Pendulum Dowsing

A pendulum is nothing more than a communication device. In

and of itself it has no power and no ability to move. Although
no one knows how or why dowsing works, it is most
commonly thought that the movement of the pendulum is
controlled through or by your subconscious (or something of
that nature). Any object hung from a piece of string is a
pendulum. As dowsing pendulums can be purchased in all
sizes, shapes and materials, it is important only that you
choose a tool that you're comfortable with for all pendulums
work equally well for experienced dowsers
Learning to Dowse
Dowsing is a skill that anyone can learn. It does take practice
but then what worthwhile goal is ever reached without effort?
Before you can practice you do need to discover what the
movement of the pendulum means.
For beginners, dowsing can be accomplished using three
movements: one for a YES/POSITIVE answer, another for
NO/NEGATIVE, and a third for MAYBE/NEUTRAL (or a
Rephrase the Question) response. Experienced dowsers may
also count the number of swings or turns to determine depth
of an item being searched for; rely on the movement of the
instrument to determine the length of a particular treatment
they're doing; etc.

The first step is determining what YOUR responses mean.

Your responses may vary from another person's but that is
fine - what works for you is all that counts!
Take your pendulum and hold the string or chain between
your thumb and first finger, about 2 to 3 inches from the
weight at the end.
Sit quietly for a few moments to centre and ground yourself.
If you find that you are out-of-sorts in some way wait until
another time. You should be in a state of relaxed alertness.
While slowly swinging the pendulum vertically back and
forth, mentally (or out loud) ask the pendulum to show you
your YES movement by swinging in a circular direction. This
will be clockwise or counter-clockwise. If there is little or
irregular movement it might be beneficial to hold the
pendulum over your right knee.
Repeat for a NO response. Repeat the question "Please show
me what my YES response is."
Ask for your MAYBE response. Oftentimes it will be a backand-forth swing at a 45-degree angle. It should be something
quite different from the circular motions.
Now you practice, practice, and practice some more! You
should start by asking questions that you know the answers
to. For example, is my name ____ (choose a name other than
your own)? You should get a NO response. Repeat the
question using your own name. You should get a YES
response. Then you can move on to asking questions where
the answer can be verified, such as "Are there any messages

on my answering machine?" If you get a YES response, ask,

"Is there 1 message?" "More than 1 message?" "Is there 2
messages?" and so on. These simple exercises, done
consistently, will enhance and confirm your ability to dowse.
Using charts
There are a number of charts available commercially or you
can print out the chart below. You can add numbers 0 to 100
(in increments of 10) for a percentage chart or mark the
names of various remedies (Bach Flower, homeopathic, etc.)
to see which ones you should take. Anything at all can be
marked on the chart. Hold your pendulum at the centre of the
bottom line and slowly swing it back-and-forth horizontally.
Then ask a question such as "What is the percentage of
likelihood that it will rain today?" The pendulum will slowly
move to a diagonal back-and-forth swing over the correct
figure.
How to Use a Pendulum for Divination
To use the pendulum, dangle the object while holding the
other end either with your fingers or by looping the end of the
chain over one finger. The hand is kept as still as possible.
The pendulum should begin to move within a minute or so. A
pendulum movements include swinging back and forth and
circling either clockwise or counter clockwise. By practicing
first, it is possible for anyone to accomplish getting some
movement from the pendulum.
In order to practice tapping into the subconscious, it is

advised to draw a simple direction (NESW) chart and then ask

questions of which you know the answers.
Some practice questions include which way is north or which
direction is my front door. Practice and ask about weather
conditions or some similar question when divining for yes or
no answers. The main thing is that you know the answers to
the questions and that you can get the pendulum to give
correct answers. When you are able to answer your questions,
it is time to try dowsing for unknown information.
Before the divination is performed, the meanings of the
movements should already be decided. This should be decided
even if you are only going to do simple yes or no questions.
To avoid any confusion over the answers that are received,
use a cloth or paper on which the directions or quadrants are
clearly marked. Ask questions in such a way that your
pendulum will be able to answer according to the rules on
which you have decided. You can ask your questions mentally
or aloud.
There are different types of charts you can create for your
divination with a pendulum. Your charts can be linear, circular
or semi-circular. Examples of charts that can be useful include
alphabet, numbers, yes or no, color, directions and one
marked with segments for emotional, physical, mental and
spiritual.
With your pendulum, you will be able to divine answers to
questions about the future, relationships, lost items and for

help with making decisions. You can make

your own charts for whatever is necessary.
It is important to make your own rules about the pendulum
movement if you are not going to use divination charts. If you
are using charts, it is easy to gain specific answers to a
variety of questions. You can customize your charts easily.
Just make sure you are consistent with your own rules.
Some amazing things can be uncovered using the pendulum.
For years the pendulum has been associated with the Svengali
image of the hypnotist holding you in his power.
. Actually, as one looks at the information on pendulums, the
pendulum goes much further back in history. Ancient kings
and queens such as Solomon, Sheba, Cleopatra and other
employed the use of pendulumists, who practiced the science
of Radiesthesia. Today, pendulums are more widely used by
psychologists, hypnotists and individuals to create a link of
communication with the subconscious mind to uncover
information thought to be forgotten or unknown. Many skilled
in the science of E.S.P. utilize the pendulum to connect with
powers and intelligence beyond the physical. In all truth, this
tool is as serious as you make it. And dowsing pendulums can
be as inexpensive or as expensive, or as small or as large as
you want them.
The most inexpensive pendulum can be made for less than a

penny by tying a small

object such as a small nut on the end of a piece of string.
Expensive pendulums can be made from the finest of crystals.
The crystals are believed to possess certain energies that are
compatible with the user's energies to get the best results.
Somehow the acrylic pendulums we manufacture, (a molten
plastic that crystallizes upon cooling and is polished so that it
is perfectly clear) is the best approach for the beginner
pendulumist. Because it is perfectly spherical, there are no
distractions from rotating shapes that many others have.
Unlike ouija boards, that have somewhat of a reputation for
connecting with unsavory and sometimes evil forces, the
pendulum is associated with connecting with the good and
more powerful forces. (Forces that bring health and prosperity
to the user--and never at the expense of another's health or
prosperity.) Using the pendulum, you can develop skills to
achieve your potential or just plain have more fun picking
numbers for the lottery.
What makes it work? Tiny muscles in your finger tips are
connected to the motor centers of the brain and it is these
motor centers that are affected by unconscious thoughts. Your
unconscious thoughts cause the tiny muscles in your fingers
to react and thus move the pendulum. This is called the
ideomotor response. The pendulum then becomes a direct link
to your unconscious. And the unconscious is where thoughts
and memories are stored that your conscious is unaware of.

The pendulum is a means of connecting with those hidden

truths and memories. Using the pendulum this way is called
pendulum dowsing--using it to find information.
Making your dowsing charts for crystal pendulum dowsing
First, draw a circle about 4" in diameter on a blank sheet of
paper. Draw a straight horizontal line through the circle to
intersect the center of the circle. Place an arrow on each of of
the line and label the line, "NO." Next draw a vertical line
through the center of the circle, add an arrow on each end
and label this line, "Yes." At the top of the circle draw a
curved line inside or outside the circle to match the curvature
of the circle, place one arrow on the right side of the line and
label this curved line, "I don't know." Lastly at the bottom of
the circle, draw another curved line as you did at the top,
place an arrow on the left end of the line and label it, "I don't
care to answer."
If you're right handed, place your right elbow on the table
with your forearm and hand extended above the chart. Drape
the chain of the pendulum over your right forefinger and hold
in in place with your thumb such that the ball of the pendulum
is suspended from a half inch to an inch over the center of the
chart. Obviously if you are left handed, you use your left arm
and hand.

Begin by thinking the word, "Yes." Don't try to make the

pendulum move, nor try to hold it still, just let the thought,
"yes," repeat in your mind. Some people respond immediately
and the pendulum begins moving up and down on the chart
along the vertical line labeled, "Yes." The response might be
very minimal or very strong--it doesn't matter.
If the pendulum doesn't move, it's because you are trying too
hard, i.e. trying to make sure that you are not consciously
moving it. If so, relax, take a few deep breaths, close your
eyes and repeatedly think, "Yes." Let your mind and body feel
the direction of, "yes." If no response is attained, skip to
horizontal direction. Repeat this for the horizontal direction
representative of, "NO." There are only two other directions,
clock wise and counter clock wise. Think, "I don't know," to
have the pendulum move in the clockwise direction. And then
plead the fifth (pun), think, "I don't care to answer," to have it
move in the counter clock wise direction.
Now you are ready for basic communication. Suggestion:
avoid starting with complication. Keep your initial
communication basic. Begin by asking, "I am asking my
subconscious if my name is "_________?" Or, I am asking my
subconscious mind if I am married?" Make sure each question
is directed to your subconscious mind by saying, "I am asking
my subconscious mind... As you direct the question to the
subconscious, avoid consciously thinking the answer, i.e. let
your mind be blank. Avoid thinking, "sure my wife's name is,"

or, "of course I'm not--I'm not even dating anyone." Also
make sure the question is clearly stated. If not, the pendulum
may swing diagonally.
If you are having trouble getting the pendulum to respond,
you are trying too hard. Like any talent, it improves with
tutoring and practice. The book, Pendulum Power by Greg
Nielsen and Joseph Polansky as well as our own "How to use
the Pendulum" cassette program may be very useful. Often
times the hypnotic suggestions and relaxation found on the
cassette program opens the pathways to your subconscious
more easily and effectively than if you do it simply form a
book or these instructions. The program also gives
suggestions to develop the subconscious connection with the
universal intelligence.
Once you have linked communication with your pendulum and
feel confident, you can begin using it for finding answers
which are not known to your conscious. It can be used as a
Magic Lotto ball, a Magic Mind Finder, food finder, for
dowsing, and so on. Technically, as a Magic Mind Finder your
are exploring your subconscious for self truths. As a Magic
Lotto Ball, you're having fun picking numbers or using it in a
more advanced way of connecting your subconscious with
powers beyond yourself--there are no guarantees that this is
possible.
Caution: the pendulum gives you literal interpretation from

the subconscious, e.g., you may ask yours subconscious mind

if your name is (name) and even though that is what your
birth certificate says, it may swing, NO." This is because your
subconscious doesn't regard you as " _____," but as your
nickname. Or perhaps you ask yourself if you're a writer, and
it might say, NO." because you regard yourself as a poet.
Thus you may not always have rational explanations for the
answers. Your mind is influenced easily, so if your husband
disappointed you and didn't take out the garbage today, don't
ask if you love him. A "NO," answer may mean that your love
is contingent on the garbage being taken out, which really ahs
nothing to do with him -- unless your marriage is only about
the garbage being taken out.
Uncovering Hidden Truths
For example, you feel that you enjoy your job or career, but
don't understand why you're lacking initiative.
"I'm asking my subconscious mind if I enjoy my job?" The
pendulum swings, "NO".
"I'm asking my subconscious mind if I like the type of work
that I do?" It swings, "YES."
"I'm asking my subconscious mind if I like my supervisor?" It
swings, "YES."
"I'm asking my subconscious mind if I enjoy the commute to
work?" It swings, "NO."
"I'm asking my subconscious mind if I want to relocate closer
to work?" It swings, "YES."
and you have your answer.

The pendulum can be used to:

determine romantic compatibility.
uncover reasons for phobic reactions.
find lost articles.
determine sex of unborn child/children.
uncover reasons for resistance to weight loss.
define the best suggestions for use in self hypnosis
induce hypnosis or self hypnosis
question witness in forensic investigations
do pendulum dowsing
as a food finder
have fun at parties
have fun picking lottery numbers, winners at the track...
metaphysical, esp, and so on.
Nomenclature: some who use the pendulum call it dowsing
and the chart is called a dowsing chart. By holding the
pendulum over a specific food, dowsing pendulums can be
used to determine if the specific food is healthy generally
don't refer to it as dowsing, they simply call it using the
pendulum to uncover hidden truths or as an aid to induce
hypnosis or self hypnosis. Then there are those who simply
call themselves pendulumists and use it metaphysically.for
you.
Those who use it for hypnosis or self hypnosis