GHOSTS? MYSTERIES THAT HIDE IN THE DARK

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On the night of October 31, 1967, on a lonely street in Colonia Estrella, my life took an unexpected turn. At just nine years old, I found myself face to face with a being from beyond the grave, a terrifying figure that challenged my perception of reality.

That experience, as vivid as it was real, sparked in me a deep fascination for the unknown. Since then, I have dedicated myself to investigating the world of ghosts and apparitions, searching for answers to the questions that were engraved in my memory that night.

In this blog, I invite you to join me on this journey through the paranormal. I will share with you my story, my research and my reflections on the mysteries that hide in the darkness. Come with me into the world of the inexplicable, where reality blurs and shadows come to life.

If you have ever wondered if there is something beyond what we see, if you have felt the presence of the invisible or if you are simply passionate about the world of the paranormal, this is your place.

There are things that never exist, but are always there, and things that are always there, but never exist.

The Ghostly Encounter on a Lonely Street

I was nine years old and a Cub Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. Boys under 12 were called "Cub Scouts," older boys up to 18 were called "Boy Scouts," and those over that age were called "Robert Scouts," and at the top was our guide, the "Master Scout."

On the night of October 31, after the weekly meeting at the "Master's" house in Colonia Estrella, my brother Roberto and I set out on the way home. Halfway there, a childish argument separated us. I decided to take a solitary route, barely lit by the street lamps of the sixties.

My inner voice, the one some call my conscience or guardian angel, warned me: "Juan Carlos, this street is very lonely, be careful." "Don't worry," I said to myself, "I'm almost at the main avenue."

At that moment, a dark blue car to my right caught my attention. Someone was driving. An inexplicable curiosity drew me towards the vehicle.

I approached, but what a mistake! When I saw the driver's face, terror filled me. He was a being from beyond the grave, with a crescent-shaped skull, a head and chin that ended in a point. Slowly, he turned his face towards me, looked deeply into my eyes and smiled, showing a chilling set of teeth: long, thin, and sharp as daggers.

Paralyzed, I felt the blood drain from my head. I couldn't move. Only when the blood reached my feet was I able to run.

I came home terrified, but no one believed me. "It was someone in disguise," they said. But, dear reader, years later, I can assure you that it was not a disguise. It was as real as the keyboard I now have in front of me.

What happened? I don't know. But since my teenage years, I've been researching ghosts and apparitions. And here I share some of what I learned.

THE THEORY OF ELEMENTALS

The Theory of Elementals has its roots in alchemy and ancient philosophy, with figures such as Paracelsus (16th century) describing elementals as spiritual beings that embody the elements of nature: earth, water, fire and air.

Types of Elementals

• Gnomes: Associated with the earth, they are described as small beings that live in caves and mines.
• Ondines: Water spirits, often depicted as beautiful women who live in rivers, lakes and seas.
• Sylphs: Beings of the air, ethereal and delicate, who are said to inhabit forests and mountains.
• Salamanders: Spirits of fire, represented as lizards or flame-shaped creatures that live in volcanoes and hot places.
• Beliefs: Elementals are believed to be able to influence the natural world and that humans can interact with them through magic and rituals.

Ghosts are generally understood to be spirits or souls of deceased people who, for some reason, have not passed to the "other side" and remain in the earthly world.

Ghosts are said to manifest themselves in various ways: visual apparitions, unexplained sounds, movement of objects (poltergeist), changes in temperature, etc.

They usually appear in places with a strong emotional charge, such as old houses, cemeteries, places where tragedies occurred, etc.

Various explanations have been proposed for the perception of ghosts, including:

• Psychological phenomena: Pareidolia (seeing patterns in random stimuli), suggestion, hallucinations.
• Physical phenomena: Electromagnetic fields, infrasound.
• Residual phenomena: "Recordings" of past events in the environment.

Connection between Elementals and Ghosts

Some believe that ghosts could be a type of elemental, specifically those associated with the element earth, as they are associated with specific places.

Another connection is that both concepts reflect the human belief in the existence of a spiritual or supernatural reality that coexists with the material world.

Both the Elemental Theory and belief in ghosts are part of the folklore and mythology of various cultures. Although there is no scientific evidence to support them, they continue to be topics that fascinate and intrigue many people. It is important to remember that science is based on evidence and the scientific method, and that extraordinary claims require extraordinary proof.

KARDEC, GHOSTS AND THE BOOK OF SPIRITS

Allan Kardec (1804-1869) was a French educator, writer and translator who became a key figure in the development of Spiritism. His real name was Hippolyte Léon Denizard Rivail, and he adopted the pseudonym Allan Kardec in 1857 with the publication of The Spirits' Book.

Kardec became interested in the phenomena of "turning tables" (a type of spiritualist session popular at the time) and began to investigate them systematically. Through communication with spirits (according to him, through mediums), he developed a doctrine that sought to explain the nature of spirits, their relationship with the material world and the purpose of human life.

In "The Spirits' Book," Kardec presents a series of questions and answers on various topics, including the existence of God, the immortality of the soul, reincarnation and, of course, the nature of spirits.

What did Kardec think about ghosts in "The Spirits' Book"?

In Kardec's work, ghosts are considered spirits of deceased people who, for various reasons, remain on the earthly plane instead of continuing their spiritual evolution in the "beyond."

Some of Kardec's ideas about ghosts are the following:

• They are not vague or indefinite beings: Kardec rejects the traditional image of ghosts as vaporous or spectral beings. He describes them as spirits with their own individuality, with intelligence, will and feelings.
• They can manifest themselves in various ways: They can communicate through mediums, produce physical phenomena such as noises or movement of objects, and even appear visually.
• Their manifestations have a purpose: They do not manifest on a whim, but with an objective, which may be to communicate with the living, ask for help, give a message or even warn about something.
• Their state is transitory: Remaining on the earthly plane is not their natural state. Over time, all spirits evolve and progress to a higher state.
• They should not be feared: Kardec urges not to fear spirits, but to understand them and help them in their evolution.

For Kardec, ghosts are a reality, but they are not supernatural or malignant beings. They are simply human spirits in a state of transition, seeking to progress and evolve.

"The Spirits' Book" is a fundamental work for understanding the Spiritist vision of life after death and the relationship between the spiritual world and the material world.

MODERN SCIENCE AND GHOSTS

Modern science, with its focus on empirical evidence and the scientific method, is skeptical of the existence of ghosts and spirits. Despite numerous studies and research, no conclusive evidence has been found to support their existence.

Scientific perspectives on this topic:

1. Absence of evidence:

• No Physical Evidence: No physical traces of ghosts or spirits have been found, such as DNA, measurable energy, or any other evidence that can be scientifically analyzed.
• "Sightings" often have alternative explanations: Many phenomena attributed to ghosts can be explained by factors such as optical illusions, pareidolia (seeing patterns in random stimuli), suggestion, infrasound (low-frequency sounds that can cause feelings of discomfort and "presence"), electromagnetic fields, and other natural phenomena.

2. Inconsistencies with the laws of nature:

• Violation of the law of conservation of energy: The idea that spirits can interact with the physical world (move objects, produce sounds, etc.) without a source of energy contradicts the fundamental laws of physics.
• Lack of a plausible mechanism: There is no scientific explanation for how a spirit or ghost could stay "together" after death, interact with the physical world, or retain consciousness and memory.

3. Scientific research:

• Parapsychology: This branch of psychology studies paranormal phenomena, including the existence of ghosts and communication with spirits. Although numerous studies have been conducted, the results have not been conclusive and have failed to convince the scientific community at large.
• Neuroscience: Neuroscience studies the brain and nervous system. Experiences that some people interpret as encounters with ghosts may have their origin in neurological processes, such as hallucinations, vivid dreams, or sleep disorders.

4. The role of culture and psychology:

• Cultural beliefs: Beliefs about ghosts and spirits are deeply rooted in many cultures and religions. These beliefs can influence how people interpret unusual experiences.
• Psychological factors: Fear, anxiety, grief and other emotional states can increase susceptibility to perceiving phenomena as "paranormal."

Modern science has found no solid evidence to support the existence of ghosts or spirits. Many of the phenomena attributed to them have alternative explanations within the framework of science.

However, research continues, and it is important to keep an open mind to new possibilities, as long as they are based on evidence and the scientific method.

SO WHAT DID I SEE THAT NIGHT OF OCTOBER 31, 1966?

It is difficult to say for certain what it was that I saw that night. My experience, while undoubtedly shocking, may have several possible explanations, but even after years of research into the subject, I still wonder what happened.

Let's consider some of the possibilities:

1. A hallucination:

• Factors: Fatigue, darkness, the loneliness of the street and the suggestion of Halloween night could have created the conditions for a visual hallucination.
• Characteristics: Hallucinations can be very vivid and seem real, even involving several senses.

2. A mental projection:

• Unconscious: It is possible that my mind, influenced by the environment and your own fears or concerns, has projected a terrifying figure.
• Symbolism: The figure of the being with a crescent-shaped skull and sharp teeth could have a symbolic meaning related to my own fears or internal conflicts.

3. A ghost

• Paranormal experience: Although science has not proven the existence of ghosts, many people, like me, claim to have had experiences that defy conventional explanations.
• Place and date: Some believe that Halloween night facilitates the manifestation of entities from the "other side."

4. A person in disguise:

• Practical joke: Although I rule out this possibility, I cannot completely ignore it. Perhaps someone with a very realistic costume and a disturbing attitude was looking to scare passersby.

5. A distorted memory:

• Memory: Over time, memories can become distorted, and details may be exaggerated or unconsciously modified.

It is important to remember that the human mind is complex and we do not yet fully understand how it works. My experience could be a combination of several factors, or perhaps something that science cannot yet explain.

The important thing is that this experience left a deep mark on me and motivated me to investigate the world of the paranormal. I will continue exploring, and perhaps one day I will find the answers I am looking for.