How to Investigate a Personal Paranormal Activity or Experience

The media has made paranormal activity a fact of reality television. The "experts" on TV make the investigations look relatively easy with their expensive equipment. It is possible for a run-of-the-mill normal everyday person to investigate paranormal experiences with equipment that is found in everyone's house.

Difficulty:

Moderately Challenging

Instructions

1. Research the site of the paranormal experience. Ask neighbors about the history of the house or look for old newspaper articles that give information about past happenings in the house. The former property owners and the local police may also have some enlightening information.

2. Set up a video camera in the area where the paranormal experience occurred. The camera may catch objects moving or lights being turned on or off.

3. Walk around the house, looking for dramatic changes in temperature. These can be detected with a thermometer or by physical feel. Paranormal beings are said to create cold spots in the area when a manifestation occurs. If a cold spot is detected, take pictures with a digital camera in all directions from the cold spots. Remember to take photos toward the ceiling also.

4. Carry a voice recorder from room to room. Ask the questions, "Is anybody here? Would you like to tell us anything?" Wait a few moments and continue to the next room. Paranormal voices or sounds may be heard on playback.

5. Use a motion detector to monitor for movement. Some nightlights will activate if they sense any movement. Set up another video camera where the motion detector is located, allowing the investigator the chance to see what sets off the motion detector.

Tips & Warnings

• Always trust your "gut" feeling. If it says, "Time to leave," it would be a good idea to listen. People's intuition can pick up on paranormal activity, creating an uncomfortable feeling.

• Don't investigate paranormal activity alone. In case of an accident it is always good to have someone around to help in an emergency. Also always tell someone where the investigation is occurring, in case something happens and assistance needs to be sent.

• Never threaten or dare paranormal activity to occur. Some spirits may not react very nicely if they are not respected or treated politely.