The Mind of a Paranormal Investigator

I am not sure about the rest of you but I have magnetic signs on the side of my truck that have our teams logo and web site on it. I don't know if this is good practice or not. I bring this up because this morning I was driving to work and twice when I was stopped at a traffic light I had cars pull up to the side of me look at the magnet and then slowly pull up to the front of the truck and then stare into my window. The first time I wiped my nose thinking I had something hanging out of it but I didn't. Other than the nose thing I didn't really think twice about it until it happened the second time, different car same look. I understand how difficult it maybe for some people to understand what it is I exactly do and why I do it. This is one of the many difficulties, I, as a Paranormal Investigator, am glad to deal with. I think that I am going to start carrying a skull mask in the truck so next time this happens I could slip it on and really give them something to look at. I know they may just be curious to see what a Paranormal investigator looks like.

I am here to tell all those people who want to know or are just curious, that I as a Paranormal Investigator look just like anyone else, I have a job, I have a family, I go to church, I am a proud veteran and served in a war, and unfortunately I pay taxes. I am really no different from you in many ways. I know, that paranormal investigators have become popularized through television. I ask you to not judge me. I am not like you see on TV.

I believe the majority of the Paranormal Investigation teams missions are all the same. Mine is this I am here to aid the living, who are experiencing severe, disturbing, or friendly/frightening paranormal activity in their lives. I take an unbiased, logical, scientific, and professional approach. While at the same time I attempt to discover the truth behind the event, to offer closure for all those affected; living or dead. I specialize in the investigation and paranormal phenomenon. My vision is to collect information and analyze available evidence about the phenomenon experienced by the living, and attempt to find a cause and solution. I adhere to my beliefs and its method and philosophy about situations deemed as paranormal phenomenon. I further affirm that I am dedicated to the continued study of the paranormal and attempting to help you develop a better understanding of what they are experiencing in your life to the best of my knowledge. I believe in the Paranormal, proving that it exist is not my goal. I accept, that you may have the belief that such a thing doesn't exist, and for those who don't or can't believe I say this, " I will never have enough proof for you because no proof is possible". To those who do believe no proof is needed."

I think most people today want to be seen as modern thinkers and not superstitious. Admitting to an experience is not normally accepted as real and opens people up to being criticized. So, there are people who say they believe only in what science has "proven." What if those people had lived a few hundred years ago, how do you think they would have reacted to being told about electricity or about the ability to see the images of people large distances away through television, etc? Don't get me wrong, people are entitled to what they want to believe that is why we as Paranormal investigators do what we do. We help those who may have a doubt and help them understand that it is OK.

The term "Paranormal Investigator" can include anyone interested in many areas of the paranormal such as Aliens or UFO's, and yes, even ghosts. The key word in this title, however is "Investigator". Webster's Dictionary describes an "Investigator" as someone who will observe or study by close examination and systematic inquiry: to make a systematic examination: to conduct an official inquiry. The Paranormal Investigator attempts to rule out all possible natural explanations, are open minded and inquisitive, do not make assumptions and do not just assume ghosts exist, they take a scientific approach to their research and many are versed in a variety of other areas of related fields such as Parapsychology, Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Environmental, geological, and others. The Paranormal Investigator, not only uses good quality equipment when conducting an investigation, but they also know what the equipment is used for, how to use it properly and how to analyze the data they collect and correlate it with other types of evidence to have a greater view of a situation. If no evidence is apparent, they take it for what it is. Good or Bad. They do not attempt to make it fit their hypotheses. The Investigator conducts research on the area they are investigating in hopes of getting clarification on some of the evidence they may have collected. I believe also that most if not all of the Paranormal Investigation teams also go as far as offering some type of cleansing protocol or spiritual help if needed. Most of the Paranormal and Ghost hunting teams on the web are in fact Paranormal Investigators. If you are in the need of help from one of these teams or individuals, just be aware of their beliefs and their objectives.

My beliefs on the Paranormal are as follows; I believe in ghost and the supernatural, no one has to prove this phenomena to me. I believe that we as human beings develop such a bond with our families and loved ones that it makes it hard sometimes to move on after we pass. I believe that someone in life can get so comfortable with their surroundings they are unable to pass because this is where they feel most alive. I also believe that our emotions are so strong that the emotion itself can create a spirit of a passed loved one. When it comes to being a Paranormal Investigator my goal along with my Paranormal team is to investigate these phenomena, which includes collecting data and evidence through various equipment. We review the data and evidence collected with hopes of not only gathering further proof of the Paranormal but to also rule out the possibility of it actually being a natural occurrence. Using the evidence and data, our team tries to find the answers to why certain things happen at certain times. We try and find out why a spirit shows itself to someone or at some place but not to everyone and every place. We try to find out through our questioning if the spirit is a relation to a home owner or something else. These are just some of the things we try to get answers for. We record and file all of our investigation with hope of finding a common link between this world and the next.

The Difference between A Ghost Hunter and Paranormal Investigator.

My dad us to always say "that all catfish are fish, but not all fish are catfish". This saying goes true for these different types of individuals. All Paranormal Investigators are Ghost Hunters, but not all Ghost hunters are Paranormal Investigators.

If you were to look around the web, you would find that there are quite a few "Ghost Hunter" and "Paranormal Investigation" teams. We have all heard these terms often and assume that they are the same. I think that there is a difference between the "Ghost Hunter" and the "Paranormal Investigator". There are several aspects of each of these titles that express what these people do and how they look at the field. Let's take a look at each of them. This is just my opinion so please keep that in mind when reading.


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GHOST HUNTER

This title pretty much says it all. To hunt ghosts would imply that these individuals assume that there are ghost and they are on a quest to find them. The basic definition of a hunter is one who hunts. I think that these are the individuals that you will find walking around a cemetery or an abandoned building late at night with a flashlight, a digital camera, maybe a Electromagnetic Field Meter (EMF), and a voice recorder and hoping to see something that will scare the mess out of them. To me these individuals are just thrill seekers with little or no education in the Paranormal field. These individuals know what the equipment is but rarely know the proper way to use it. The images, readings on their meters, and the sounds that are on their recorders they take as proof positive of a ghost. When they watch Ghost Hunting shows on TV, they accept them as actual reality of the Paranormal field. Don't get me wrong I believe that all of us Paranormal Investigators were once Ghost Hunters and that really is not a bad thing, and I believe that we revert back to a Ghost Hunter every now and again. A practical Ghost Hunter makes a great Paranormal Investigator.

PARANORMAL INVESTIGATOR

The term "Paranormal Investigator" can include anyone interested in many areas of the paranormal such as Aliens or UFO's, and yes, even ghosts. The key word in this title, however is "Investigator". Webster's Dictionary describes an "Investigator" as someone who will observe or study by close examination and systematic inquiry: to make a systematic examination: to conduct an official inquiry. The Paranormal Investigator attempts to rule out all possible natural explanations, are open minded and inquisitive, do not make assumptions and do not just assume ghosts exist, they take a scientific approach to their research and many are versed in a variety of other areas of related fields such as Parapsychology, Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Environmental, geological, and others. The Paranormal Investigator, not only uses good quality equipment when conducting an investigation, but they also know what the equipment is used for, how to use it properly and how to analyze the data they collect and correlate it with other types of evidence to have a greater view of a situation. If no evidence is apparent, they take it for what it is. Good or Bad. They do not attempt to make it fit their hypotheses. The Investigator conducts research on the area they are investigating in hopes of getting clarification on some of the evidence they may have collected. I believe also that most if not all of the Paranormal Investigation teams also go as far as offering some type of cleansing protocol or spiritual help if needed. Most of the Paranormal and Ghost hunting teams on the web are in fact Paranormal Investigators. If you are in the need of help from one of these teams or individuals, just be aware of their beliefs and their objectives.

Showing respect to the passed.

I would like to think that a successful paranormal investigation is not only based on how scientific or how sophisticated the tools we employ during field investigation are. I believe such success is also based on how much we understand the existence of the paranormal and how we accept their existence. The great tools are imbedded within our own personality. I believe spirits are human beings, who still retain their emotions and intelligence after death. Therefore, they still behave exactly like us, and like us they would like respect from the living. As a paranormal investigator, I understand the concept of humility that is related to positive behavior - showing respect and reverence for the dead will always create positive energy that in turn will attract the spirit to be involved in paranormal investigations.Nobody likes to be forced to do anything. Even in real life, we don't like someone to order us to do things in an offensive manner. Asking in a polite manner. I think will always get a more positive response out of the listener and will definitely make them more apt to cooperate. We must remember that we are trying to build a relationship with these spirits. I believe that if someone behaves in a hostile way towards the spirit by ordering the spirit to appear, so that the spirit can be captured, then we should be prepared to feel the negative reaction of the spirit towards us or we suffer the failure of getting success in the investigation. Nevertheless, the technology that we use during a paranormal investigation is not the most important thing that brings success, but a mere tool that helps us to document spirit existence. I maintain and believe that the best attraction for spirits to participate in our investigations is by showing respect and reverence towards them.

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How to Become a Paranormal Investigator

The new hobby of Paranormal investigating or Ghost hunting is slowly becoming a very popular hobby these days. All the new and interesting shows such as Ghost Hunters, Paranormal State, Ghost Adventurers, America's Most Haunted, A Haunting, and Destination Truth have suddenly changed the face of ghost hunting and Paranormal investigating. Now with all the new hype there are new groups of people from all walks of life wanting to know How to become a Paranormal Investigator?

Paranormal Investigating can be excited and scary at the same time. It takes a certain type of person to search for paranormal activity and if you really think about it, searching for ghosts or other paranormal activity is quite frankly, a pretty scary situation, which is why a Paranormal investigator must have a strong mental attitude, and be ready to not panic in stressful or dangerous situations.

This is how you become a Paranormal Investigator:

The first step you must take is to really spend some time thinking. Start by asking yourself questions.

Do I really want to look for Ghosts?

What will I do if I have a hostile Ghost in my presence?

Can I perform under stressful situations?

Will put forth the effort to gain the knowledge to do investigations properly and keep myself and my group safe during investigations?

This process is meant for you to really decide if you want to pursue the Paranormal Investigation Field. Ghost Hunting or Paranormal Investigating is not suggest for children or people who are not strong mentally. If you panic easily, the best option for you is to probably stay away from investigating the paranormal. But if you still want to pursue the Paranormal Investigating occupation, then you be able to fill other needs for groups such as case workers, interviewers, and equipment managers. This will at least get you a position on a team.

Now that you know that you have what it takes to become a Paranormal Investigator or a Ghost Hunter, the decision has to be made:

Do you want to start by joining a already existing Paranormal Investigation team?

Or Do you want to Start Your Own?

I would suggest you find a group near you and ask to join the team or at least ask them if you could join them for a investigation. This is recommended for those who have never done any ghost hunting or paranormal investigating before. You will learn some techniques and actually see how a proper investigation is played out.

Joining a near by group may not be possible for everyone. Sometimes groups are locked and filled, and some simply don't want any outsiders to join them, but you will find that most groups will allow you to tag along if you ask them.

If you can't find a group near you. Then it will be up to you to start one. (I would not suggest doing any investigation alone, specially in hot spots.) You can start by asking a friend or family member. If all else fails, put up posters or ads, with all the new found hype, someone will be willing to join your team.

Once you have found your group members. You will need some equipment to at least get you started. The basic equipment any ghost hunter or paranormal investigator will need is a camera and a digital recorder. If you have at least those two types of equipment, then you have enough to do a proper investigation. Another tool I would suggest that is pretty cheap is dowsing rods. Prices vary anywhere between 3 dollars to as high as twenty dollars for a pair. A good tool for those that don't have sensing equipment.

Now that you have your group and your basic equipment, start by doing a few daytime ghost hunts at a local cemetery.

(Yes Ghost Hunting in the Day is still Ghost hunting. Ghosts are there whether it is night or day.)

Keep doing it until you become comfortable with using equipment and how your group will act during investigating. Each member knowing exactly what they are suppose to do during investigations saves time, and makes investigating a lot easier.

Once you are confident on your investigating skills, start advertising by banners and business cards, and don't forget online advertising. Sooner or later you will get a call for a Private Paranormal investigation.

As a true paranormal investigator you must continue your learning and research all the elements of Paranormal activity. If you have knowledge on what types of entities you may be dealing with, you will then have the knowledge to gather evidence at a higher rate.

You only gain the true experience by actually doing the investigations. Hands on experience and Research is how to become a paranormal investigator.

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