DIFFERENT TYPES OF HAUNTING!
There are 3 main categorizes that Paranormal Researchers go by. However, there are more than 3 types. The ones that are first are the most common.
RESIDUAL: It is theorized that occurances is not related to an entity but rather from energy left behind or an imprint in time. There is no awareness of its surroundings or the present. It does not interact with people and is not harmful.
Residual hauntings are repetitive like a recording playing over and over. It can be audible and/or visual. They usually occur within the same area. It can occur once a week, once a month, or once a year. This type of haunting is usually impossible to get rid of.
INTELLIGENT: These spirits are thought of as possibly being a spirit of a human and is well aware of it's surroundings and the present. Intelligent spirits may try and interact with you or make their presence known. They can move objects, touch someone, and more.
DEMONIC: Tho very rare, entity of a creature never having been human. Demons are categorized in this grouping.When an inhuman entity is present, people have reported experiencing rotten stenches, growling, scratching, pushing, and a strong thickness in the air.
*As angelic, a being of beauty that will manipulate the person to commit something that is sinful or out of the ordinary.
*Horrific, evil looking. Some people claim, they have seen demons that are incredibly hideous to look at. I believe demons do this for a scare effect, they know what we fear and this is not their true appearance.
Demons are fallen Angels and in the field called "Ancients" or "the fallen". However, in Demonology some demons are elemental. It is said that a there is a demon over each negative emotion, action, or thought. To cut this short, (there is so much more) demons primary job is to destroy the victim and make them turn from God and start rebelling against God.
POLTERGEIST: Poltergeist is a German word meaning noisy ghost/spirit. A poltergeist has many of the same characteristics of an intelligent haunt. However it is very different in a lot of ways. Poltergeist seem to attach themselves to a particular person, most commonly young girls in their teenage years, but in some cases can affect others as well. Usually a poltergeist will attach it's self to someone with emotional problems or someone dealing with a lot of stress. Poltergeist can move objects with ease and are believed to be able to use human energy in their benefit. Also Poltergeist can be caused by the individual. They can be doing it by unknowingly moving objects.
SLEEP PARALYSIS: This is a two way issue. One, the paranormal. A spirit is believed to be able to "hold you down" and you cannot move. It points more toward the sexual demons known as Incubus (Male) or Succubus (Female). However, this is not only rare, but 99.9% of the time, it's the cause. The other sleep paralysis and the more common factor is natural. It happens when the the person passes between the stages of sleep and being awake. The way it works, is the mind is awake but the body is not. It can be triggered by being sleep deprived, stress, abnormal sleep patterns, and/or anxiousness. If you have Sleep Paralysis, you should speak to a Paranormal Investigator to determine if it's something to worry about (demonic etc) or something the Dr can help with.
Other types include: Shadow spirits, orbs (not the dust type), strange light anomaly.
* Jinn (also known as Djinn 'where the name Genie came from') - According to the Koran, God created 3 types of beings. Angels, made of light. Human, made of dust, and Jinn made of smokeless fire. They, like that of humans, have free will. In the King James Bible, in Ezekiel 1:13 it speaks of their description.
*** If you want to know about more different types, contact us ***
There are 3 main categorizes that Paranormal Researchers go by. However, there are more than 3 types. The ones that are first are the most common.
RESIDUAL: It is theorized that occurances is not related to an entity but rather from energy left behind or an imprint in time. There is no awareness of its surroundings or the present. It does not interact with people and is not harmful.
Residual hauntings are repetitive like a recording playing over and over. It can be audible and/or visual. They usually occur within the same area. It can occur once a week, once a month, or once a year. This type of haunting is usually impossible to get rid of.
INTELLIGENT: These spirits are thought of as possibly being a spirit of a human and is well aware of it's surroundings and the present. Intelligent spirits may try and interact with you or make their presence known. They can move objects, touch someone, and more.
DEMONIC: Tho very rare, entity of a creature never having been human. Demons are categorized in this grouping.When an inhuman entity is present, people have reported experiencing rotten stenches, growling, scratching, pushing, and a strong thickness in the air.
*As angelic, a being of beauty that will manipulate the person to commit something that is sinful or out of the ordinary.
*Horrific, evil looking. Some people claim, they have seen demons that are incredibly hideous to look at. I believe demons do this for a scare effect, they know what we fear and this is not their true appearance.
Demons are fallen Angels and in the field called "Ancients" or "the fallen". However, in Demonology some demons are elemental. It is said that a there is a demon over each negative emotion, action, or thought. To cut this short, (there is so much more) demons primary job is to destroy the victim and make them turn from God and start rebelling against God.
POLTERGEIST: Poltergeist is a German word meaning noisy ghost/spirit. A poltergeist has many of the same characteristics of an intelligent haunt. However it is very different in a lot of ways. Poltergeist seem to attach themselves to a particular person, most commonly young girls in their teenage years, but in some cases can affect others as well. Usually a poltergeist will attach it's self to someone with emotional problems or someone dealing with a lot of stress. Poltergeist can move objects with ease and are believed to be able to use human energy in their benefit. Also Poltergeist can be caused by the individual. They can be doing it by unknowingly moving objects.
SLEEP PARALYSIS: This is a two way issue. One, the paranormal. A spirit is believed to be able to "hold you down" and you cannot move. It points more toward the sexual demons known as Incubus (Male) or Succubus (Female). However, this is not only rare, but 99.9% of the time, it's the cause. The other sleep paralysis and the more common factor is natural. It happens when the the person passes between the stages of sleep and being awake. The way it works, is the mind is awake but the body is not. It can be triggered by being sleep deprived, stress, abnormal sleep patterns, and/or anxiousness. If you have Sleep Paralysis, you should speak to a Paranormal Investigator to determine if it's something to worry about (demonic etc) or something the Dr can help with.
Other types include: Shadow spirits, orbs (not the dust type), strange light anomaly.
* Jinn (also known as Djinn 'where the name Genie came from') - According to the Koran, God created 3 types of beings. Angels, made of light. Human, made of dust, and Jinn made of smokeless fire. They, like that of humans, have free will. In the King James Bible, in Ezekiel 1:13 it speaks of their description.
*** If you want to know about more different types, contact us ***
THE DANGERS OF THE PARANORMAL:
THE DANGERS OF THE PARANORMAL: I really hate seeing people jump into the field all because they think its cool because of some show they have watched on TV. Without knowledge of what can really happen that they do not show on those shows. So I want to reflect on some of the dangers of being a Paranormal Investigator.
Spirits can manipulate our emotions. Especially if we are sensitives already and are empathetic (Picks up on the emotions and moods of others)...Our team has seen how spirits can make you aggravated with a drop of a hat. Spirits can harm you physically. It is a misconception that only demons can harm you. This is SO untrue. Spirits can too. Most of the time you dont find a case where spirits want or try to harm you or your team but you will run across it being in this field. High EMF exposure can make you sick. Alot of people try to hang around but its wise to walk out and take a break then continue. Do not be afraid to say you need a break.
Know it all's - OMG I HATE this. No one knows everything in this field. There are NO true professionals. We conduct ourselves in a professional manner is why we state we are professional but no one can know everything until they die. Even then, we wont know it all. With this type of attitude the "know it all" it will be used against us to attack other teams, be attacked by others, or even careless at a case.
Attachment - YES spirits can and will follow you to your home. Where your children and spouse is. It is wise to speak out loud to the spirits before leaving a location and tell them "they are not allowed to follow your team"...
You never know what is lurking around the next dark room - It is rare to stumble upon a demon being at a location. The chances are very slim but it can happen. It is wise to have a Minister either on the team or at least on speed dial so you can protect your team and get rid of the demonic spirit. Should a demon attach themselves to your team members you will need your home blessed and rid of the vile spirit. So before jumping blindly into this field BE WARE! This are VERY real and VERY dangerous things we face every time we get a new case. That is why it is so important to get detailed claims of the location before arriving.
Spirits can manipulate our emotions. Especially if we are sensitives already and are empathetic (Picks up on the emotions and moods of others)...Our team has seen how spirits can make you aggravated with a drop of a hat. Spirits can harm you physically. It is a misconception that only demons can harm you. This is SO untrue. Spirits can too. Most of the time you dont find a case where spirits want or try to harm you or your team but you will run across it being in this field. High EMF exposure can make you sick. Alot of people try to hang around but its wise to walk out and take a break then continue. Do not be afraid to say you need a break.
Know it all's - OMG I HATE this. No one knows everything in this field. There are NO true professionals. We conduct ourselves in a professional manner is why we state we are professional but no one can know everything until they die. Even then, we wont know it all. With this type of attitude the "know it all" it will be used against us to attack other teams, be attacked by others, or even careless at a case.
Attachment - YES spirits can and will follow you to your home. Where your children and spouse is. It is wise to speak out loud to the spirits before leaving a location and tell them "they are not allowed to follow your team"...
You never know what is lurking around the next dark room - It is rare to stumble upon a demon being at a location. The chances are very slim but it can happen. It is wise to have a Minister either on the team or at least on speed dial so you can protect your team and get rid of the demonic spirit. Should a demon attach themselves to your team members you will need your home blessed and rid of the vile spirit. So before jumping blindly into this field BE WARE! This are VERY real and VERY dangerous things we face every time we get a new case. That is why it is so important to get detailed claims of the location before arriving.
SOME DEFINITIONS
This is for teams or people just interested in knowing. First know, the word Paranormal means above the normal designates experiences that lie outside "the range of normal experience or scientific explanation" or that indicates phenomena understood to be outside of science's current ability to explain or measure.
Paranormal Researchers/Investigators use scientific methods to measure and find either proof, or debunk them.
Orbs: Orbs are not considered paranormal. Orbs are nothing more then dust, bugs, mist, reflection etc. The only way orbs can be even related to possible paranormal is if it is admitting its own light and there are no reflective services. As well as being a purple etc.
EMF: (ElectroMagnetic Field) ~ is a broad term which includes electric fields generated by charged particles, magnetic fields generated by charged particles in motion, and radiated fields such as TV, radio, and microwaves. Electric fields are measured in units of volts per meter or V/m. Magnetic fields are measured in milli-Gauss or mG. The field is always strongest near the source and diminishes as you move away from the source. These energies have the ability to influence particles at great distances. For example, the radiation from a radio tower influences the atoms within a distant radio antenna, allowing it to pick up the signal. Despite the many wonderful conveniences of electrical technology, the effects of EMF on biological tissue remains the most controversial aspect of the EMF issue with virtually all scientists agreeing that more research is necessary to determine safe or dangerous levels. Iron, necessary for healthy blood and stored in the brain, is highly effected by EMF. The permeability of the cell membrane of our nerves, blood vessels, skin, and other organs is effected. It can be very dangerous to some and to others will affect like I said the skin such as skin irritations, and those sensitive to the high EMF field, it can even cause hallucinations, make you feel like someone is watching you, following you and yes will even make you hear and see things. In this field, our primary goal is to rule out anything paranormal first. If we cannot find a natural reason behind the claims such as high EMF, then we have to start looking at paranormal. The intricate DNA of the chromosomes has been shown to be effected by EMFs as well. In fact, throughout our bodies, every biochemical process involves precisely choreographed movement of EMF-sensitive atoms, molecules, and ions. Spirits use EMF fields to manifest or do something to make contact. I suggest during set up, always have two people walk thru and do a base reading. If the base reads low then you get spikes, especially during questions, you may have spirit communication.
EVP: (Electronic voice phenomena) are electronically generated noises that resemble speech, but are supposedly not the result of intentional voice recordings or renderings. Common sources of EVP include static, stray radio transmissions, and background noise. Recordings of EVP are often created from background sound by increasing the gain (i.e. sensitivity) of the recording equipment. There are classes of EVPs to go by. They are as followed.
The follow is the classifications of EVPs that are generally accepted and used by paranormal researchers and investigators:
Questions: Always keep questions to spirits short and not long. Spirits do not have vocals so they cannot speak as we do. After asking a question, give about 20 seconds to allow them to answer. Tag sounds you make even burps and belly growls. Some spirits make sounds and sometimes EVPs are in headphones sounds. Plus, footsteps and stuff cannot be legitimately used if no one tags sounds.
Use this: When in doubt, throw it out. If you and especially the tech dept and Lead Investigators can not agree without a doubt of something being paranormal, we cannot use it.
Pictures: My wife, our Case Manager is a photographer. Knowing she knows what she is doing, we go to her with pictures we think maybe paranormal for a second look. However, watch out for. Lens flare.
Lens flare is the light scattered in lens systems through generally unwanted image formation mechanisms, such as internal reflection and scattering from material inhomogeneities in the lens. These mechanisms differ from the intended image formation mechanism that depends on refraction of the image rays. Flare manifests itself in two ways: as visible artifacts, and as a haze across the image. The haze makes the image look "washed out" by reducing contrast and color saturation (adding light to dark image regions, and adding white to saturated regions, reducing their saturation).
Flare is particularly caused by a very bright light sources either in the image – which produces visible artifacts – or shining into the lens but not in the image – which produces a haze. Most commonly, this occurs when shooting into the sun (when the sun is in frame or the lens is pointed in the direction of the sun), and is reduced by using a lens hood or other shade. To see a visual demonstration click this link to see a example of this which is also mis-believed to be orbs http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/lens-flare.htm
Sounds: Be careful with this. Houses, especially old houses, settle and make noises. Not all knocks and pops are spirits. However here is a GREAT example of paranormal knocking. When you are asking questions especially for them to knock and no one hears it at the time. But during analysis time, you capture them on the recorders. Those are awesome. One knows the difference between footsteps and house settling.
Those are the biggest things one must know. The best piece of equipment and tool to use in the field is yourself. Follow your gut,
Paranormal Researchers/Investigators use scientific methods to measure and find either proof, or debunk them.
Orbs: Orbs are not considered paranormal. Orbs are nothing more then dust, bugs, mist, reflection etc. The only way orbs can be even related to possible paranormal is if it is admitting its own light and there are no reflective services. As well as being a purple etc.
EMF: (ElectroMagnetic Field) ~ is a broad term which includes electric fields generated by charged particles, magnetic fields generated by charged particles in motion, and radiated fields such as TV, radio, and microwaves. Electric fields are measured in units of volts per meter or V/m. Magnetic fields are measured in milli-Gauss or mG. The field is always strongest near the source and diminishes as you move away from the source. These energies have the ability to influence particles at great distances. For example, the radiation from a radio tower influences the atoms within a distant radio antenna, allowing it to pick up the signal. Despite the many wonderful conveniences of electrical technology, the effects of EMF on biological tissue remains the most controversial aspect of the EMF issue with virtually all scientists agreeing that more research is necessary to determine safe or dangerous levels. Iron, necessary for healthy blood and stored in the brain, is highly effected by EMF. The permeability of the cell membrane of our nerves, blood vessels, skin, and other organs is effected. It can be very dangerous to some and to others will affect like I said the skin such as skin irritations, and those sensitive to the high EMF field, it can even cause hallucinations, make you feel like someone is watching you, following you and yes will even make you hear and see things. In this field, our primary goal is to rule out anything paranormal first. If we cannot find a natural reason behind the claims such as high EMF, then we have to start looking at paranormal. The intricate DNA of the chromosomes has been shown to be effected by EMFs as well. In fact, throughout our bodies, every biochemical process involves precisely choreographed movement of EMF-sensitive atoms, molecules, and ions. Spirits use EMF fields to manifest or do something to make contact. I suggest during set up, always have two people walk thru and do a base reading. If the base reads low then you get spikes, especially during questions, you may have spirit communication.
EVP: (Electronic voice phenomena) are electronically generated noises that resemble speech, but are supposedly not the result of intentional voice recordings or renderings. Common sources of EVP include static, stray radio transmissions, and background noise. Recordings of EVP are often created from background sound by increasing the gain (i.e. sensitivity) of the recording equipment. There are classes of EVPs to go by. They are as followed.
The follow is the classifications of EVPs that are generally accepted and used by paranormal researchers and investigators:
- Class A - This type of EVP is loud, clear and of very high quality. The voice is easily understandable and does not need enhancement or amplification. Class A EVPs are also often (but not always) in direct response to a question being asked.
- Class B - This is the most common type of EVP. This type of EVP is of somewhat lower quality and clarity than a Class A EVP but still very audible. Class B EVPs often do need some amount of enhancement or amplification to be heard clearer. The voice may not be clear enough to be totally understood or there may be disagreement as to what it is saying. Class B EVPs are often not in direct response to a question.
- Class C - This is the lowest quality EVP. With a Class C EVP even the best enhancement and amplification may not be sufficient to make the voice audible or clear. There may even be debate whether or not an EVP is actually present.
- Class D - Occasionally referred to as Class R. There are very poor quality EVPs. Extremely questionable if it even is an EVP. Also referred to as EVP chatter, whispers, breathing noises and airy sounds. Some investigators use Class D as a "holding" classification until further analysis is performed. Either way, Class D EVPs are not used presentable as evidence.
- Class G - Also known as the "garbage" because EVPs of such low quality that need extreme enhancement, filtering, etc. are probably not real EVPs. Even if later validated, with such extreme enhancement the reliability of the EVP is highly questionable. In other words, if you have to try that hard to make a sound an EVP then it probably isn't so.
Questions: Always keep questions to spirits short and not long. Spirits do not have vocals so they cannot speak as we do. After asking a question, give about 20 seconds to allow them to answer. Tag sounds you make even burps and belly growls. Some spirits make sounds and sometimes EVPs are in headphones sounds. Plus, footsteps and stuff cannot be legitimately used if no one tags sounds.
Use this: When in doubt, throw it out. If you and especially the tech dept and Lead Investigators can not agree without a doubt of something being paranormal, we cannot use it.
Pictures: My wife, our Case Manager is a photographer. Knowing she knows what she is doing, we go to her with pictures we think maybe paranormal for a second look. However, watch out for. Lens flare.
Lens flare is the light scattered in lens systems through generally unwanted image formation mechanisms, such as internal reflection and scattering from material inhomogeneities in the lens. These mechanisms differ from the intended image formation mechanism that depends on refraction of the image rays. Flare manifests itself in two ways: as visible artifacts, and as a haze across the image. The haze makes the image look "washed out" by reducing contrast and color saturation (adding light to dark image regions, and adding white to saturated regions, reducing their saturation).
Flare is particularly caused by a very bright light sources either in the image – which produces visible artifacts – or shining into the lens but not in the image – which produces a haze. Most commonly, this occurs when shooting into the sun (when the sun is in frame or the lens is pointed in the direction of the sun), and is reduced by using a lens hood or other shade. To see a visual demonstration click this link to see a example of this which is also mis-believed to be orbs http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/lens-flare.htm
Sounds: Be careful with this. Houses, especially old houses, settle and make noises. Not all knocks and pops are spirits. However here is a GREAT example of paranormal knocking. When you are asking questions especially for them to knock and no one hears it at the time. But during analysis time, you capture them on the recorders. Those are awesome. One knows the difference between footsteps and house settling.
Those are the biggest things one must know. The best piece of equipment and tool to use in the field is yourself. Follow your gut,
10 REASONS THE DEAD DON’T MOVE ON
1. Unaware of Their Death: This can be common in the case of sudden or traumatic death. The individual had no time to prepare for death, and maybe confused, fearful, or in shock. They can remain stuck at the site of the accident that took their life.
2. Unfinished Business: We all have it, and if we carry it with us after death, it can keep us from moving into the Light. We all have to learn to let go at some point.
3. To Protect a Loved One: Some spirits have incredible loyalty to those left behind. They feel obligated to continue their human role as protector. An example might be older siblings who looked after younger siblings.
4. Guilt: This is most common with suicides. A spirit, seeing the effect of their actions on loved ones may feel guilty about the choice they made.
5. Obsessed with Another Living Soul: The inability to let go of, or harboring anger at, someone who is still alive, can keep a spirit from going on with their journey. Even a great love for someone can keep a spirit from moving on, as it did for Robin Williams’ character, Chris, in the film ‘What Dreams May Come’. The character decided to remain on earth after a tragic car accident because he did not want to go on to Heaven without his beloved wife.
6. Forced by Another Ghost: This is not possible because every spirit has free will. It is possible that another spirit who had control over a newly deceased person is perceived to still have that power. An example would be an abusive man who dies before his wife. If she believes in death that the ghost of her husband has control over her, that perception can hold her back from the Light.
7. Not Wanting to Face Someone Who Has Already Passed On: Just as we can be afraid to face someone in life whom we feel we have let down in some way, so too can that fear be a powerful trap for the spirit to remain on the earth plane.
8. Don’t Believe in Live After Death: If one has no belief in a place to go after death, they may simply remain a wandering spirit.
9. Not Understanding That Existence Does Not End: Some spirits realize they are dead and in spirit form, but become fearful that leaving the earth plane will mean they cease to exist. The task here is to let go of the ego.
10. Fear of Judgment: If there is a place of Light, there also must be a place of Darkness. The fear that one might end up in darkness is powerful enough to keep one earthbound.
As we can see, themes common to the human condition include fear, anger, greed, guilt, false hope, non-awareness of divinity, the need to feel loved, and the need to understand and be understood. These can easily follow us into the afterlife. In all cases, nothing binds a spirit to the earth plane except their own perception or emotional state, which they willingly choose
2. Unfinished Business: We all have it, and if we carry it with us after death, it can keep us from moving into the Light. We all have to learn to let go at some point.
3. To Protect a Loved One: Some spirits have incredible loyalty to those left behind. They feel obligated to continue their human role as protector. An example might be older siblings who looked after younger siblings.
4. Guilt: This is most common with suicides. A spirit, seeing the effect of their actions on loved ones may feel guilty about the choice they made.
5. Obsessed with Another Living Soul: The inability to let go of, or harboring anger at, someone who is still alive, can keep a spirit from going on with their journey. Even a great love for someone can keep a spirit from moving on, as it did for Robin Williams’ character, Chris, in the film ‘What Dreams May Come’. The character decided to remain on earth after a tragic car accident because he did not want to go on to Heaven without his beloved wife.
6. Forced by Another Ghost: This is not possible because every spirit has free will. It is possible that another spirit who had control over a newly deceased person is perceived to still have that power. An example would be an abusive man who dies before his wife. If she believes in death that the ghost of her husband has control over her, that perception can hold her back from the Light.
7. Not Wanting to Face Someone Who Has Already Passed On: Just as we can be afraid to face someone in life whom we feel we have let down in some way, so too can that fear be a powerful trap for the spirit to remain on the earth plane.
8. Don’t Believe in Live After Death: If one has no belief in a place to go after death, they may simply remain a wandering spirit.
9. Not Understanding That Existence Does Not End: Some spirits realize they are dead and in spirit form, but become fearful that leaving the earth plane will mean they cease to exist. The task here is to let go of the ego.
10. Fear of Judgment: If there is a place of Light, there also must be a place of Darkness. The fear that one might end up in darkness is powerful enough to keep one earthbound.
As we can see, themes common to the human condition include fear, anger, greed, guilt, false hope, non-awareness of divinity, the need to feel loved, and the need to understand and be understood. These can easily follow us into the afterlife. In all cases, nothing binds a spirit to the earth plane except their own perception or emotional state, which they willingly choose
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