Firstly I want to say that I wrote this in response to watching some ghost hunters on a You Tube Channel dealing with a ‘negative energy’ inside a person’s home with sage and not only did they not treat the process with respect they also really did not deal with the situation in a proper way in general. Burning sage to “clear negative energy” has become one of the most recognisable modern spiritual practices. It shows up in haunted houses, wellness spaces, witchcraft circles, and even real estate listings. But where did this belief come from — and does it actually do anything? It is not proof of spirits being physically removed, but it’s also not meaningless superstition. Let’s break it down. Across cultures, smoke was believed to: Carry prayers to the spirit world and act as a boundary between realms.It’s been used to purify people, objects, and spaces. It’s also been known to drive away illness, bad luck, or unwanted forces. Different cultures used different plants: White sage (Salvia apiana) — Indigenous peoples of North America Juniper — Siberian, Mongolian, and some Slavic traditions Mugwort — European folk magic Frankincense and myrrh — Middle Eastern and Christian traditions Palo santo — Indigenous Smoke was seen as ‘liminal’, neither solid nor air ,perfect for dealing with things that were also believed to exist in the “in between.” Sage earned its reputation for a few key reasons: In Indigenous North American traditions, sage was used in cleansing rituals, illness prevention, and protection — not as decoration or ambience. It was part of a larger ceremonial system involving intention, prayer, and community. Sage wasn’t burned casually. It was used for a specific purpose. In pre-modern thinking: Bad smells = decay, illness, corruption Strong aromatic smoke = vitality, dominance, protection If something unwanted was present, overpowering it with scent made intuitive sense. Burning sage for example visibly changes the air, it alters smell, lighting, and atmosphere.

This is a space for people who are curious about the paranormal — whether you’re a believer, a sceptic, or somewhere in between. Frightfully Good Paranormal exists to explore strange experiences, hauntings, and unexplained phenomena with open minds, critical thinking, and curiosity. We’re not here to tell you what to believe — we’re here to ask better questions. Inside this community, you can expect: - Thoughtful discussion about paranormal topics and case studies - A grounded, evidence-aware approach (no sensationalism) - Learning together through conversations, resources, and future classes To get things started, introduce yourself in the comments 👇Tell us: - What first sparked your interest in the paranormal? - What are you hoping to explore or learn here? Glad you’re here — welcome to the community. 🕯️ — Anne and Renata Frightfully Good Paranormal

In this segment from Paranormal Hotseat, Renata breaks down how some paranormal apps use GPS and environmental data to create the illusion of “activity.” We talk about why these tools can feel convincing, how false positives happen, and why context matters more than ever when people are using apps in their own homes. 💬 Have you used paranormal apps? Did they reassure you, confuse you, or escalate things?