How to See Ghosts
The existence of ghosts or spirits has been a highly debated topic for centuries. Many people want to know how to see a ghost or spirits. This article will help you learn how to see or detect ghosts or spirits by outlining the most widely accepted techniques used in ghost hunting.
Unfortunately, there is no sure-fire technique to see a ghost with the naked eye on command. Typically, ghost sightings are extremely random and in most cases completely undesired. There are, however, techniques and equipment which can be used to "see" or detect a ghost or a spirit presence.
Equipment
Video Camera - A video camera is a great tool to document any suspicious phenomenon while your location is undisturbed. Infrared mode is preferable. It is important to observe and document everything for later review.
Digital/35mm Camera - A digital camera works best. Most can hold a large number of photos and you can view what you're photographing in real time.
Tape Recorder - A ghost hunter's most important tool. Used to take notes and capture EVPs (Electronic Voice Phenomenon)
Motion Detector - Used to detect the movements of ghosts or spirits unseen by the naked eye.
EMF Detector - This handy little device will detect any weak electromagnetic fluctuations or moving fields.
Compass - A compass will do in a pinch if you don't have an EMF detector. Electromagnetic fluctuations will throw the needle off.
Notebook - Keep detailed notes of everything you observe and do.
The Hunt
Preparation - Set up your cameras and motion sensors. Make sure you familiarize yourself with the location you'll be observing, you don't want to injure yourself as you move about a dark room. Note any features of the area that may give you a false reading. Make sure you capture as much of the location as possible. For video cameras, a corner works best. Place your motion detector dead center to cover as much of your location as possible. Once your equipment is in place, turn off the lights. If outdoors, wait until nightfall.
Vocalize your intent - Verbally inform the ghost or spirit that you intend to make contact. This is where you will capture your EVPs (voice phenomenon). Move about the location with your tape recorder and ask questions to which the ghost can respond. "Is there someone here with me?" "What is your name?" Make sure you leave ample time between questions for the spirit to respond. Inform the spirit that you will be able to hear it's response.
The Hunt - Leave your tape recorder on to document any audio for later review. Now that you have the attention of any unseen presence, take as many photographs as possible, from every angle. Cameras are known for capturing what the naked eye cannot see. Continue to verbalize your intent to the spirit. Once you've photographed every square inch of the area, switch to your EMF detector/compass. Be thorough. Note any fluctuations in your readings along with the times they occurred.
Step back - Once your satisfied with the data you've collected, it's time to let the cameras and motion sensors do their work. Leave the area, and turn on your motion sensors. Allow your equipment to work overnight.
Collect your data and review - Now, the fun part. Retrieve your equipment and review every piece of data you've collected. Play back your tapes. Review your notes and compare them with your EMF readings, ruling out false readings. Review your video tapes, which will have captured any motion sensors going off. Note any strange phenomenon. Develop your film or download your photos, and go over them carefully. Don't jump to conclusions!