jobs, memories and emotions.
They had
loved ones and were loved by others. Quite distressingly, some of these souls are bound to this
limbo for
a potentially horrible and tragic reason. Try to have empathy, consideration and compassion for
the state
that they are in.
A good point to remember when beginning your ghost hunting adventure, you’ll catch more flies
with
honey. So enter their home with respect, gratitude and a polite disposition and you may end up
with a
very cooperative spirit, hence some very good photographs.A ghost, spirit or specter is a
compilation of
many different elements. First and foremost, it is the essence and energy of a previously living
human
being lacking all of it’s physical senses, sight, sound, touch, etc. Second, it is a mass of feeling
and pure
thought. Thirdly, a ghost is a elemental being sustained by an energetically charged
environment. Many
elements are required to establish the formation of this elusive entity. Energy, first and foremost
is
essential for it’s existence.
Upon entering an environment where a suspected spirit resides, it is essential to allow the spirit
the
opportunity to manifest. If the researchers and ghost hunters charge in with lights out and
cameras
blazing, the spirit may be right intimidated and become reclusive. There must be a common
courtesy from
both parties for a successful investigation to be fruitful. Poking and provoking the spirit, while
occasionally effective, can result in unwanted physical attacks or no results at all.
Let’s review what our basic understanding of ghosts from a scientific standpoint for a moment.
All
theories and assumed facts based on our experiences, technology and experiments.
First, ghosts vibrate at a higher frequency in their realm than our own due to their lack of
physical
substance. Our realm having a heavier density and a substantially lower frequency of vibration,
causes us
to lack the ability to communicate properly with these entities. This assumed fact has been
established by
the use of electromagnetic field detectors, electronic voice phenomena and various other
technology
based methods.
Second, ghosts need a substantial amount of energy to manifest in our realm. It is alleged that
when an
entity is trying to manifest, many amazing environmental changes begin to take place. The area
of
manifestation becomes increasingly cooler, much colder than it’s surroundings and previous
readings of
the area. The air becomes more dense and significantly charged with electromagnetic energy,
hence the
common observation of eye witnesses stating that the hairs on the back of their neck stood up.
Batteries
and sources of energy are occasionally drained or manipulated. Lights flickering or electronic
equipment
turning on and off may be an example of energy manipulation upon a spirit’s attempt to
complete
formation. This, in theory, is the entity attempting to draw as much energy out the area as
possible to
visibly manifest. A ghost’s energetic temperature signature has been recorded with the help of a
thermal
camera.
There are many forms that an entity can assume, based on the amount of energy it can
consume at that
present moment. There is the ominous floating orb of light, the lightweight mist, the dark and
sinister
looking shadow, various invisible and physically assertive forms and ultimately the fully formed
torso
apparition. Their abilities to manifest seem to be dependent on the use and availability of some
forms of
energy. In a home, they utilize lights, batteries and other man-made technologies to enhance
their
abilities. Outside, where it seems there would be little source of extracting energy, there are ley
lines, air
charged by naturally occurring friction and electricity as well as various sources of certain rock
and
minerals.
So, based on this basic information that we living folks have gathered over the years pertaining
to the
existence of the other side, we can finally put it to good use. My first proposal is that when
performing a
ghost hunting expedition is to provide an energy source for the entities to utilize. As ghost
hunters, much
of our technological equipment relies on the premise of being in complete darkness. That is all
well and
good, but it can deprive the entity of any form of energy to use for manifestation.
In one television episode, our beloved TAPS (The Atlantic Paranormal Society) ghost hunters
were
working on a case concerning a light house. The entities were heard and seen from the very
peak of the
lighthouse, but throughout the episode and the general stories from eye witnesses, the spirits
rarely
ventured far from that area. This episode contained some amazing and clear footage of the
entities peering
over the railing and coming down the lighthouse stairs. It would seem that this was their chosen
home due
to, in my opinion, the immense power that the giant light emits at a constant rate. I found it
interesting
how in the event of complete darkness, the entities maintained their visible forms for lengthy
periods of
time, possibly using the strongest potential and residual energy light source within the area.
One must remember how much work and effort it takes for them to transform themselves to our
level.
They are barely aware of our presence in general, as well as the fact that they cannot perform
efficiently
in our realm’s particular density. Where they exist, it is confusing and foggy at best. For us living
people,
we could not function in an environment with very little oxygen, we would be disorientated and
would
have extreme difficulty performing even the most simple of actions. This is how it is for those
trying to
lower their vibrations from a higher vibration realm, except energy is their oxygen.
A couple of theories that substantiates the need for more energy in the air is that of the
noticeable
paranormal activity increases during electrical storms and barometric pressure changes. With
lightening
charging all the particles in the air, the air itself becomes a conduit of pure energy for the spirits
to utilize.
There are many examples of communication barriers in our own existence. An example is that
of a
hearing person and a deaf person. We acknowledge the fact that some people are incapable of
understanding what we are trying to say with our voice. We then adapt ourselves to their needs.
By using
sign language we’ve established a bridge for crossing the communication gap. In this
compassionate and
dignified manner, we are respecting the hearing impaired. A ghost isn’t any different in that
respect. We
simply need to adapt ourselves and our perceptions to find a way to communicate.
Psychics in general, if they are truly such and not dishonest, emit a particularly high vibration
when
attempting to communicate with a ghost. A psychic actually raises the particle acceleration of
their own
vibration within their aura and general surroundings allowing a spirit the opportunity to
potentially
communicate. Everyone though can alter their aura or energy field to communicate with the
other side, it
simply requires practice and trust in your own abilities. The adapted energy field that a psychic
emits is
like a virtual beacon to the paranormal. That is why people who are considered sensitives or
empaths are
more able to potentially attract and communicate with the desired entities.
But seeing that nowadays we desperately want undeniable and factual proof that the ghosts
exist, we must
utilize human technology as much as possible. The perfect end result being an actual
videotaped interview
with a spirit exchanging information.
We are called ghost ‘hunters’ right? Let’s break down the implication of a hunter. A hunter
travels to the
potential prey’s location, their natural environment. The hunter sets up various traps, baits and
strategies
as to best capture his opponent, correct? There are certain rules and common senses that the
hunter uses to
entice his prey, based on observation and research. Should we apply the term ‘hunter’ to
ourselves as
paranormal investigators, we see that we are attempting to ‘capture’ a certain unpredictable
prey. The
problem is, we are not complying with the prey’s rules.
If it’s energy the prey desires, we must comply to the rules. Yes?
If ghosts are drawing energy to themselves to create electromagnetic fields, it must be
necessary for them
to do this in order to manifest and communicate. We must recreate an energy source from
which they can
draw so that they can charge their existing density in order to allow more efficient permeability
of free
space. Essentially luring them in as they are enticed by the energy.
If you become a ghost ‘observer’ as well as a hunter, you’re more likely to understand the
nature of the
prey. When zoos keep animals in captivity, they observe and then recreate the natural
environment of the
animal to the best of their abilities, to better understand, appreciate and welcome the animal to
it’s new
habitat.
Shouldn’t we then abide by the natural and unnatural environmental requests of the
paranormal? We have
been attempting to infiltrate this unnatural environment with our own natural understanding of
our own
laws of physics. We must adapt our thinking to accommodate the experimental environment and
habitat
of our chosen test subject.
How can we possibly understand a paranormal idea if we do not entertain the idea of altering
our own
perceptions of normal.
So, in combining the theories that ghosts need energy to manifest and communicate on our
realm, we
should then attempt to find a source of energy that can be safely placed within the desired area
of effect. I
think we may have to play with many forms of energy to find a satisfactory suitor, but with
patience and
trial and error, we will find it.
Recreating high emissions of electromagnetic energy in itself is very dangerous. Studies show
that high
levels can cause a human very unpleasant symptoms. Nausea, paranoia and dizziness are
among the
common symptoms, not to mention hallucinations. Many hauntings have been debunked due to
high
levels of electromagnetic energy found in a home. Poor wiring and older technology are just a
few items
that can produce these emissions.
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creating
usable energy. I would suggest trying static electricity. Remember back in science class when
the teacher
brought out the static ball machine. It’s called a Van DeGraff Generator. It can safely produce
between
200,000 and 250,000 volts, creating enough charge to make the average person’s hair stand
completely on
end. It can literally create a miniature lightening effect within a controlled circumference,
therefore
charging the atmosphere, possibly enough to help enable a spirit to manifest.
One woman whom contacted me about a potential haunting in her home, said she often heard
the sound of
static electricity popping before a strange and unexplained paranormal event would occur in her
home.
These are just examples in how to expand your perception and help you understand that there
are ideas
out there yet to be discovered. Don’t limit yourselves and your experiments to only what you
have learned
from others, explore and trust your instincts. You may just be the one to discover the true
secrets hiding
behind the paranormal veil.
With all ghost hunting expeditions, safety is number one. Getting the evidence you want is a
definite plus,
but we must remember to treat both the homeowner and unseen house guest with both respect
and dignity.
With so many questions pertaining to the paranormal, it’s hard to grasp what the truth really is.
The
mystery of the glowing orbs in photos, the ominous electronic voice phenomena, why ghosts are
seen
wearing clothes and the ultimate question of why on earth do these deceased earthly patrons
cling to the
mortal realm. It’s easy to understand why so many living individuals are frightened, and
sometimes
petrified, by these anonymous unknowns.
For the majority of the population, the question of whether or not these mysterious anomalies
actually
exist is still up for debate. But for most ghost hunters, we’re pretty convinced they exist. Too
many
unexplained experiences occur for us to simply cast them aside as imagination or coincidence.
Far too
many eerie and bizarre events have happened that we inevitably cannot logically explain with
rational and
scientific probabilities.
Passionately, we ghost hunters march forward into dark and unknown territory. With flashlights
blazing
and sweaty palms clutching our recorders, we stumble through poorly lit domains. Hearts
pounding, eyes
scanning the environment diligently and ears set to sensitive. All senses are heightened and
ready to catch
that all important and desired moment of glory. We brave cold weather, long nights, cramped
closets and
damp basements, all in the name of paranormal science.
Then, in the darkness, a light of hope emerges. There is movement, there is an ominous figure
standing
just a few feet away. We cling to our camera, we call to our crew, we reach for the recorder to
catch any
unearthly whispers of EVP (electronic voice phenomena). It’s just hovering there, waiting.
Question is…now what? The moment you’ve been waiting for all your paranormal investigating
life and
you don’t have a clue what to do or say.
This is where science and the paranormal may clash a little. True, you could ask questions and
hope that
the electronic voice phenomena with capture the secrets of the dead. You could attempt to
speak to the
apparition verbally and hope that the lines of communication have good reception that day and
they will
be able to be heard audibly. But the most effective way to communicate is through telepathy.
I know, that sounds like unscientific mumbo jumbo, but we are not dealing with an exact science
here are
we? This is where your intuition, your dusty, rarely used sixth sense is going to have to kick into
gear.
There are a few ways that ghosts communicate at a telepathic level. They can verbalize words
through
thoughts. Just like a radio wave, they send out the thought and the intuitive part of your brain
can ‘hear’
it. It is a very primitive form of telepathy, but yes, you have it. We all do, most of us just never
use it. The
challenge with this form of communication is that it is difficult to determine what is imagination,
your
own thoughts or the actual spirit’s words. Quite honestly, the spirits voice and thoughts are
vastly
different from your own, so it’s not as difficult to distinguish once you recognize the difference.
Another way that they may communicate is by sending waves of pictures into your
consciousness.
Flashes of places, people and events may involuntarily dance into your thoughts. Don’t ignore
these, trust
your rusty sixth sense. These images may hold clues as to what the spirit wants from you or to
tell you.
They are on this realm for a reason, usually to right a wrong that occurred in life, they are trying
to help
you to understand what they need to say.
Thirdly, communication can occur with intense sensations. They can impress physical sensation
onto you
possibly explaining what caused their death. This can be unpleasant, but not intolerable. You
may just
feel a tingling or light pain where the ghost incurred injury in life.
So this is how they may communicate with you, how do you communicate in return?
Oddly enough, speaking out loud can be effective, but even more effective is writing out what
you are
speaking. When writing, a subconscious area of the brain is activated and can enable the spirit
to better
interpret what you are attempting to articulate. Ouija boards work in the same way, while
concentrating
on the board, you are essentially keeping the conscious part of your brain occupied therefore
allowing
your subconscious to explore more efficiently.
Considering that spirits can utilize EVP recordings to their advantage, one might hypothesize
that the
reverse would also be effective. If one could adjust the frequency to the opposite end of the
spectrum of
what the ghost uses to imprint their voice, we may be able to have a two way radio effect with
the other
side.
Controlling one’s fears and apprehensions are crucial when attempting communication. Spirits
are
essentially concentrated psychic emotion. Every minor or major emotion that courses through
you, they
are acutely aware of. Their realm differs than ours in that respect because without a dense and
all-encumbering human body, they are pure thought energy. They have no concern with hot,
cold, tired or
sick. They simply exist in an element of pure intuition.
Considering all of these aspects, there is still one last task to complete once you have your
correspondence cleared up. The puzzle of what they desire. They would not attempt
communication if
they truly didn’t desire a resolution of some sort and being the good paranormal citizen that you
are, you
of course wish to help.

Don’t be afraid to return to a location several times if you feel that help is needed and it may
take several
tries to develop an understanding of what the entity needs. There is a place of better rest and
joy for them
once they feel they have succeeded in tending to their earthly concerns.
Transparent apparitions of delicate pasts tell tales of heartache, woes and sorrows. Aimlessly
pacing an
endless hall of regret and earthly desires. Ghosts penetrate our oblivious and simple
understanding of the
normal realm. Causing confusion, fear and unrest, these creatures of the paranormal world
infiltrate our
natural concepts of conscious comfort with their disquiet disruption of earthly logic.
When entering the ranks of a professional ghost hunter, one must attempt to reconcile fears and
preconceived notions of the paranormal. Enter into the domain of the supernatural with a clean
slate of
expectation. Every experience with the unnatural will be as unique as meeting a new
acquaintance at a
party. Individuality is just as vast on the other side as it is here in the living world.
Just as we would be cautious of the spirits’ intentions in the haunted home, we must be cautious
of who
we invite along on the quest. Your paranormal team members must be chosen with the implicit
expectation of honesty and integrity. Choose wisely when interviewing members of your
investigative
posse, unfortunately there are many unsavory characters in the living realm that may cause
more upset in
a client’s home than the unwanted invisible guest.
Stealing, damaging or disrespectful tendencies must be vehemently avoided when forming a
quality
paranormal team. Formal background checks with police officials is highly recommended when
considering any new investigator. Having the new recruit sign an official bond agreement stating
personal
responsibility of obligation would be advised.
Beyond the tedious, but necessary, paperwork and formalities, the selected newbie should be
extensively
trained in the safety, technology and protocol requirements. Establish basic parameters and
guidelines for
basic ghost hunting procedures. Mental and emotional stability should be factored into an initial
interview, someone who has a history of paranoid schizophrenia or anxiety attacks may want to
rethink
their paranormal investigative intentions.
Taping down equipment wiring throughout the house and performing an extensive tour of the
home’s
geography are both essential safety factors.
Be sure to inform your newest detective in the basic knowledge of your chosen equipment. It
would be a
shame to have been in the midst of a visual paranormal breakthrough and have had the
camera’s lens cap
on. Run through the usage, storage and maintenance of your equipment.
Establish an organized guideline of your investigative procedures. It’s embarrassing and time
consuming
to simply wander into a home and not know what to do next. Have specific goals and efficient
plans for
your ghost hunt, proficiency may be the key to your success.
Additional insurance in case of accidental damage by you or your team should definitely be
considered as
well as coverage for team members in case of injury.
Dishing out cash for vast quantities of batteries is a simple reality you must face, it may be
prudent to
suggest that there be a monthly contribution from all members to compensate for these and
other
necessary costs. Wholesale stores may sell batteries in bulk for less.
Other considerations while stealthily hunting the elusive entity in closed quarters would be noise
control
of the team. It may be wise to suggest team mates wear slippers rather than shoes that click or
squeak,
causing unnecessary noise pollution. Any accessories, such as jewelry, should be removed if
they have a
tendency to produce a jingle. Check clothing before progressing through the home for audible
friction,
some fabrics when rubbed together can cause quite the disruption, so no eighties windbreakers,
sexy
leather pants or funky corduroy please. Stay in the investigative fashion with good old
breathable and
quiet cotton.
Outside attire should be considered if scouting the grounds will be necessary. Warm jackets and
gloves
will hopefully prevent any teeth chattering that can override catching any of the all important
EVP
(electronic voice phenomena).
Brimmed hats should go due to the visual impediment they may cause. One’s line of sight is
considerably
reduced by the need to hide one’s bad hair day. Often times, there are reflective buttons and
clasps as well
that may cause confusion when light is reflected, allowing members to inadvertently assume an
orb was
captured. Keep this in mind as well with clothing choice, the less reflective items visually, the
better.
An important point to consider, make sure all of your team members have had sufficient food,
water and
rest. Low blood sugar, dehydration or excessive fatigue can lead to the discouraging failure of a
ghost
hunt. The last thing you need is someone fainting from hunger or having mild hallucinations
from
exhaustion when trying to prove yourself professional paranormal scientists. It goes without
saying that
any member that arrives at the location intoxicated or under the influence of drugs should be
escorted
home.
Possibly having the homeowner convey discretely to the neighbors that there will be strangers
parading in
the dark with flashlights in their home at an odd hour would be a definite consideration, unless
you would
like a minor visitation from the boys in blue.
Politely asking your client to find a babysitter for their pets while you are conducting an
investigation
would be wise. The less disruption in the home, the better. You wouldn’t want Casper the
friendly feline
being responsible for ominous shadow in the basement nor would you want him jumping out of
a closet
and causing near heart failure for your poor team members.
All in all, your ghost hunt should contain elements of intelligent investigative skills, respectful
scientific
approach and an open mind willing to spelunk the mysterious caves of the paranormal.

lol GL actually i can..just have to download the version, as its another computer box, i have started off at scratch..i just forgot...sorry you had to type that all down

but many thanks GL...it was a great read....🙂 (((((hugs)))))

I must admit you guys show a lot of commitment here trying to get that message out!

Cool! Thanks for taking the time to post this.