Remember, however, that your peripheral vision is not always reliable. If you think you see a spirit out of the corner of your eye, you may be seeing a trick of the light. You can try setting up a video camera in your home when you’re away to capture any unusual shadows on film.
Rule out other sources of a smell before assuming it’s supernatural. Try to follow the smell to see if it has a source or notice if you left a window open. An unusual smell can float in from outside.
Scratching and footsteps could be caused by things like mice, rats, or bugs. It’s a good idea to have an exterminator check out your home to rule that out and provide treatment if necessary. You can use a digital audio recorder to capture noises as well.
Other issues, like loose light bulbs and issues with circuits and electrical panels can also cause flickering lights. If your home is very prone to flickering lights, consult an electrician.
Strange animal behavior, especially excessive vocalization, can also be a sign your pet is in pain. See a vet before attributing unusual behavior to ghosts.
However, double check for things like cracks in doors and open windows near the cold spots. Drafts can easily be a culprit for unusual cold spots in your home.
If you’re experiencing things like shortness of breath during sleep, however, see a doctor. This can be a sign of a medical condition, such as sleep apnea, which should be ruled out before you attribute the issues to ghosts. Nightmares can also have psychological causes. If you’ve been stressed or upset lately, this may be causing your nightmares as well.
If you have other people living with you, ask them if they experience the sense of being watched as well. Keep in mind, feelings of nervousness and paranoia can also be attributed to underlying mental health issues. This kind of anxiety should be evaluated by a mental health professional.
Low moods and irritability can be a sign of mental health issues, however. If you have a persistent low mood for a long time, see a therapist before attributing it to a haunting. Remember, ghosts are usually just people. They don’t have a body, but they were a person once. If you feel like other people are around you, it may be a big sign they are.
As these symptoms can be caused by a number of other ailments, however, see a doctor before attributing them to a haunting. If everyone in the house is experiencing physical symptoms, have your home investigated by professionals to check for hazards like mold and bacteria.
You can look up the history of your town online. Try stopping by a local library that archives old newspapers. You may find some unusual stories there.
Energy audits can sometimes find logical causes of dips in energy. This can allow you to fix problems in your home that cause things like drafts, slamming windows, and flickering lights. Stick to people like professional mechanics, who offer non-paranormal services. Paranormal investigators are not legitimate and will not provide a real service. There’s a good chance there’s a rational reason for drafts and cold spots that may require repairs that paranormal investigators cannot provide.
