6 Ways Humans Can Communicate With Ghosts

On The Other Side

Have you ever wanted to talk to ghosts? Maybe you suspect your house is haunted, or there's someone you've lost that you'd give anything to speak to again. Though the concept of communing with the dead sounds impossible, there are plenty of methods through which people claim to do so, with some being beginner-friendly and others being more advanced.

Here are just some of the more common ways people attempt to talk to spirits, some of which you could try right now.

1. Spirit Boards

Spirit boards, often called Ouija boards, are boards marked with every letter of the alphabet, numbers zero through nine, plus the words 'yes' and 'no' in the upper corners. Participants are meant to gather around the board, put their fingers on a planchette, then perform a short ritual that opens a spiritual gateway and allows spirits to communicate with them.

They're then meant to ask questions that the spirits will answer via the planchette, which appears to move independently under everyone's hands, supposedly being possessed by the ghost itself. Skeptics suggest the board moves through involuntary muscle movements, called the ideomotor effect.

2. Séances

A séance is a structured gathering where people attempt to contact spirits. Often led by a medium, the participants sit in a circle, sometimes holding hands to create a cohesive energy field but otherwise communally gathering their spiritual energy. The medium may call on specific spirits or invite any present entity to communicate through sounds, feelings, or direct messages to the medium themselves.

Séances may involve traditional tools, like candles or chanting, to help set the mood and focus energy. The medium shares any messages they hear with the group to identify the spirit and determine who they're attempting to speak to specifically.

3. EVP

Electronic Voice Phenomena, or EVP, is the practice of capturing spirit voices on recording devices. Investigators ask questions aloud, leaving pauses for spirits to respond, then review the audio for faint, unexplained voices or sounds. Sometimes, they use a device that rapidly flips through radio stations, waiting for any words to jump out.

This technique gained popularity through paranormal research, where some believe spirits use electronic energy to imprint their responses. Digital or analog recorders are often used, as they can capture frequencies beyond human hearing.

4. Automatic Writing

Automatic writing involves letting a spirit guide the participant's hand to write messages, usually without conscious thought. Those attempting it often enter a relaxed, meditative state, allowing the pen to move freely across the paper. The idea is that the spirit uses the writer’s hand to communicate through words, phrases, or symbols that may not make immediate sense.

Mediums and psychics frequently use automatic writing, claiming it allows spirits to communicate directly. For some, it provides insight into personal guidance or messages from loved ones, though others view it as a mere reflection of subconscious thoughts.

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5. Dousing Rods

Dowsing rods are traditionally used for finding water, but some use them to detect spirits. Held lightly in both hands, the rods move in response to questions or signals believed to come from spirits. Paranormal practitioners ask yes-or-no questions, watching for the rods to cross or open, with each movement interpreted as a response.

Because the rods are sensitive to movement, it's easy for involuntary muscle twitches to influence them, which skeptics point out as a limitation. However, many claim dowsing rods can pick up on otherwise imperceptible energies, making them a great tool for convening with spirits.

6. Meditation

Meditation and visualization create a mental space for spirit communication by helping participants reach a relaxed, open state. People may visualize a meeting place or invite a spirit to approach, using mental images and sensations to guide the interaction. Meditation provides clarity, making it easier to notice subtle shifts in energy, temperature, or intuitive messages from beyond.

While some may see or sense figures in their mind's eye, others experience impressions, emotions, or "inner voices" that feel distinct from their own. This method is often paired with grounding and protection techniques to ensure safety when speaking to the dead.

Supernatural Spooks

All of these methods have varying degrees of success if you believe they work at all and can take some practice to really get the hang of them. If you're looking to commune with the dead, take your time and do so safely. You might even want to look at hiring a professional for the job, a medium or ghost hunter who's worked with these methods before.

Even if you doubt the credibility of those who speak to spirits, the practice is still fascinating and brings a lot of comfort to those who are grieving loved ones who've passed.

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