I have had many paranormal experiences in my life ever since I was a child. I have paranormal investigated with the equipment and everything for years.

Now it seems like I am not having experiences anymore and I want to jump start the paranormal part of my life again. I loved it and have always been facinated with it all.

So aside from psychics (which I cannot afford), and Ouija Boards, what ways can I get in contact with the other side? I am already aware of the dangers etc. Like I said, I have been interested in this for a while. But I am looking for other methods of contacting spirits.

What I have tried thus far is to surround myself with blessed rocks from my church, light 3 candles in the circle with me, say my protective prayers, have some items that identify with the spirit I am trying to communicate, and I say over and over, "I am seeking (spirit's name). Come forward (spirit's name) and communicate with me."

I make sure there is no distractions and I try to keep focused. Is what I am doing right or is there other things I could do?

Please help!

[ May 06, 2004, 07:48 PM: Message edited by: ghostlover26 ]

Well, you could try to get contact through dreams, I guess. Ask what you want before you fall asleep, and really focus on it. Don't expect obvious answers/contacts, they may be rather obscure and symbolic. That's my suggestion, anyway.

good luck!
/w

I know this sounds odd and a bit simplistic, but it is a pattern I've noticed with myself for several years now. The more I read about the paranormal, the more I seem to open up to something happening. I don't know if it is simply a case of my mind becoming more aware because I'm thinking about the subject more, or if the spirits are saying "Aha! This one is interested in us, let's make some contact!"

In any case, read as much as you can on the net, check out some books, and keep a watchful eye and open mind.

It also doesn't hurt to visit some good, haunted locations; almost as an exercise in sharpening your awareness. Observe how you feel in these places. Do you notice changes in temperature, does the hair on the back of your neck stand up...? Once you know specifically how you react in a haunted location, you can carry this over to everyday experiences. One of our board members has mentioned that he has a dizzy sensation overcome him in haunted environments, so when he has a dizzy sensation somewhere, he would know a spirit might be around.

A lot of this is really going to depend on the individual. These are just some things that I've found work for me. Good luck with your adventures!

I agree with Carrie. Seems the more you focus, the more aware you become. Make sure that's what you really want though! Let us know if you start having ghosties lurking about =)

[ April 30, 2004, 07:38 PM: Message edited by: Cindy ]

One way is to do automatic writing...use your non-dominant hand (the one you rarely use) to do the writing...and watch what happens...no judgment allowed =)

I too agree with Carrie. It is like anything else the more we practice and the more knowledge we acquire the better we get at it. I also have to agree with the comment Cindy made - be sure this is really what you want. Can't say I'm a fan of the automatic writing though (no offense moonchild). It's like the Quija board - an open invitation and you have no way of knowing who you are inviting in. There are negative energies out there that will say what you want to hear to make you believe they are someone they are not. And that may be just the beginning when you open that door.

Just remember which ever path you decide to take do your research and gather your information from reputable sources. Good luck and let us know how it goes.

Well, everyone...It has been months since I was here discussing this issue. I am now back.

First of all, my conditions have changed for contacting spirits. I am in a new apartment. Since living here, I have heard children running on the roof around dawn even though there are no children to be running up there. LOL That has happened once.

I do not believe my apartment to be haunted though since nothing else has really happend. But I must tell you all that I have successfully captured a class B EVP recording. It is on a cassette tape. I do not have the equipment to put in on my computer right now, but when I do, I will be sure to post it. It was definately a male spirit because of the tone of the voice. And to my surprise, it said my NAME! I certainly did not expect to hear THAT! I do not have anyone who has passed that is male that would be trying to contact me, so I have no idea who it was. Bottom line, it was exciting to know that it is possible for me to do this. This was recorded at the old place I was living. I have yet to try it here in my new apartment.

I have NOT used a Ouija board. But I did recently purchase a pendulum for dowsing. I have not tried it out yet, however.

I even experienced some paranormal activity when I was at the Queen Mary for the Halloween event. I stayed the night there and during the night, things in my room were moved. I also caputred orb pictures, etc.

Thank you all for your posts on this topic. As I said, I knew I was ready and I tried what I felt comfortable with. And it was a success. I feel safe, nothing bad has happened, and I am very pleased with the results.