Paranormal researchers should make themselves aware of relevant scientific theories that apply to their investigations (e.g. how magnetism works). Such theories have been repeatedly tested & cannot simply be rejected unless there is compelling new scientific evidence otherwise.

Always survey & map out an area you are investigating before the investigation, preferably during daylight hours. This can be accomplished either through a preliminary investigation or a walkthrough of the premises.  Be aware of the surroundings for safety sake. For best results, always take a day walk through before doing a nighttime investigation, if possible. The other option would be to show up just before dark (dusk) & have a look around before starting. 

Don't walk into an area snapping pictures right off the bat. Give those ghosts that are present some time to get used to you. 

Always say a prayer of protection before &  after an investigation. This is a safety precaution all Paranormal Investigators should take.  Spirits can follow you home!

Things a Paranormal Investigator MUST ALWAYS Remember

1. Let them (ghosts & spirits) know they are not forgotten. Let your journey in this field of study be a labor of love.  Remember to be respectful of ghosts & sprits, as they were once living, & still are in a way for that matter.  

2. Never tease, threaten or dare an unseen entity. First of all, we want to be taken seriously. Secondly, we are Paranormal Investigators, not bullies. Lastly, we certainly don't want any vindictive entities following us home or worse yet, attacking & hurting us.

3. Conduct yourself as a professional at all times.  We always want to present ourselves as one in control & that of course means around other investigators, victims of a haunting, & even to the ghosts themselves. Self-confidence & control will radiate like a beacon of light & thus serve as a shield of protection.

4. Never seek out entities on your own  A team of two works well & three is the ideal number. Larger groups will need to break up into smaller groups.  

5. Addicting habits can be contradictory to your ghostly pursuits. Examples would be heavy addictions to drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, etc. These things in excess make you vulnerable & susceptible to attack. The attack stems from the entities attraction to your addictions & also because of your weakness. Mind altering substances are particularly enticing to them.

6. Pay attention to your dreams. Entities will use this relaxed state of mind & body to try & influence or torment it's targeted victim. Use whatever wording is necessary (according to your own spiritual beliefs) to command such an intrusion to cease. Command it in the Holy name of your God or Higher Power.                                                                     

7. Use religious relics & symbols as a protection, but only use these if you believe in what they can do. It's not the item itself that has the power, it's what it symbolizes according to your faith.

That's what actually gives it its power.

8. Listen to your instincts & your intuition. Draw from the power within. You will find this to be your greatest resource.

9. Never leave a team member behind, not ever. Commit yourself to the task at hand until it's done. A combined effort makes the team an intricate working structure.

10. Always consider all aspects of a haunting. Go into an investigation with a kind heart & gracious attitude. But know that most hauntings can be explained; i.e. house settling, furnace noises etc. As sad as it is, you must also consider the mental & emotional state of the victim as well. Paranoia, delusional aspects & mental illness in general may be a consideration. As a final note; it should also be stated however, that in some cases, an unstable person can actually be open to these types of attacks.

11. Always remember, you are the one in control. You have the body & thus you have the power. It's really simple, you are in your element. This is your dimension & your reality. Unseen entities are intruders into your space. That is, unless, they are invited in or find a way in through your weaknesses. Be strong by curving appetites & living a productive & wholesome life.

12. Be familiar with all aspects of the supernatural.  Know well the entities you pursue, understand them & the things of their world. Knowledge is power. The more you know, the more confident you become. Be careful though, not all knowledge is good. Acquire it with a scientific standpoint. 

13. Your best protection is in the life you lead.  If you are active in ghostly pursuits then evil will cross your path, so be armed. If you are religious, then live your religion. But whether you are or not, your best protection is to live so as to put others first. Good deeds & a love for all life is your greatest protection.

14. Don't be afraid to experiment.  Not everything you try will work. If one attempt or theory fails, keep trying. Simply move on to the next thing on your list & by all means, have a list.

15. Do your homework.  Consider all aspects of an investigation before you go. A preliminary walk through ahead of time is advised. Doing a history check is helpful as well. Anything you can find out ahead of time will be to your advantage. 

16. Never be without outside contact.  Make sure others outside your team are aware of where you are when on an investigation. A cell phone is a must, whenever possible. 

17. Demonic Possession.  It's extremely rare that you will ever hear of a full-fledged demonic possession. But it is something that all ghost hunters need to be aware of & briefed on. Full possession requires an "invitation" in order to gain a foothold. However, there are activities that can be construed as an invitation. i.e. Ouija boards, séances, etc. A person with heavy

addictions, depression or someone who is desperately lonely are more apt to be targets. When any type of invitation is construed, whether implied or direct, it may very well be acted upon by such evil entities. Even with all that, it's still rare that evil will triumph successfully, but it is possible in some cases. Ghost hunters are somewhat susceptible because of the nature of their work.

                                                                                                 

18. Lower Level Entities.  There are other less severe life forms that we need to be aware of as well. They are evil & are here to weaken the population through their influence. Their ultimate goal is to distract us from our life duties & make us as unproductive as possible. These creatures are subtle but very much determined. People that allow themselves to be heavily

influenced in this direction are also more prone to demonic possession.

19. Be scientifically minded.  Strive to prove the existence of ghosts & the afterlife. We as Paranormal Investigators cannot simply rely on the word of someone with a particular gift. We need to know for ourselves & we need to document it in our studies.

20. Rely on your senses.  Be ever mindful of your own awareness. We are all born with the gift of inspiration. We also have a bell (so to speak) that sounds off when we are in danger. It's a gift that needs to be focused on. Constantly pay attention to this special ability that we all have. Especially when on an investigation. As you become more aware & in tune, you will be able to

better sense ghosts & other types of entities.

21. Evidence is everything.  We have to show our hard word as the evidence we collect. So take notes, write up reports, snap pictures, collect EVP’s. Keep a log. 

22. Be aware that theories change. If there's anything we can depend on, it's change. What we may know about ghosts today may change tomorrow. We need to embrace credible evidence & use that knowledge to our advantage. So be willing to let go of old theories when need be. If we don't, we will be left behind.

23. Expect Results.  Go into every assignment with an attitude of well defined purpose. Go knowing you have your preliminary research accomplished before & then have a plan to make it all come together. A good investigator is organized and thorough. The right attitude yields results! 

24. It's okay to be afraid.  That is, as long as it doesn't seriously effect the investigation or make you especially vulnerable.  Excessive fear will make you ineffective as a contributing team member & will make you a target for entities. Excessive fear or anger feeds and empowers certain types of entities. Enjoy the thrill of the chase & scream if you must. But everything in

moderation.

25. Ghosts cannot hurt you.  They can scare you into hurting yourself however.  Energies & spirits above the "ghost" class however can hurt you mentally & physically.  Watch out for yourself & those around you who may inadvertently put themselves or others in harm.

26. Know standard terminology used by Paranormal Investigators.  The more you know, the better prepared you are to instill that confidence in those around you. To be professional, courteous, & understanding shows you take your role as a Paranormal Investigator seriously & are ready for the responsibilities that come with any investigation.

Ghosts appear in many forms. The most common of these forms is what we refer to as Electromagnetic Luminaries or EML's. EML's, if you were to break it down to a very basic level, are balls of electrostatic energy with what seems to be a conscience. They seem to be able to

reason & have some sort of intelligence. From EML's, a 'ghost' will manifest into what is referred to as a free formed vapor. This vapor appears like a mist. Most of the time it will not have a definite shape. From this vaporous mass, a 'ghost' will then manifest into a full human form which is extremely rare to see & even more rare to catch on film.

Many people who see a full form floating apparition or 'ghost', notice that they seem to be dressed in clothing from the period in which they once existed. As we know, clothes do not have souls nor do those leisure suits from the 70's have an afterlife, however, there are a few reasons we have to take into account why these 'ghosts' appear the way they do.

First, many of the 'ghosts' are not aware they are no longer alive. Going by what we know, 'ghosts' are nothing more than EML's that go through a manifestation period of balls of energy to a vaporous mist to full form. During the period of the vapor manifestation is when the energy begins to take shape. This shape, being whatever form it chooses to take & not knowing that it is no longer alive, usually takes the same shape it had in life. In life, when we perceive ourselves, we see ourselves clothed, as do these apparitions. This is the reason they will form with clothing they are familiar in. Children will often be seen with their toys once they manifest to full form. Some spirits know they are deceased due to a violent demise & choose to stay behind in the world of the living. This is why those who did indeed have a violent demise can be seen with wounds that pertain to way they were killed.

I always believe the best equipment you can ever carry in any investigation is your own 'Healthy Mind'. What equipments work for anyone, we do not know and we do not recommend. We are trying to get the reality to the world with what ever it takes and where ever it takes us. Some equipments never work for me, but heck, a few which never worked for others has done wonders for me. But does it mean we shared an ego about something? We only share healthy and assertive ego that adds to the pile of paranormal research not subtracts anything.