Do ghosts really exist?That is the question people have been asking since the beginning of time. Although many people have claimed to see a ghost, there is no evidence that they really exist. There have been pictures, EVPs, video, and other types of evidence that some people claim are from the spirit world. There really isn't any "yes or no" answer. It all depends on your personal belief.
Can a ghost hurt you? No, ghosts can not harm you. Although, there are some people who believe demons can harm you (such as the case of the Smurl family, in the book "The Haunted") . This again, is based on your own personal belief. But 99.9% of the time, if a ghost is encountered it won't harm you.
Can a ghost communicate with the living, or the living communicate with the dead? This is another of those "yes or no" questions. Many mediums claim that they themselves can communicate with the dead. Unfortunately, this is very hard to prove. There are many mediums in the world, who seem to be able to know things that nobody else knows. Some of them have even helped the police solve unsolved cases. In my opinion, I believe its possible to communicate with the dead. We don't know enough about the afterlife, to come up with a valid answer.
How do I know if something in a photo is paranormal or just natural? Well, this can be easily answered. Do your homework! The best way to find out is to research it. There have been many paranormal photos out that that can be proven naturally. As an example, orbs which many people feel are ghosts are usually dust, or moisture.But it doesn't always mean its natural. Don't try to prove its paranormal. Try to prove its natural. If it cant be proven natural, then its possibly paranormal.
Can an object be haunted, such as items I've seen on Ebay? It is possible that objects can sometimes be haunted. (Such as the case of the portrait of Aunt Pratt at Shirley Plantation) However, this isn't an every day occurrence, and has yet to be proven. As for ebay, the odds are, that they aren't haunted. Many people will try and make a fast buck to anyone, who is willing to buy something haunted.
What is a Haunting? A haunting are paranormal disturbances usually attributed to the spirits of the dead. Various phenomena are reported including moving objects, strange noises, lights, cold spots, unpleasant smells, and the appearance of ghostly figures. Most haunting's are attributed to those who have suffered some sort of violent death.
When's the best time to see a ghost? Day or night? Ghosts have been seen both day and night. However, the majority of spirits can usually be seen during the night hours of 9PM-6AM.
I live in an old house. Could it be haunted? Well, that all depends on what you mean by haunted. It it likely that ghosts and spirits can exist anywhere and everywhere at all times. You might have many ghosts in your house, but that doesn't mean that they will haunt you. Living in an old house, there is more of a chance of it being haunted.
What's the best equipment to use for investigations? There really isn't a list of the "Best" equipment, but there is basic equipment that most paranormal investigators use. This list includes a camera (35mm or digital), video camera (analog, or digital), audio recorder (analog, or digital), EMF meter, infrared thermometer, flashlight, and a notebook and pen. There are other types of equipment, but these are the basics. Better equipment is available, but its usually at a higher cost.
What's better, a 35mm camera. or a digital camera? That all depends. Both of these cameras have advantages, and disadvantages. A 35mm camera is good, because it uses film. If something shows up on a picture, you would have a negative to prove it. The down side is that you have to buy film and then have it developed. This could get very expensive. Digital cameras are good because they don't use film, and you can take an huge amount of pictures. The down side is that you don't have any negatives if something shows up. Also, batteries don't last too long. However, they sell rechargeable batteries that help out with this problem.
Why don't most paranormal investigators use Ouija boards, or conduct seances? This question has two answers. First off, most serious investigators feel that using a Ouija board or conducting a seance will show that they aren't really serious about what they do. Second, we feel that by doing these things, you could unknowingly conjure something that could be dangerous, or evil. Many times, people who get possessed or have a demon in the house, usually are people who messed around with this.
How does one get rid of a ghost that is haunting a certain place? Well, there is no one answer for this question. Although some people claim to get rid of ghosts, there is no proof verifying this. If your house is haunted, the best thing to do is to try and communicate with the spirit and urge them to move on.
Can animals sense paranormal activity? Although there is no hard core proof that animals detect ghosts, it has been accepted by many people that they do have a sixth sense, and are able to see things we can not.
