Okay, folks...prepare yourself cause I'm feeling a lil sassy. I've been chatting with some of my peeps, privately, about the things that have been going on lately. Things on social media and such. Those with a tender heart, turn away...you may not want to read any further. Those who are just too damn curious as to what I have to say...proceed.
Today, kiddos, we are going to talk about boundaries. You know what I mean, right? That invisible line that we pray people don't cross because we don't like to be mean or bitchy? Yeah...that thing. Well...it's been happening ALOT lately. It's an epidemic in this field, we know. We have also ALL been there. We've all wanted to play a role, however small, in the paranormal world way before we actually did. But there is a difference...a pretty big one. We didn't hound people day and night. We didn't approach people to become part of their team when they had absolutely NO REASON to trust us.
You see, that's what it boils down to again. TRUST. This is a very precarious field to be in. You are constantly under the microscope. Not a day goes by when someone else isn't waiting for you to screw up so they can call you out on it just to make their team or organization look better. This, my friends, is the reason for the privacy. For the wariness. For the BOUNDARIES we set up. It takes an awful lot of time to build up that kind of trust, and mere minutes to rip it apart.
Most of us are very private people, regardless of what you see on social media. Sure, we post pics and chat people up. Of course we do readings, remote view and look at pics for people. Most of us have gifts of some sort and we do our best to share those with others. On our own time. We all have jobs, families, personal lives and other shit that needs our attention. We don't share every little thing we can do on social media because it makes us targets. Not only targets for skeptics who want us to validate our own existence, but targets for people who want to be us. Truth is, I believe most of the people out there can do, pretty much, the same things we can paranormally speaking. But we can't walk you through it. We help when we can but, for the most part, it's something you have to figure out yourself. We simply can't do it for you. I can only speak for myself when I say that if I did that, for every request I got daily, it would be my full time job without pay. Just a tip...none of us can afford that.
So please...stop following us, asking us to follow you, then blocking us when you don't get a prompt response like you wanted. We don't care about our numbers, just our credibility. If you're the type of person who operates in that matter then you would only hurt all we have worked so hard to accomplish.
Blessed Be )O(
Sunday, December 27, 2015
Saturday, December 26, 2015
Wishes...
As the year 2015 winds down to a close, I remember the different obstacles I had to hurdle and the decisions that I made. I have no regrets, truly. I know that everything happens for a reason. Even if, sometimes, that reason does not seem as clear as it could be you still have to have faith. You have to believe in the process.
That's what this blog is about. Believing. Believing in yourself. Believing in others who have proven themselves and taking a chance on those who haven't. Of giving yourself a chance to fail or fly. Removing the boundaries that have taken hold of your soul and seeing things as you want them to be. As you know they CAN be. Words and thoughts are power. I've said it before. That is one of my goals for this new year. To visualize the future I want and then see it through. It takes the same amount of energy to see the good as it does to see the bad. Remember that. Never be the victim of circumstance, especially if it is self induced by bad choices made by you. While this might get you attention you feel you deserve, is it really the attention you want? No, thank you. Not this gal. Always better to be viewed as the fighter who is hard as hell to knock down, not the one who needs help getting up. Believe you are unstoppable and you will be.
As you review your year, and I hope you do, think about all the lessons you have learned and how you can apply your new knowledge in the upcoming year. How can you contribute to make this world a better place with what you know now. I know it may seem as if I'm too idealistic but, in fact, I'm not. If we've learned anything this year we've learned you reap what you sew. Normally this saying has negative connotations, true. But it can also be positive. If it's true that you bring negative upon you by acting in a negative fashion, then the opposite is just as true. If you live your life in a positive way then surely that is what you will attract. Maybe not as fast as you want it, but you will.
In our professional lives, those of us in the paranormal field, we have seen this in spades. Every thought, word spoken and action taken has a consequence. Good or bad. As I slide into the new year this is ever present in my mind. How will I conduct myself to ensure that I have the most positive outcome possible? Will I allow myself to be swayed where my morals, ethics and beliefs can be compromised? I think not. I sure hope not.
This is my hope for all of us, this new year. That we make ourselves the example by which others can measure themselves. Not just me...all of us. Be the type of people whom others put their trust into and never give them reason to question it. Set the bar high for yourselves. Aim for it. Want it. Make yourself a part of the solution. If we all do this, the problem takes care of itself. I know how much this field means to all of us. I know how much it means to me. I want to see each and every one of us thrive because, if we do it on merit and honesty, we all reap the rewards. Think about that. Think about how different things would be if this simple step was taken, in all aspects of life. Professional and personal. I saw a saying once, it said..."Be the change you want to see in the world."
Such a simple, beautiful, and true, statement. Food for thought...
Blessed Be )O(
That's what this blog is about. Believing. Believing in yourself. Believing in others who have proven themselves and taking a chance on those who haven't. Of giving yourself a chance to fail or fly. Removing the boundaries that have taken hold of your soul and seeing things as you want them to be. As you know they CAN be. Words and thoughts are power. I've said it before. That is one of my goals for this new year. To visualize the future I want and then see it through. It takes the same amount of energy to see the good as it does to see the bad. Remember that. Never be the victim of circumstance, especially if it is self induced by bad choices made by you. While this might get you attention you feel you deserve, is it really the attention you want? No, thank you. Not this gal. Always better to be viewed as the fighter who is hard as hell to knock down, not the one who needs help getting up. Believe you are unstoppable and you will be.
As you review your year, and I hope you do, think about all the lessons you have learned and how you can apply your new knowledge in the upcoming year. How can you contribute to make this world a better place with what you know now. I know it may seem as if I'm too idealistic but, in fact, I'm not. If we've learned anything this year we've learned you reap what you sew. Normally this saying has negative connotations, true. But it can also be positive. If it's true that you bring negative upon you by acting in a negative fashion, then the opposite is just as true. If you live your life in a positive way then surely that is what you will attract. Maybe not as fast as you want it, but you will.
In our professional lives, those of us in the paranormal field, we have seen this in spades. Every thought, word spoken and action taken has a consequence. Good or bad. As I slide into the new year this is ever present in my mind. How will I conduct myself to ensure that I have the most positive outcome possible? Will I allow myself to be swayed where my morals, ethics and beliefs can be compromised? I think not. I sure hope not.
This is my hope for all of us, this new year. That we make ourselves the example by which others can measure themselves. Not just me...all of us. Be the type of people whom others put their trust into and never give them reason to question it. Set the bar high for yourselves. Aim for it. Want it. Make yourself a part of the solution. If we all do this, the problem takes care of itself. I know how much this field means to all of us. I know how much it means to me. I want to see each and every one of us thrive because, if we do it on merit and honesty, we all reap the rewards. Think about that. Think about how different things would be if this simple step was taken, in all aspects of life. Professional and personal. I saw a saying once, it said..."Be the change you want to see in the world."
Such a simple, beautiful, and true, statement. Food for thought...
Blessed Be )O(
Saturday, December 19, 2015
Solitary
I'm sorry I've been away for a while. Life has been rather crazy and I honestly had to take a smidge of a break. I was doing exactly that, resting after work a bit, when a friend on twitter responded to a pic I had posted and we talked a bit about the spiritual side of life. It reminded me that I am not the only one who has difficulty in fitting in and expressing myself when it comes to things of a spiritual nature.
You see, as I've stated before, regardless of the fact that there are plenty of mystical and paranormal shows on television, those of us who "walk the walk" still have trouble fitting into society. Probably because we view the world in a slightly different way and, as we all know, different is bad. Right?
Big fat WRONG.
Different is not only good, it is necessary. Different is what changes the world. Now...I want you to think about what I am saying. Really think about it. I bet the people who first accidentally "invented" beer were thought to be crazy. I mean, lets face it...how hard must it have been to get the others to drink such a concoction in the beginning? Or the person who first came up with penicillin? Acupuncture? Psychology? The high rope? Motion pictures? The list really goes on and on and is way more in depth than the little bit I just listed.
My point is, All of these things wouldn't exist if somebody hadn't have went out on a limb and took a chance at looking like a fool. What the majority of us do, behind closed doors, is really no different. The ONLY difference is it used to be widely accepted and was commonly practiced out in the open...and now it's not. Wanna know why? Because someone told us it was BAD.
Well...I call bullshit on that one. Fact of the matter is people have been honoring the dead and communicating with them far longer than any of us have been alive. Rituals have been created for it. Entire communities have participated in it. Individuals have been sought out for it. This is what we DO.
Sure, there are some out there who have given us a bad name. No worries...we know who they are and will deal with them accordingly. There are also those who wish to exploit...see above statement as to their fate. These are obstacles we knowingly meet head on and with as much piss and vinegar as we can muster. Why, you ask? Why do we accept the scorn? The funny looks? The chuckles behind our backs? Because we believe in what we are doing and do not need your approval.
Okay...now that I've had my say on the matter...for those who are having difficulty in finding your place or your comfort zone...this next part is for you.
First...don't hide who you are if you don't absolutely have to. You're beautiful. OWN IT.
Second...trust yourself. Listen to your gut when it speaks to you. Write down or draw what you see/hear/feel/smell/taste. Keep records of it.
Third...don't be afraid to be wrong. No one is ever right all the time. NO ONE.
Fourth...don't ever believe anyone who says they are. They are lying.
Fifth...do what I do. If I see someone in my head I draw them, then I post it on twitter or facebook. I do this in hopes of finding the person I'm supposed to contact. I simply do not care if I look weird anymore.
Sixth...you are your own best teacher. What works for others may not work for you. Draw your own conclusions. you will see a pattern emerge that is unique to you. Do not doubt yourself and your ability to broaden your mind and open your soul. You can do this...I KNOW YOU CAN.
Blessed Be )O(
You see, as I've stated before, regardless of the fact that there are plenty of mystical and paranormal shows on television, those of us who "walk the walk" still have trouble fitting into society. Probably because we view the world in a slightly different way and, as we all know, different is bad. Right?
Big fat WRONG.
Different is not only good, it is necessary. Different is what changes the world. Now...I want you to think about what I am saying. Really think about it. I bet the people who first accidentally "invented" beer were thought to be crazy. I mean, lets face it...how hard must it have been to get the others to drink such a concoction in the beginning? Or the person who first came up with penicillin? Acupuncture? Psychology? The high rope? Motion pictures? The list really goes on and on and is way more in depth than the little bit I just listed.
My point is, All of these things wouldn't exist if somebody hadn't have went out on a limb and took a chance at looking like a fool. What the majority of us do, behind closed doors, is really no different. The ONLY difference is it used to be widely accepted and was commonly practiced out in the open...and now it's not. Wanna know why? Because someone told us it was BAD.
Well...I call bullshit on that one. Fact of the matter is people have been honoring the dead and communicating with them far longer than any of us have been alive. Rituals have been created for it. Entire communities have participated in it. Individuals have been sought out for it. This is what we DO.
Sure, there are some out there who have given us a bad name. No worries...we know who they are and will deal with them accordingly. There are also those who wish to exploit...see above statement as to their fate. These are obstacles we knowingly meet head on and with as much piss and vinegar as we can muster. Why, you ask? Why do we accept the scorn? The funny looks? The chuckles behind our backs? Because we believe in what we are doing and do not need your approval.
Okay...now that I've had my say on the matter...for those who are having difficulty in finding your place or your comfort zone...this next part is for you.
First...don't hide who you are if you don't absolutely have to. You're beautiful. OWN IT.
Second...trust yourself. Listen to your gut when it speaks to you. Write down or draw what you see/hear/feel/smell/taste. Keep records of it.
Third...don't be afraid to be wrong. No one is ever right all the time. NO ONE.
Fourth...don't ever believe anyone who says they are. They are lying.
Fifth...do what I do. If I see someone in my head I draw them, then I post it on twitter or facebook. I do this in hopes of finding the person I'm supposed to contact. I simply do not care if I look weird anymore.
Sixth...you are your own best teacher. What works for others may not work for you. Draw your own conclusions. you will see a pattern emerge that is unique to you. Do not doubt yourself and your ability to broaden your mind and open your soul. You can do this...I KNOW YOU CAN.
Blessed Be )O(
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Past, Present...Future...
I was talking to a dear friend tonight about past lives. We've had some pretty decent discussions about the idea on here, my friends, and I've enjoyed it immensely. I would like to take a minute tell you about one of my possible lives. One that I won't know fully about until I can see the area, in person, for myself. Do you know where I'm talking about? Do ya??? Lol.
Romania, my lovelies!
Yes, Romania. There are many reasons I feel such a pull to this area of the world. Sure...I feel it would feed my gypsy soul. Now...this may or may not be a good thing, depending on who you are talking to. I know it would be divine. I have a connection to a legend, a hero, of the region that I can't deny and I sincerely wish to know more. You see, many moons ago I had a friend purchase me a book shelf...sight unseen...from a thrift store. She brought it back to my job, covered in an inch layer of dust and filth. I gave her the money and slipped it into my trunk.
I finished out my work day, as usual, not really giving it much thought except for knowing it was going to take ALOT of elbow grease to get it looking decent. But, hey, I was poor and needed furniture so I wasn't about to complain over my ten dollar investment. After I got home, and started to clean it, I began to notice the beauty in its simple lines. The way the sides folded out and the shelves folded down was unique to me. I had never really seen anything like it. As I began to get off the last bit of grime under the bottom shelf, I felt something. I turned it over and there, on the underside of the bottom shelf, was a tag. A shipping tag. I flipped it on it's side and took a closer look. I felt my heart lodge in my throat as I realized what I was looking at.
The shipping tag had Vlad Tepes raised, embossed face on it. This book shelf was from Romania. Now, I know I may have written about this before when I talked about my affinity for vampires and such, but what I didn't disclose at the time was my complete fascination with Vlad. Very few people know about this so I can't really believe I'm telling ya'll. Lol. I used to dream about him when I was little. I was never really bothered by the things he had to do during his time on this earth. I've always felt rather close to him and wondered why others couldn't understand that he only did what he knew he had to do to protect his people.
All of this was solidified in my mind when I received this gift. I can only think of it as such because the odds of lil ol' me being blessed with such a find is simply too much to believe. I feel it was meant to find me. Was meant to be mine...again. Not just the shelf, but his image, hidden under layers of dust and grime, was meant to come back to me. Had I known him? Were we close? Was a child who, through his violence, he had protected or was I a lover? Was I him. These things go through my mind and leave me to wonder if I will ever have the answers. I have to believe that someday I will. That I will sit, quietly, as he tells me his story. I have to believe that.
Blessed Be )O(
Romania, my lovelies!
Yes, Romania. There are many reasons I feel such a pull to this area of the world. Sure...I feel it would feed my gypsy soul. Now...this may or may not be a good thing, depending on who you are talking to. I know it would be divine. I have a connection to a legend, a hero, of the region that I can't deny and I sincerely wish to know more. You see, many moons ago I had a friend purchase me a book shelf...sight unseen...from a thrift store. She brought it back to my job, covered in an inch layer of dust and filth. I gave her the money and slipped it into my trunk.
I finished out my work day, as usual, not really giving it much thought except for knowing it was going to take ALOT of elbow grease to get it looking decent. But, hey, I was poor and needed furniture so I wasn't about to complain over my ten dollar investment. After I got home, and started to clean it, I began to notice the beauty in its simple lines. The way the sides folded out and the shelves folded down was unique to me. I had never really seen anything like it. As I began to get off the last bit of grime under the bottom shelf, I felt something. I turned it over and there, on the underside of the bottom shelf, was a tag. A shipping tag. I flipped it on it's side and took a closer look. I felt my heart lodge in my throat as I realized what I was looking at.
The shipping tag had Vlad Tepes raised, embossed face on it. This book shelf was from Romania. Now, I know I may have written about this before when I talked about my affinity for vampires and such, but what I didn't disclose at the time was my complete fascination with Vlad. Very few people know about this so I can't really believe I'm telling ya'll. Lol. I used to dream about him when I was little. I was never really bothered by the things he had to do during his time on this earth. I've always felt rather close to him and wondered why others couldn't understand that he only did what he knew he had to do to protect his people.
All of this was solidified in my mind when I received this gift. I can only think of it as such because the odds of lil ol' me being blessed with such a find is simply too much to believe. I feel it was meant to find me. Was meant to be mine...again. Not just the shelf, but his image, hidden under layers of dust and grime, was meant to come back to me. Had I known him? Were we close? Was a child who, through his violence, he had protected or was I a lover? Was I him. These things go through my mind and leave me to wonder if I will ever have the answers. I have to believe that someday I will. That I will sit, quietly, as he tells me his story. I have to believe that.
Blessed Be )O(
Saturday, November 28, 2015
Just so you know...
I wanted to type out a quick blog about something I feel truly passionate about. Evidence. Yes...evidence. We all know I'm always preaching at ya about being honest...btw...don't expect that to stop anytime soon...k? But the honesty I speak of isn't just in words, it's in actions. What I'm talking about is honesty during investigations. So many of us rely on the idea that people are legit when they show a play back, or post an EVP...and I'm sure a lot of people are. At least I hope so. That having been said, a lot of people aren't, so I'm going to give you a little info on what to look for so you will know the next time you watch someone.
One of the easiest tricks that people use to fool you into thinking they got an EVP is called bookmarking. Apparently, when you have one of the older voice recorders...and maybe even some new ones, you can "imprint" a voice or sound or whatever on there and when you record over it and it will sound like a real EVP. Not only is this completely unethical, it's just too damn time consuming. Who has the time to come up with stuff like this? I sure as hell don't but some people do. Now...I know that seems like it would be hard to spot and prove, so we will move onto something a little easier. It's kind of along the same concept, only instead of an pre-imprinted EVP that is recoded over, this time it's just simply a pre-recording that is played to make you think it's an EVP. The best way to spot this is during playback you won't hear the investigator ask the question. You will only hear the EVP. Sad...I know, but people WILL do this.
The other one some people will do we will call "scratching". Let's face it...we have all heard "weird noise" EVP's. I know I have. And some are actually something...but some are not. One of the tricks investigators use is rubbing their finger or fingernail over the side of the recorder. This will give you a very odd sound that normally can't be explained by natural means and ....voila...it's "paranormal". Sad, huh?
Last, but definitely not least, shall we discuss paranormal pics? Do you really want me to get started on that topic. I could talk for hours alone about the different apps out there that can produce a "paranormal" image. Not to mention, if you want it to look like mist on a pic...like there is a spiritual white mist floating in front of you...smoke a cigarette. Works great. I'm putting all this out there because I believe that viewers deserve to know the truth and if people keep trying to dupe them with fake evidence, well, let's just say it's insulting and they soon will not stand for it.
Oh...and if you take a pic to an honest team trying to say you have something going on at your house...fully expect them to be skeptical and not assume it's something till they can prove it. Oh...and if it's fake...best believe they will prove that too. Food for thought...
Blessed Be )O(
One of the easiest tricks that people use to fool you into thinking they got an EVP is called bookmarking. Apparently, when you have one of the older voice recorders...and maybe even some new ones, you can "imprint" a voice or sound or whatever on there and when you record over it and it will sound like a real EVP. Not only is this completely unethical, it's just too damn time consuming. Who has the time to come up with stuff like this? I sure as hell don't but some people do. Now...I know that seems like it would be hard to spot and prove, so we will move onto something a little easier. It's kind of along the same concept, only instead of an pre-imprinted EVP that is recoded over, this time it's just simply a pre-recording that is played to make you think it's an EVP. The best way to spot this is during playback you won't hear the investigator ask the question. You will only hear the EVP. Sad...I know, but people WILL do this.
The other one some people will do we will call "scratching". Let's face it...we have all heard "weird noise" EVP's. I know I have. And some are actually something...but some are not. One of the tricks investigators use is rubbing their finger or fingernail over the side of the recorder. This will give you a very odd sound that normally can't be explained by natural means and ....voila...it's "paranormal". Sad, huh?
Last, but definitely not least, shall we discuss paranormal pics? Do you really want me to get started on that topic. I could talk for hours alone about the different apps out there that can produce a "paranormal" image. Not to mention, if you want it to look like mist on a pic...like there is a spiritual white mist floating in front of you...smoke a cigarette. Works great. I'm putting all this out there because I believe that viewers deserve to know the truth and if people keep trying to dupe them with fake evidence, well, let's just say it's insulting and they soon will not stand for it.
Oh...and if you take a pic to an honest team trying to say you have something going on at your house...fully expect them to be skeptical and not assume it's something till they can prove it. Oh...and if it's fake...best believe they will prove that too. Food for thought...
Blessed Be )O(
Friday, November 27, 2015
The best is yet to come...
I thought I would take a moment and pay homage to the people who have helped me over the last 8 months. It has been a wild ride with a lot of twist and turns but, I know now, it was all for a purpose.
My future is looking brighter than it ever has. Not because of any type of fame or notoriety but because I am truly doing what I love...and I'm doing it with the support of some really incredible people. I have been privileged enough to consult on cases for some of the best paranormal teams I have ever come across. These wonderful people are not only my friends and colleagues...they are my extended family. They have promoted me and my books. Believed in me and trusted me. They have laughed with me, cried with me, screamed with me when I was having a bad day. They worried and cared about me when it felt like no one else did. These two teams are @ NP PARANORMAL with Karl Porter, Dave Newton and Abby Thompson and @BPI with Gwen and Gene Clapper, Tonya Childrey, Alyssa Luckett, Courtney Clapper and Chris Lopper. All on twitter. I highly recommended you checking them out. NP PARANOPRMAL has a livestream show and a You Tube channel and BPI has a You Tube channel. They are among the most ethical and honest people I know and I trust them implicitly.
It's not just the groups who have become so special to me...it's my entire twitter family. I simply cannot name everybody, but you all know who you are. This is my promise to all of you. I won't let you down. A lot of faith has been put into me. A lot of expectations. You have my promise that I will do my level best to make you all proud. My son is my rock here and all of ya"ll are out there. The support means more to me than you could ever know. It's something I've never had and I will not take it for granted. But, please, if you are reading this give a look at my friends...NP PARANORMAL and BPI (Beyond Perception Investigations). If it is REAL, HONEST and FROM THE HEART that you are looking for, when it comes to paranormal investigations, then these are the peeps to follow. They truly are some of the best people I know. I love them all.
Blessed Be )O(
My future is looking brighter than it ever has. Not because of any type of fame or notoriety but because I am truly doing what I love...and I'm doing it with the support of some really incredible people. I have been privileged enough to consult on cases for some of the best paranormal teams I have ever come across. These wonderful people are not only my friends and colleagues...they are my extended family. They have promoted me and my books. Believed in me and trusted me. They have laughed with me, cried with me, screamed with me when I was having a bad day. They worried and cared about me when it felt like no one else did. These two teams are @ NP PARANORMAL with Karl Porter, Dave Newton and Abby Thompson and @BPI with Gwen and Gene Clapper, Tonya Childrey, Alyssa Luckett, Courtney Clapper and Chris Lopper. All on twitter. I highly recommended you checking them out. NP PARANOPRMAL has a livestream show and a You Tube channel and BPI has a You Tube channel. They are among the most ethical and honest people I know and I trust them implicitly.
It's not just the groups who have become so special to me...it's my entire twitter family. I simply cannot name everybody, but you all know who you are. This is my promise to all of you. I won't let you down. A lot of faith has been put into me. A lot of expectations. You have my promise that I will do my level best to make you all proud. My son is my rock here and all of ya"ll are out there. The support means more to me than you could ever know. It's something I've never had and I will not take it for granted. But, please, if you are reading this give a look at my friends...NP PARANORMAL and BPI (Beyond Perception Investigations). If it is REAL, HONEST and FROM THE HEART that you are looking for, when it comes to paranormal investigations, then these are the peeps to follow. They truly are some of the best people I know. I love them all.
Blessed Be )O(
Monday, November 23, 2015
50 Shades of Paranormal...
I was pondering the future of paranormal television today. Not unlike I normally do, really. Considering all of the "poo" that has come out about some of the tv shows recently I'm sure I'm not the only one to give this some serious thought. That's when it occurred to me. Honestly, I can't believe it hadn't popped in my head before now.
It's NO LONGER about the evidence. If it really ever was. How sad is that? I am actually sad over that thought. Really. Now, I'm sure you're wondering how I came up with that conclusion. Hold your horses...I plan on telling you. Promise.
If you go back through history you will find that the paranormal field has always had it's share of tricksters. There have always been people who were willing to go to the extremes to prove ghost exist and completely threw ethics out the window to do it. That comes as no surprise. But we forget...today there is one big difference. Whereas before it was about claiming notoriety and coin in whatever area of the world you live in now it's about the same thing but the whole world is your audience.
That's right, folks. We live in an age where the world is a stage and we are all wannabe actors looking for our big break. Well...not really all of us but enough of us. This wouldn't be a problem if we were talking about plays or movies...but we aren't. We're talking about something so much more important. The ability to understand, communicate and interact with loved ones after they have passed on. Beats the hell out of a movie any day, in my book.
Where my 50 Shades comes into play is how it is decided who we get to see accomplish the miraculous feet of chatting with the dead. Yep...you got it...it's sex appeal. Looks. Gotta be a hottie. Biggest boobs. Fakest hair. Loudest scream...etc, etc, etc. Everything that doesn't mean diddly squat to the spirit you are communicating with. You see, I liken this to the 50 Shades books because, if you think about it, you will realize how you have been manipulated by the theory behind the idea. Now...before you get all mad at me and turn your computer off I want you to ask yourself this. If you have read the books, which I admittedly have not, would you have even been interested in them if the main male character lived in a trailer park? What if he weighed 300 lbs, had a beer belly and acne? Is your answer yes? Would you have read it? Paid money for it? No...I didn't think so. Because it's not fantasy. It's not "sexy". The same philosophy is applied to paranormal shows. It's about what is pleasing to the eye. Not the mind or the soul. Before you start talking about the paranormal investigator shows out there where this theory doesn't apply, cause I know a few exist, think about who is on them. Ask yourself if that is a fair depiction of the average investigator or is it much like what local news stations do at the scene of an accident. Do they find the person who can calmly explain the situation or do they go for the most colorful character they can find? You know, the one who has no idea what happened but sure is fun to watch?
What it all boils down to, folks, is you. You decide what you will allow. Will you continue to be swayed by an industry who has no intention of providing quality investigations in the hopes of obtaining new evidence? Or will you stand up for what is right and say that you are smarter than that. That you love the shows for their entertainment value but you would also like to see what is really going on. That you deserve the truth, even if it isn't "sexy". Food for thought...
Blessed Be )O(
It's NO LONGER about the evidence. If it really ever was. How sad is that? I am actually sad over that thought. Really. Now, I'm sure you're wondering how I came up with that conclusion. Hold your horses...I plan on telling you. Promise.
If you go back through history you will find that the paranormal field has always had it's share of tricksters. There have always been people who were willing to go to the extremes to prove ghost exist and completely threw ethics out the window to do it. That comes as no surprise. But we forget...today there is one big difference. Whereas before it was about claiming notoriety and coin in whatever area of the world you live in now it's about the same thing but the whole world is your audience.
That's right, folks. We live in an age where the world is a stage and we are all wannabe actors looking for our big break. Well...not really all of us but enough of us. This wouldn't be a problem if we were talking about plays or movies...but we aren't. We're talking about something so much more important. The ability to understand, communicate and interact with loved ones after they have passed on. Beats the hell out of a movie any day, in my book.
Where my 50 Shades comes into play is how it is decided who we get to see accomplish the miraculous feet of chatting with the dead. Yep...you got it...it's sex appeal. Looks. Gotta be a hottie. Biggest boobs. Fakest hair. Loudest scream...etc, etc, etc. Everything that doesn't mean diddly squat to the spirit you are communicating with. You see, I liken this to the 50 Shades books because, if you think about it, you will realize how you have been manipulated by the theory behind the idea. Now...before you get all mad at me and turn your computer off I want you to ask yourself this. If you have read the books, which I admittedly have not, would you have even been interested in them if the main male character lived in a trailer park? What if he weighed 300 lbs, had a beer belly and acne? Is your answer yes? Would you have read it? Paid money for it? No...I didn't think so. Because it's not fantasy. It's not "sexy". The same philosophy is applied to paranormal shows. It's about what is pleasing to the eye. Not the mind or the soul. Before you start talking about the paranormal investigator shows out there where this theory doesn't apply, cause I know a few exist, think about who is on them. Ask yourself if that is a fair depiction of the average investigator or is it much like what local news stations do at the scene of an accident. Do they find the person who can calmly explain the situation or do they go for the most colorful character they can find? You know, the one who has no idea what happened but sure is fun to watch?
What it all boils down to, folks, is you. You decide what you will allow. Will you continue to be swayed by an industry who has no intention of providing quality investigations in the hopes of obtaining new evidence? Or will you stand up for what is right and say that you are smarter than that. That you love the shows for their entertainment value but you would also like to see what is really going on. That you deserve the truth, even if it isn't "sexy". Food for thought...
Blessed Be )O(
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