The Electromagnetic Field Meter And Ghosts
There is a widespread idea among paranormal researchers that ghosts emit an electromagnetic field and that their presence can, thus, be detected by EMF meters. However, there seem to be no formal studies to support this idea. Instead, there are a few anecdotal reports that EMF meters 'spike' during paranormal activity at haunted locations or that haunted locations produce more variable EMF fields than non-haunted places. In both cases, it is difficult to trace any original, first-hand reports of these claimed connections and what reports are available are vague and lacking in crucial technical detail. So, why do some people claim that ghosts emit EM (electromagnetic) fields?
EMF detection equipment was not designed to detect ghosts or spirits. These meters were designed for use in the detection of artificial currents in inside buildings, homes, and other structures.
The electromagnetic field meters were adapted into paranormal research because of the theory that ghosts or spirits may cause interference with standard base readings of artificial currents.
Although this is theory, there have been correlations between unusual readings and paranormal activity.
For paranormal research, the investigator always searches for the artificial source of any reading that is different from baseline readings.
These readings could be things such as appliances, electrical outlets, breaker boxes, and even power lines in walls and floors.
Typically the investigator is looking for readings between 2 and 8 milligauss (mg), sudden drops or surges in readings that have no artificial source and another form of correlating "evidence" such as temperature drops, video, photos or any other factor that may indicate a possible haunting or ghost.
Sunday, 7 March 2010
Electronic Voice Phenomena
Many in the paranormal field have studied what is commonly referred to as EVP, electronic voice phenomena. This occurs when a disembodied voice is picked up by either an analog or digital recorder. It is thought that the voice is able to imprint itself using electromagnetic energy. Usually the voices are not heard by the human ear at the time of recording because they are at an infrasound frequency, below that of which the human ear is capable of hearing. There is wide belief in the field that these are the voices of the deceased.
Researchers have created classifications for EVPS. Class A’s are easy to distinguish and there is common assent in what is being said and may only need the volume raised. The most common you will hear are class B’s which are harder to hear, but by de-noising it with the assistance of a good sound editor program, they can also be heard. Class C’s are usually very quiet whispers or sounds that are barely noticeable even with a sound editing program.
Researchers have been trying different methods to achieve higher quality recordings by experimenting with a variety of external microphones, creating white noise in the background, like turning on a fan, or using a combination of electronic gadgets. While these are all at different experimental stages, there have been significant findings.
Researchers have created classifications for EVPS. Class A’s are easy to distinguish and there is common assent in what is being said and may only need the volume raised. The most common you will hear are class B’s which are harder to hear, but by de-noising it with the assistance of a good sound editor program, they can also be heard. Class C’s are usually very quiet whispers or sounds that are barely noticeable even with a sound editing program.
Researchers have been trying different methods to achieve higher quality recordings by experimenting with a variety of external microphones, creating white noise in the background, like turning on a fan, or using a combination of electronic gadgets. While these are all at different experimental stages, there have been significant findings.
Wednesday, 3 February 2010
Is The Ouija Board Dangerous?
I have heard many people say the Ouija Board is dangerous, or evil. Ouija Boards can be dangerous, if the people using it do not understand how it works, or if they are using it irresponsibly. This is like a gun. Are guns themselves dangerous? No! Only in the hands of people who do not understand how they work, or if used irresponsibly.
The board itself is not dangerous, but the form of communication that you are attempting often is. Most often the spirits whom are contacted through the Ouija are those whom reside on the lower astral plane. These spirits are often very confused and may have died a violent or sudden death; murder, suicide, etc. Therefore, many violent, negative and potentially dangerous conditions are present to those using the board. Usually several spirits will attempt to come through at the same time, but the real danger lies when you ask for physical proof of their existence! You might say, if you really are a spirit, then put out this light or move that object! What you have just done is opened a doorway between the physical and spiritual world and allowed them to enter. As a result, future problems can and often do arise.
I have heard people try to blame the board for increased paranormal activity in their homes. This is where responsible Ouija use is important. Yes, there are rules, and you should always follow them.
To be expected, most religious leaders are strongly anti Ouija. More interesting, however, is that many of the top paranormal researchers believe the Ouija to be a dangerous instrument, to be avoided at all cost.
My advice to anyone wanting to use the Ouija board, question your motives, follow the rules strictly and be 100% aware of what you are letting yourself in for.
Tuesday, 2 February 2010
What Is The Ouija Board?
What is the Ouija board?
The Ouija board is an instrument which allegedly can be used to contact spirits of the deceased. The name Ouija is a combination of the French and the German words for "yes".
A Ouija board is usually a wooden or cardboard device, inscribed with the alphabet, the words 'yes', 'no', 'hello', 'goodbye' and the numbers 0 to 9. There is usually a slide able piece of apparatus on rotating castors or wheels with a pointer. The people using the board lightly place their fingers on the slide able device and wait for it to move. When the pointer comes into contact with, or moves over one of the letters, numbers or words printed on the board, a record of this is kept and later used to see if an intelligible message can be obtained.
The theory behind the practice of using the board, and the placing of fingers on a slidable message indicator or a glass, is to facilitate communication with the spirits of the dead. Once fingers are lightly placed upon the apparatus of choice, a question is asked out loud and the spirits are said to reply when the tumbler or 'planchette', appears to move of its own free will.
It is sometimes thought that the spirits are invoked or channelled and work through the fingers of the operator/people, by moving the planchette towards letters, words or numbers. From these letters and numbers it is hoped that intelligent messages will build up to answer any given questions put to the board. Many Ouija board users claim that often information is imparted that no one present could possibly have known. Such claims over the years has helped to add to the whole aura of danger and mystery which still surrounds the ouija board today.
The Ouija board is an instrument which allegedly can be used to contact spirits of the deceased. The name Ouija is a combination of the French and the German words for "yes".
A Ouija board is usually a wooden or cardboard device, inscribed with the alphabet, the words 'yes', 'no', 'hello', 'goodbye' and the numbers 0 to 9. There is usually a slide able piece of apparatus on rotating castors or wheels with a pointer. The people using the board lightly place their fingers on the slide able device and wait for it to move. When the pointer comes into contact with, or moves over one of the letters, numbers or words printed on the board, a record of this is kept and later used to see if an intelligible message can be obtained.
The theory behind the practice of using the board, and the placing of fingers on a slidable message indicator or a glass, is to facilitate communication with the spirits of the dead. Once fingers are lightly placed upon the apparatus of choice, a question is asked out loud and the spirits are said to reply when the tumbler or 'planchette', appears to move of its own free will.
It is sometimes thought that the spirits are invoked or channelled and work through the fingers of the operator/people, by moving the planchette towards letters, words or numbers. From these letters and numbers it is hoped that intelligent messages will build up to answer any given questions put to the board. Many Ouija board users claim that often information is imparted that no one present could possibly have known. Such claims over the years has helped to add to the whole aura of danger and mystery which still surrounds the ouija board today.
Monday, 1 February 2010
What is the difference between a Poltergeist and a Haunting?
What is the difference between a Poltergeist and a Haunting?
Hauntings are spirits of deceased people appearing frequently in certain places. Poltergeists might not be spirits at all. Some theories are that poltergeists are mass forms of energy which a living person is unknowingly controlling. In some rare cases, extreme poltergeist activity has been linked to demons. These hauntings are usually related to a specific place or tragic death.
The differences between Poltergeist activity and a Haunting can be very hard to distinguish. Haunts and poltergeists do share basic aspects, (apparitions, strange noises, odours, moving or disappearing objects, etc)
There are also some points that make them very different: Poltergeists are usually linked directly to a specific person or object. Hauntings are appearances of ghost’s in areas known to the deceased before their deaths. Poltergeists can be triggered by a living person's trauma in any area, at any time. Haunting activities are continuous over time, concentrated in the same area.
Poltergeists build up over time to a climax, then start over. They can travel anywhere. Haunting are not violent. Most poltergeists nearing the climax of their energy can become dangerous to the living. Inflicting both mental and physical fear in extreme cases. If you happen to meet with one of this kind, deal with it with the utmost care.
Saturday, 30 January 2010
Shadow Ghosts
Shadow Ghosts
Shadow ghosts as they are known appear as a shadow of sorts. They look a bit like mist but are dark grey to black in colour. There are actually three separate types and we list them all in classes below. In photographs, it's easy to confuse them with natural shadows, so be careful with your analysis. They are usually extremely and evasive. When they are spotted it's usually out of the corner of your eye or as they are darting through a wall. They can also be spotted as a reflection in shinny objects like mirrors. As for photography, They are one of the rarest ghost types to be captured on film. Birds and cats are especially sensitive to them.
Class 1 - Appear as a small dark misty cloud and are almost always under two feet in length, but can hover or float up to 8 feet high.
Class 2 - Appear as a huge glob of thick cloudy mass. They typically range from 2 to 8 feet in height.
Class 3 - Appear in human form and some may be seen wearing a hat. They typically appear up to 8 feet in height.
These are most often spotted in homes and have also been seen outdoors at a distance.
I think the general consensus would be that they are ghosts in one of their forms. Some people say that they are demonic spirits or creatures, but that doesn't seem to be the case, at least in most cases.
Why Do We Fear Ghosts?
Why do we fear ghosts?
Ghosts have always been a source of fascination and fear. There exists in people the primal fear of the unknown, which has helped us to survive, to be cautious when stepping into unfamiliar territory. Ghosts also represent death. What exactly happens to us when we die? If we go somewhere else nice, why are the ghosts still here? Will we get stuck wandering about in some horrible place? What if a ghost appears to me? Will it harm me? These are common basic fears, and these fears have been strengthened through our storytelling.
But is there a basis to our fear? When applied to everyday life, what exactly is there to be afraid of? Some people say that there is more to fear from the living than the dead, this is probably true. Many people never quite make the connection between the facts that a ghost used to be a person. Just a person.
When people reach their adult years, most of us have experienced loosing someone they knew, or loved. So, if this person did not intentionally try to frighten or harm you while alive, why on earth would they try to do anything to harm you after death?
Some believe that ghosts visit specific places to have interaction with or visit the people they love. Some just seem to crave a bit of attention. I don’t know everything about ghosts, but I know one thing. Ghosts are only people, like you and I. When they shed their physical form, they do not become less human or less the person they were. Why fear them?
Ghosts have always been a source of fascination and fear. There exists in people the primal fear of the unknown, which has helped us to survive, to be cautious when stepping into unfamiliar territory. Ghosts also represent death. What exactly happens to us when we die? If we go somewhere else nice, why are the ghosts still here? Will we get stuck wandering about in some horrible place? What if a ghost appears to me? Will it harm me? These are common basic fears, and these fears have been strengthened through our storytelling.
But is there a basis to our fear? When applied to everyday life, what exactly is there to be afraid of? Some people say that there is more to fear from the living than the dead, this is probably true. Many people never quite make the connection between the facts that a ghost used to be a person. Just a person.
When people reach their adult years, most of us have experienced loosing someone they knew, or loved. So, if this person did not intentionally try to frighten or harm you while alive, why on earth would they try to do anything to harm you after death?
Some believe that ghosts visit specific places to have interaction with or visit the people they love. Some just seem to crave a bit of attention. I don’t know everything about ghosts, but I know one thing. Ghosts are only people, like you and I. When they shed their physical form, they do not become less human or less the person they were. Why fear them?
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