What can be called truth for some is silly to others.
We all have our own beliefs based on many things.
The paranormal is a mystery and probably always will be to some extent.
But if you happen to be like a lot of other people and seek to find the truth in what is real and what is paranormal there are some things you should consider doing.
Paranormal investigation is a wide open field and means different things to different people.
For one it can mean going into cemeteries and getting scared, another might like to visit known haunted sites and just look around, while still others want to get in depth.
They have the equipment, the time, the energy and mostly the desire to find out just what makes what tick.
One thing you should know or have gotten an idea about is that it takes a lot of time and patience.
You have pictures to go through, videos to watch, and audios to listen to.
You have research to do and hours spent sitting in a dark and most likely cold place simply waiting and watching.
There are hours and hours that you will spend looking and hoping and finding nothing.
If you are looking for the adrenaline rush of being scared then it may happen once in awhile, but it is definitely not a thing that will happen to you each and every time.
So if you are looking for a "junkie" type high then this is probably not for you, at least not seriously.
Once you start to do paranormal investigations you may tire of it, because it is a slow tedious process of garnering good and truthful information.
You may become frightened of something that has happened and not want to go back.
TIPS AND THOUGHTS One Never investigate a "no trespassing site" without permission.
Two Always go into it with an open mind and open eyes.
Three Do not go in fearful.
It is alright to get a afraid just do not act rashly.
Four If you are doing an investigation somewhere, never take souvenirs.
For the obvious reason that it is not yours, but also some spirits attach themselves to things and you could bringing home a world of hurt.
Five A lot of haunted sites are run down, so it can be dangerous.
Watch for weak floor boards, exposed nails and trash you may trip on.
Six If you want to take it seriously then have the equipment that will aid in your investigations.
Seven Never ever go investigating on your own: You may get injured or your car breaks down.
Eight Always carry a cell phone for emergencies.
Nine Investigations can be long, so take water and a snack.
Ten Remember that ghosts and demons can go home with you, so be aware.
Eleven Always look for other reasons for the paranormal event, do not just naturally think that is what it is.
Twelve Read, read and then read again, anything and everything that you can on being a paranormal investigator/ghost hunter.
Thirteen Read also on the demonic so you are able to distinguish an event from ghosts or one from demons.
Fourteen If you are religious always seek your God's protection before you go out ghost hunting.
Fifteen There is absolutely no school that I have found that teaches paranormal investigation.
So what does that mean? Well it means that what you learn you do by research and self teaching.
It also means that you should not believe anyone that shows you or tells you that they are a professional investigator for the paranormal.
Again this means that no one can claim the "expert" status.
This field is very new and will take some time to really get a grip on what is happening.
Sixteen This does not mean that there is not a lot of people, that are not respected in this burgeoning field, but don't fall for the "get a certificate" here ploy.
Just wasting money and we do enough of that already.
Seventeen Finding equipment to use on your ghost hunt can be expensive and most of us do not have that easy money just sitting around.
So be pragmatic and hunt the bargain.
There are many online sites that now carry great buys on paranormal cameras, recorders, flashlights.
Eighteen Don't be a loner, network, communicate and socialize with other with the same passion.
Check out online forums and sites.
Post and start up a discussion on message forums and places where you can get a good conversation going.
Nineteen Be yourself; do not put on airs, don't spout off all your knowledge so someone thinks you are smart and cool.
Twenty Be respectful of everything and everyone.
Twenty One Never ever run off scared and leave a team member alone.
Twenty Two We all have feelings and intuitions - Listen to them, and never do harm Twenty Three Check that your equipment is working and charged up.
Twenty Four It might be fun for you, but it is serious business - horseing around can get you hurt.
Twenty Five Hold your breath when taking a picture on a cold night - Exhaled breath can show up as fog on the lense Twenty Six Check the place of investigation out in the daylight if possible for hazards Twenty Seven Take your identification with you, just in case you end up somewhere you shouldn't and are asked to prove who you are.
Twenty Eight Do not whisper as it can be hard when you listen to recordings to tell who is doing it or what.
Twenty Nine Do not wear strong scented perfume or cologne as it makes it hard to identify other scents around you.
Thirty Finally before you go on a hunt make sure people know where you are.
It is just safer that way.
As you can see there are good things and bad ways to go about things, it is up to you to learn what you need to do to protect yourself and those with you.
It is serious business and must be looked at as so.
We all have our own beliefs based on many things.
The paranormal is a mystery and probably always will be to some extent.
But if you happen to be like a lot of other people and seek to find the truth in what is real and what is paranormal there are some things you should consider doing.
Paranormal investigation is a wide open field and means different things to different people.
For one it can mean going into cemeteries and getting scared, another might like to visit known haunted sites and just look around, while still others want to get in depth.
They have the equipment, the time, the energy and mostly the desire to find out just what makes what tick.
One thing you should know or have gotten an idea about is that it takes a lot of time and patience.
You have pictures to go through, videos to watch, and audios to listen to.
You have research to do and hours spent sitting in a dark and most likely cold place simply waiting and watching.
There are hours and hours that you will spend looking and hoping and finding nothing.
If you are looking for the adrenaline rush of being scared then it may happen once in awhile, but it is definitely not a thing that will happen to you each and every time.
So if you are looking for a "junkie" type high then this is probably not for you, at least not seriously.
Once you start to do paranormal investigations you may tire of it, because it is a slow tedious process of garnering good and truthful information.
You may become frightened of something that has happened and not want to go back.
TIPS AND THOUGHTS One Never investigate a "no trespassing site" without permission.
Two Always go into it with an open mind and open eyes.
Three Do not go in fearful.
It is alright to get a afraid just do not act rashly.
Four If you are doing an investigation somewhere, never take souvenirs.
For the obvious reason that it is not yours, but also some spirits attach themselves to things and you could bringing home a world of hurt.
Five A lot of haunted sites are run down, so it can be dangerous.
Watch for weak floor boards, exposed nails and trash you may trip on.
Six If you want to take it seriously then have the equipment that will aid in your investigations.
Seven Never ever go investigating on your own: You may get injured or your car breaks down.
Eight Always carry a cell phone for emergencies.
Nine Investigations can be long, so take water and a snack.
Ten Remember that ghosts and demons can go home with you, so be aware.
Eleven Always look for other reasons for the paranormal event, do not just naturally think that is what it is.
Twelve Read, read and then read again, anything and everything that you can on being a paranormal investigator/ghost hunter.
Thirteen Read also on the demonic so you are able to distinguish an event from ghosts or one from demons.
Fourteen If you are religious always seek your God's protection before you go out ghost hunting.
Fifteen There is absolutely no school that I have found that teaches paranormal investigation.
So what does that mean? Well it means that what you learn you do by research and self teaching.
It also means that you should not believe anyone that shows you or tells you that they are a professional investigator for the paranormal.
Again this means that no one can claim the "expert" status.
This field is very new and will take some time to really get a grip on what is happening.
Sixteen This does not mean that there is not a lot of people, that are not respected in this burgeoning field, but don't fall for the "get a certificate" here ploy.
Just wasting money and we do enough of that already.
Seventeen Finding equipment to use on your ghost hunt can be expensive and most of us do not have that easy money just sitting around.
So be pragmatic and hunt the bargain.
There are many online sites that now carry great buys on paranormal cameras, recorders, flashlights.
Eighteen Don't be a loner, network, communicate and socialize with other with the same passion.
Check out online forums and sites.
Post and start up a discussion on message forums and places where you can get a good conversation going.
Nineteen Be yourself; do not put on airs, don't spout off all your knowledge so someone thinks you are smart and cool.
Twenty Be respectful of everything and everyone.
Twenty One Never ever run off scared and leave a team member alone.
Twenty Two We all have feelings and intuitions - Listen to them, and never do harm Twenty Three Check that your equipment is working and charged up.
Twenty Four It might be fun for you, but it is serious business - horseing around can get you hurt.
Twenty Five Hold your breath when taking a picture on a cold night - Exhaled breath can show up as fog on the lense Twenty Six Check the place of investigation out in the daylight if possible for hazards Twenty Seven Take your identification with you, just in case you end up somewhere you shouldn't and are asked to prove who you are.
Twenty Eight Do not whisper as it can be hard when you listen to recordings to tell who is doing it or what.
Twenty Nine Do not wear strong scented perfume or cologne as it makes it hard to identify other scents around you.
Thirty Finally before you go on a hunt make sure people know where you are.
It is just safer that way.
As you can see there are good things and bad ways to go about things, it is up to you to learn what you need to do to protect yourself and those with you.
It is serious business and must be looked at as so.
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