Is There a Ghost in My House?

Is My House Haunted?

By Victor Fuhrman

A real-life paranormal investigator answers your burning questions about ghosts, spirits and things that go bump in the night.

Interest in ghostly activity is high this Halloween.

A trend I call “paranormania” is running rampant in popular media. The box office success of movies like Paranormal Activity 2 and Clint Eastwood’s Hereafter and television shows such as Ghost Hunters and Paranormal State, are stirring the cauldron of public interest--and even instilling some fear. In my experience, ghosts are not to be feared, just understood.

Find answers to some of the most common questions about ghosts.

Victor Fuhrman is an ordained Interfaith Minister, spiritual counselor and paranormal investigator. He is an advocate of moving from fear to understanding when it comes to ghosts. This content is from his forthcoming book, all rights reserved by author. Visit him at www.enervision.org.

How do I know if there is a ghost?

The presence of a ghost, referred to as a “haunting,” can take on several forms, including:

1. Apparitions--a visual image of a full or partial form ranging from a full, life-like, image of the deceased to shadow figures and mists.

2. The unexplained movement of objects.

3. Unexplained sounds (footsteps, banging) and voices (laughter, whispers, words).

4. An unexplained dramatic fall or rise of temperature, usually in an isolated spot.

5. Unexplained electrical phenomena (lights turning on and off, devices turning on and off, etc.).

6. Unexplained feelings ranging from a heavy feeling or sense of dread to physical touching.

Note: The use of the word “unexplained” means that these manifestations cannot be accounted for by the normal laws of nature or science.

How can I communicate with a ghost or spirit?

The key to all paranormal or subtle energy communication is quieting the mind. A practice of some form of meditation will make one more receptive to subtle energy and information.

Some people try to communicate with “Ouija Boards” but more often than not, the planchette or pointer is moved not by spirit but by the user’s unconscious desire to make contact with a departed loved one.

There are also many sincere and ethical professional mediums that make their living reaching out to the other side. As with all services, let the buyer beware! If a medium asks for inordinately large sums of money, uses scare tactics or asks you do to do something that goes against your grain or makes you feel uncomfortable, you are probably more psychically gifted than they are, so politely walk away!

How can I connect with loved ones who have passed on?

The number one reason people are drawn to paranormal studies and groups is because they have either experienced some form of contact with departed loved ones or want to know if it is possible. If you sense the presence of deceased family or friends, here are a few techniques to try to establish communication.

1. Meditate or sit quietly in a room or place where you've spent time together.

2. After relaxing, sense or visualize their presence as if they were still alive and sitting with you. See them as you knew them happy and healthy rather than at the end of life.

3. Begin a natural conversation with an open heart. Use this as an opportunity to heal any unfinished business, to forgive or ask for forgiveness and to express love.

4. With each statement, quietly listen for an answer or sign either externally or internally.

Remember that spirit is generally etheric and subtle and be patient.