The Team
FAQ's
Q. Do ghosts exist?
A. We do not pretend to know the answer to that conclusively, nor are we trying to convince anyone that they exist. The body of historical evidence and our own experience suggests that there is SOME kind of anomalous energy at work that is just beyond the explanation of modern science. We advocate keeping an open mind, but at the same time recommend trying to find scientific explanations first.
Q. Strange things are happening here. Is it a ghost?
A. Presuming first of all that ordinary causes have been ruled out, there could be a number of paranormal agents at work of which ghosts only comprise a part. Hauntings are not all alike, and the spirit realm may be as varied and complex as the ecology in our physical world. There are many classifications of paranormal entities, and we suggest reading up on your specific case.
Q. Am I crazy?
A. If you are sane enough to ask that question, then probably not. N.I.G.H.T. is an excellent resource for those who are afraid they will be laughed at or not taken seriously. We treat everyone's honest perceptions with respect and dignity. However, if the request is too unusual or bizarre, we may decline to get involved for safety reasons. ("Meet me in this haunted dark alley at midnight and come alone")
Q. Then what is it?
A. That can sometimes be difficult to determine, but hauntings do tend to fall into recognizable categories as explained above. N.I.G.H.T. can usually narrow down the type of entity responsible through careful interviewing augmented by onsite investigation and equipment evidence.
Q. What do I do?
A. There are a number of things which can often mitigate or resolve a haunting, but again, every situation is unique and it depends on the nature of the haunting as to what will be effective. It is difficult to make hard and fast rules about everything, but N.I.G.H.T. is available on a consulting basis for your individual case.
To provide more immediate resolution and understanding, we’ve drafted a chart for your personal use.
Q. Some groups have told me that they aren't "ghostbusters" or you can't get rid of a ghost. Why is that?
A. Well, if they say they don't know how to resolve a haunting, then that is probably true - but that doesn't mean that N.I.G.H.T. can't help. In most cases, there IS something you can do - don't let anyone tell you different. A lot of ghost clubs are very new and simply parrot back what they have read on the web rather than through their own experience. We are currently developing more tools to help our clients, and gain insight every day.
Q. Are ghosts dangerous?
A. Extremely rarely to never. You are much more likely to hurt yourself by running away or fainting and hitting your head than anything they might do. There ARE other entities or unusual conditions which can cause harm - though usually indirectly by affecting your mood and ability to function through the fear the situation creates.
It is best to educate yourself, understand and not be afraid if at all possible. Talking with N.I.G.H.T. often greatly reduces the apprehension and anxiety brought on by the unknown.
Q. Will the ghost get mad at me if I talk about it?
A. It's your home and you have a right to feel safe and comfortable there. Don't let the fear of anyone, living or dead stop you from having peace and enjoyment. Also, it is highly unlikely that the ghost is sentient enough, mean-spirited enough and has the power to do harm for this to present itself as an issue.
Most of the hauntings that are reported aren't due to an interactive ghost per se. Things can get stirred up, much as a smoldering log will flare if you poke at it, but if you are going to have resolution, it is necessary to confront the situation. N.I.G.H.T. has the expertise to deal with nearly any eventuality, whatever it's source.
Q. Can ghosts attach themselves to objects or people?
A. This is one of the more difficult questions to answer. I would say that paranormal PHENOMENA can center around a particular object or person, but by definition it would be very rare for a classical interactive ghost to do the same. The reason why is because in the strictest sense, a ghost is anchored to a certain spot due to being unaware of their state, or because of unfinished business. The chances of such a "stuck" entity seeing an investigator walk by and thinking: "Hey, they're cute - think I'll go home with them" is pretty slim in our book. The issues they are reliving or working through would take metaphysical precedence by far.
Personally, we tend to think of those that always claim that ghosts follow them home are either mistaken or get some kind of an ego trip from claiming such events occur. We do think that spirits (entities that are not earth bound like ghosts) can certainly follow or attach themselves to someone, so that may be mistaken for a ghost. Other issues at work may be poltergeist activity from RSPK, an artificial ghost created by a thoughtform acting as a phantom, a psychic attack from another individual, etheric revenants, etc.
As for residual energy left in an object, it can generally be read by a skilled psychometrist, but for it to be strong enough to precipitate activity on it's own would require an unusually heavy charge or a great amount of significance assigned to it. It is possible that the power could come from some external force acting upon the pattern in the object (like plugging a fan into the wall) or it could be somehow activated by a unique individual. The differing perceptions between observers could also explain why one person may see or hear something around a particular subject and someone else wouldn't.
Q. Am I a bad person / Christian / Wiccan because my house is haunted? What did I do wrong?
A. Likely, you did nothing wrong, though there are many ways to invite spirits into your space both conscious and unconscious. The use of Ouija boards, black magic, drug abuse, negative attitudes, destructive relationships and extreme stress can all contribute to lowering your defenses in such a way that something may be attracted or find it easier to invade your home. This generally only applies to parasites and other unpleasant entities.
Residual hauntings and Earth mysteries are often already there, and certain normal activities such as renovation, solar flares and emotional flareups may activate these patterns, much as automatic doors open when the motion sensor detects a presence. There may be some inherent personal lesson or motif that the universe may be trying to impart to you, but that would have to be examined on a case by case basis.
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