Education & Methodology

Are Ouija boards dangerous? ECPS Co-Founder and Psychic Medium Chris O'Connor breaks down the history, the fears, and the proper protocol for spirit board communication.

What to expect from a medium reading? Learn why expectations can affect your experience and how messages often differ from what you anticipate.

Do I have ghosts? Learn the real explanations behind common paranormal experiences like footsteps, shadows, cold spots, and unexplained noises.

Paranormal investigating tips for beginners focused on preparation, attire, equipment, and field behavior to reduce contamination and improve the quality of an investigation.

Strange superstitions from around the world reveal how different cultures interpret luck, spirits, and everyday behavior through long-standing beliefs that continue to shape how we understand the unknown.

Exorcism has been practiced across cultures for thousands of years, yet modern discussions are often shaped by Hollywood portrayals and religious assumptions. This article explores the history of exorcism, competing theories about demons, and the overlap between alleged possession and psychological or medical conditions, examining whether exorcism is fact, fiction, or something in between.

The psychology of the paranormal explains how perception, bias, and pattern recognition influence paranormal experiences and investigations.

Research is one of the most important tools a paranormal investigator can use. Learn how paranormal investigation research helps investigators verify claims, study property history, and gather meaningful evidence before entering a case.

Explore common angel signs and spiritual messages from loved ones, including coins, cardinals, fragrances, music, butterflies, and feathers.

Learn how to run a structured EVP session using professional questioning techniques, proper equipment setup, and contamination control to improve your chances of capturing meaningful paranormal evidence.

An educational overview exploring the history of Spiritualism, the rise of séances, and how early spiritualist practices connect to modern paranormal investigation methods.

An educational look at saints and archangels, exploring their historical origins, spiritual symbolism, and why they are sometimes referenced in paranormal investigation practices.

Understanding chakras and subtle energy offers a different perspective on wellness, intuition, and paranormal investigation. This article explores the origins of chakra theory, energy flow, and how subtle energy may influence personal balance and spiritual awareness.

A firsthand account of a Reiki session conducted during an ongoing paranormal case, exploring how spiritual healing practices can support emotional recovery after intense paranormal experiences.

An inside look at when a paranormal investigation is truly necessary, outlining the intake process, evidence screening, and safeguards used to determine next steps.

An investigator’s breakdown of paranormal evidence, examining what qualifies as credible findings, what falls short, and what should be discarded during evidence review.

An overview of photography and the paranormal, exploring cameras, night vision, thermal imaging, and how visual tools are used during investigations.