Types of haunting
Types of haunting
Have you ever seen a ghost? Many of us have had weird
sensations about seeing shadows or shapes out of the corner of our eye, only
for it to disappear when we turn to look. And while you may be one of those
people who are not afraid of such a paranormal experience, did you ever stop
and wonder just what kind of ghostly
apparition you encountered? Maybe, like most folks, you didn’t even
consider that there could be different kinds of ghosts out there. But the fact
is, experts in the field have put together a list and definitions of the types
of supernatural phenomena that exist and it may come in handy, especially if
you’re headed out on a Ghosts & Gravestones Tour.
1. The Interactive Personality
The most common of all ghosts spotted are usually those of a deceased person, someone you know, a family member or perhaps even a historical figure. These ghosts can be friendly or not - but often show themselves to others in a variety of ways. They can become visible; they can speak or make noises, touch you or even emit an odour like perfume or cigar smoke, etc, to let you know they are there. Experts say that this type of ghost retains its former personality of when they were alive and can feel emotions. And often, they are visiting you to comfort you or let you know something important. So if you happen to see a lost loved one, chances are they are there because they feel you want or need to see them.
2. The Ectoplasm or Ecto-Mist
Ever seen a mist or fog that almost looks like it’s swirling? If so, you may be witnessing what paranormal investigators deem as an ecto-mist or ghostly mist. This vaporous cloud usually appears several feet off the ground and can move swiftly or simply stay still - almost likes it’s orbiting. These ghostly encounters have been captured on many videos and in photographs and can be white, grey or even black. Although they can simply appear this way, linger then move away quickly, sometimes ectoplasms appear before becoming a full-bodied apparition. Many people have witnessed them outdoors, in graveyards, battlefields and historical sites.
3. The poltergeist
Perhaps one of the most popular terms most of us have heard when it comes to ghosts, the word poltergeist actually means “noisy ghost” because they are said to have the ability to move or knock things over, make noise and manipulate the physical environment. While many of us had heard the term before, a poltergeist is actually one of the rarest forms of hauntings and to many, the most terrifying. Loud knocking sounds, lights turning on and off, doors slamming, even fires breaking out mysteriously have all been attributed to this type of a spiritual disturbance. Another frightening aspect of the poltergeist is that the event usually starts out slowly and mildly, then begins to intensify. And while many times poltergeist activity is harmless and ends quickly, they have been known to actually become dangerous. Some experts explain it as a mass form of energy that a living person is controlling unknowingly. Whatever the case may be, poltergeists have caught the attention of paranormal enthusiasts and experts, scientists and many others who are just plain curious.
4. Orbs
Orbs are probably the most photographed type of anomaly. They appear as a transparent or translucent ball of light that is hovering over the ground. Many ghost hunters are surprised to be seen in their own photos. It is believed that orbs are the soul of a human or even an animal that has died and is traveling around from one place to another. The circular shape they take on makes it easier for them to move around and is often the first state they appear in before they become a full-bodied apparition. If you’re lucky enough to capture an orb on video, you’ll be amazed by how fast they can move. In photographs they are usually white but can be blue as well.
5. Funnel Ghosts
Most often spotted in homes or old historical buildings, the funnel ghost or vortex is frequently associated with a cold spot. They usually take on the shape of a swirling funnel and most paranormal experts believe they are a loved one returning for a visit or even a former resident of the home. Appearing as a wisp of light or a swirling spiral of light, they are often caught in photographs or on video.
1. The Interactive Personality
The most common of all ghosts spotted are usually those of a deceased person, someone you know, a family member or perhaps even a historical figure. These ghosts can be friendly or not - but often show themselves to others in a variety of ways. They can become visible; they can speak or make noises, touch you or even emit an odour like perfume or cigar smoke, etc, to let you know they are there. Experts say that this type of ghost retains its former personality of when they were alive and can feel emotions. And often, they are visiting you to comfort you or let you know something important. So if you happen to see a lost loved one, chances are they are there because they feel you want or need to see them.
2. The Ectoplasm or Ecto-Mist
Ever seen a mist or fog that almost looks like it’s swirling? If so, you may be witnessing what paranormal investigators deem as an ecto-mist or ghostly mist. This vaporous cloud usually appears several feet off the ground and can move swiftly or simply stay still - almost likes it’s orbiting. These ghostly encounters have been captured on many videos and in photographs and can be white, grey or even black. Although they can simply appear this way, linger then move away quickly, sometimes ectoplasms appear before becoming a full-bodied apparition. Many people have witnessed them outdoors, in graveyards, battlefields and historical sites.
3. The poltergeist
Perhaps one of the most popular terms most of us have heard when it comes to ghosts, the word poltergeist actually means “noisy ghost” because they are said to have the ability to move or knock things over, make noise and manipulate the physical environment. While many of us had heard the term before, a poltergeist is actually one of the rarest forms of hauntings and to many, the most terrifying. Loud knocking sounds, lights turning on and off, doors slamming, even fires breaking out mysteriously have all been attributed to this type of a spiritual disturbance. Another frightening aspect of the poltergeist is that the event usually starts out slowly and mildly, then begins to intensify. And while many times poltergeist activity is harmless and ends quickly, they have been known to actually become dangerous. Some experts explain it as a mass form of energy that a living person is controlling unknowingly. Whatever the case may be, poltergeists have caught the attention of paranormal enthusiasts and experts, scientists and many others who are just plain curious.
4. Orbs
Orbs are probably the most photographed type of anomaly. They appear as a transparent or translucent ball of light that is hovering over the ground. Many ghost hunters are surprised to be seen in their own photos. It is believed that orbs are the soul of a human or even an animal that has died and is traveling around from one place to another. The circular shape they take on makes it easier for them to move around and is often the first state they appear in before they become a full-bodied apparition. If you’re lucky enough to capture an orb on video, you’ll be amazed by how fast they can move. In photographs they are usually white but can be blue as well.
5. Funnel Ghosts
Most often spotted in homes or old historical buildings, the funnel ghost or vortex is frequently associated with a cold spot. They usually take on the shape of a swirling funnel and most paranormal experts believe they are a loved one returning for a visit or even a former resident of the home. Appearing as a wisp of light or a swirling spiral of light, they are often caught in photographs or on video.
Residual Haunting Activity:
Residual haunting activity can occur when something
traumatic/stressful occurs, such as a murder or a rape. Negative energy is
literally blasted into the atmosphere, causing the atmosphere to imprint or
record the events. Like a recording tape, it will play the events over and over
again. The entities involved in this residual haunting activity are unaware of
their surroundings. This is not an intelligent haunting, there is no
interaction between you and the entity.
Residual haunting activity can also be caused by positive
energy blasted into the atmosphere. Many times you have heard ghost stories,
where people can hear the sounds of a party. They hear music, singing, dancing,
laughter and when they enter the room where they hear the party, there is no
one there. Residual haunting activity can be the spectres of living beings.
Poltergeist Activity:
Poltergeist is from a German word meaning noisy spirits.
Reports of poltergeists date back to Ancient Roman times. The activity that
takes place will start off with knocks and bangs, furniture starting to move
around by itself. Then the activity will become more intense, manifesting
itself through voices and even the appearance of full apparitions. Furniture
may slide across the room and beds may shake. Many shows are based on this type
of haunting because it tends to be the most terrifying and rarest type of
haunting that occurs.
Most of the time, in the case of a poltergeist, the haunting
circles around a female in her teen years. Some of these cases seem to be
caused by the female unknowingly controlling the energy around herself. Some
cases happen around people that are stable and in the right mind space. This
haunting is hard to classify due to certain situations. No two are ever really
the same. Most of the time you will find that one person in the house seems to
be more affected by the haunting than anyone else. It may seem that most of the
activity doesn't happen unless that certain person is present. Usually, the
activity appears to stop when that person leaves the home. The majority of the
time poltergeists are experienced by several people, but again they seem to centre
around one certain person. This person may be highly stressed as of late or maybe
this person has gone through some type of extreme emotional situation. If this
is the case, see that the individual involved gets some medical care, and soon
afterwards the poltergeist will subside.
When it is not the teenager that is manifesting activity
there are usually several spirits in the area. The spirits appear to pool their
energy together in order to become strong enough to move larger objects
and make more noises. In order to remedy the situation, you need to find the
root of their anger so that they can pass over and leave you in peace. On most
poltergeist cases they will disappear with out any warning, just as they
appeared. Certain times it may stop within a few days, other times it may take
years. you may never know the reason that it happened. Most people are just
happy to see it go and that's enough for them. By understanding why it was
there in the first place helps you to understand how to keep it from ever
coming back again. Knowledge is the key in protecting yourself.
Demonic Activity:
Demons are entities that never had a mortal human form.
Origins: Extraterrestrial. Why? If you believe that God and his angels are from
the 'heavens', that would make them extraterrestrial. If Satan and 1/3 of the
angels rebelled against God's Kingdom, then Satan and 1/3 of the angels that
became demons are also extraterrestrial. That is why they never had mortal
human form. Einstein said that E = MC2. Energy can be converted into matter and
matter into energy. Demons are pure energy entities. They are described in
three different ways.
1. As angelic, a being of beauty that will manipulate the
person to commit something that is sinful or out of the ordinary.
2. Horrific, evil looking. Some people claim, they have seen
demons that are incredibly hideous to look at. I believe demons do this for a
scare effect, they know what we fear and this is not their true appearance.
3. Black mist, black fog, black shadow, black smoke. Most
demonic hauntings, the occupants claim to be followed by black mist or
black fog. They are usually very easy to identify as long as they are not
hiding. When it is a demonic haunting you typically notice a revolting stench
similar to rotted flesh or sulfuric acid. They often let loose a growl that sounds
like it is coming from everywhere at once. They like to make contact by
pushing, shoving, hitting and even scratching. The whole air in the affected
area will feel thick like fog and the temperature will drastically change,
typically becoming warmer.
These creatures are very strong, unlike human spirits, and
they don't mind showing it. There have been cases where people have been thrown
through the air and even attacked. Apparently, their main goal is to break down
a person's free will in order to makeway for possession. This can take days,
months or years, but time is of no concern to them.
They have a hatred for mankind that dates back to the days
of God and Lucifer. They have lived for millennia and will be here long after
we are gone. So, you must understand that though you may be able to get these
creatures to leave a dwelling with religious provocation, you will never
destroy them. They could go to the next place down the road if they choose,
most likely they won't because distance is not an issue for these
creatures. They could go from Maine to California on a thought.
Demons are capable of changing form right in front of you
from a human form to an inhuman form. They are neither male nor female, but can
change to meet their needs. People mostly see demons as black masses standing
in doorways or near rooms. Sometimes they are called shadow devils.
Intelligent/Interactive Activity:
Back to Einstein's theory. As matter beings, we are all
energy beings on the quantum level. We are made up of atoms and neutrons. As
matter/energy beings we have intelligence. While we live, we have an energy
aura that surrounds our living bodies. This aura is created by the millions of
electrical currents that are created through our bodies. Our brains creates
brain waves, a form of pure energy that is transmitting our thoughts, what we
see, what we feel, etc.
When our mortal form dies, the aura that constantly
surrounds our bodies, leaves our bodies. We lose 6 ounces on the instance of
death. What is this 6 ounces? Perhaps it is energy leaving our body. Our soul.
This energy, the aura, or you may even call it your soul, is carrying the
information of what we used to be. If it can do this, then why couldn't it also
carry our intelligence? If it can carry our former intelligence of our previous
life, then it should be able to interact with us intelligently. When we see
this aura, we call it a ghost.
If this ghost is able to interact with us, is aware of us,
can touch us, can communicate with us, then this is an intelligent/interactive
haunting.
Some reasons the ghost may be tied to the site or people:
- Died as a result of a traumatic event, murder, car accident, etc.
- Due to unfinished business.
- The spirit may have died suddenly and not realized he/she died.
- The living loved ones are so emotionally distraught they can’t let go.
- The spirit is emotionally connected to their loved ones.
- They cannot rest due to an injustice done to them.
- Fear of the other side or judgment
Shadow People or Shadow Creatures Activity:
This is a type of haunting activity that has no real
explanation. They are different from ghosts. They are usually shapeless dark
masses. Mostly seen with your peripheral vision. They are known to do things
that are different from ghosts. They can move between walls, they have no human
features, they wear no clothes (except for the hat man/hooded figure shadow
creatures). People who encounter them, have a feeling of dread. Clairvoyants
that encounter Shadow People, say they do not feel they are human and consider
them non-human.
Shadow People have no discernible mouth, noses or facial
expressions. Some are seen as child sized dark humanoids. Some people say they
seem to be made up of dark smoke or dark steam. At times when they move, they
appear to be moving on an invisible track from one place to another, such as a
toy train on a small scale railroad track. They have been seen to hop or what
appears to be a strange dance. They are known to stare at the floor.
Two common types of Shadow People are the 'hat man', that
looks like he or she is wearing a 1930s fedora hat and the 'hooded figure',
which looks like the shadow person has a hood over their head. The hood and hat
stand out as clothing, but otherwise, they are not wearing any clothing at all.
There are also reports of shadow animals, such as a shadow in the form of a
cat, with no discernible mouth, nose or eyes.
Portal Hauntings:
Portals aren't really a new concept, as we've seen them in a
lot of sci-fi flicks. But in the real world portal hauntings are considered
controversial as there is little known and the idea is mostly theory or
speculation. Portals are thought to be doorways to another world or dimension
in which entities travel through. It's
speculated that portals are not limited to one location, region or limited to
sacred ground. Typically places that experience a wide array of different types
of anomalous activity such as glowing balls of light, odd creatures, strange
shapes, or unexplained mists or fog, are suspected to have a portal in which
these energies are traveling back and forth.
