Using a Pendulum
Clients will approach me all the time wondering how best to unlock their own intuitive ability.
I would like to share with you the number one tool and secret to unlocking the natural knowing and gift of intuitive insight that all of us has.
What I am about to share with you is the use of a tool that has been in existence for more than 5000 years. That tool? The pendulum.
This is a divination and intuitive tool that is easily fashioned from objects you have in your own home. Specialized pendulums with rare stones, crystals, specific symbolism, and deep meaning can be purchased at esoteric and new age shops. My personal preference, and the thing I have found works best for most of my clients, is to fashion a pendulum from simple objects that are meaningful to you. You will need a 6-9 inch piece of string, chain, ribbon or yarn, and a weight for the end, a pendant, ring, heavy earring, stone, bead, seashell, etc. Be creative in the materials you use, creating something unique and meaningful. Once you have assembled your items, make sure to tie the weight in a way that doesn’t position the knot off to one side. The idea is for it to hang straight down.
There truly is no right or wrong way to use a pendulum. With relaxation and a focused intention you will find great results. Below is a basic pendulum “ritual” I recommend to clients.
- Step 1: To begin you must “calibrate” your pendulum. Determining which direction and movement will dictate yes and no answers is simple. Holding your pendulum by its end, above the table surface. Ask a question aloud to which you know the answer. “Is my name _________________ (Inserting your name) for example. Pay attention to the movement of the pendulum. My pendulums move in a side to side fashion for no (like a head shaking from side to side to give a negative response to a question) and in a circle for yes. This movement pattern is different for everyone. Asking simple questions you know are definite yes or no answers (your name, your gender, color of your car etc) will help determine this.
- Step 2: Take a small piece of paper and write your question or area of concern on it. The pendulum is best suited for gaining the answers to “yes or no” questions from your sub conscious mind. For most beginners the best use of pendulum is to gain deeper insight into events that have occurred in the past or present. Using a pendulum in the early stages to divine the events of the future is difficult and often inaccurate as many factors existing in your subconscious can and will affect its movement. When you ask about the future – the pendulum will show you what your subconscious mind wants to transpire, not what will happen. It is best to keep your question simple, and tied to past or present events.
- Will I be happy with my new position?
- Was “Dave” truthful with me about last night?
- Step 3: Turn the piece of paper over and draw a small circle in the center of the page. Use this circle as a focus point.
- Step 4: Holding your pendulum a few inches above the paper – ask your question. Watch the pendulums movement. Voila! You have just been given deeper insight into what your subconscious mind feels about the situation at hand.
Once you have begun to work with a pendulum for a long period of time you may decide to explore using them to locate lost objects. This is a powerful technique and will allow you to begin exercising your intuitive mind on a much more active basis.
Pendulums are an easy to use, yet powerful tool for your intuitive kit. Enjoy working with a pendulum and use it carefully. After a fair amount of use and time, you will discover that you are becoming more aware of people, places, situations, and your decision making skills will improve.
