COUNCIL BLOG - BRI BARGER

As fun as big budget popcorn flicks at the movies can be, horror film enthusiasts know that the indie film scene is where artistry and innovation thrives. Throughout the history of the genre, low budget horror films have reinvigorated the genre, confronting taboos, pushing the bounds, and providing social commentary into the darkest aspects of life. The horror genre will always be uplifted and built by those who live in the shadows, those who pop up when you least expect it. Which, honestly, could not be more fitting for the genre. Independent filmmaker, author, and horror enthusiast, Kourtnea Hogan has a vision - one that may soon influence our nightmares. 

Having community around you in the good times, and especially in the hard times, is not only a source of strength and comfort, but it truly is a necessity - it’s how we get through it all. The problem is, the further removed we are from our school years, the more difficult it can be to find and build those connections. Even though having something in common (the paranormal, for example) can kick start things, I wanted to share some tips with you all I’ve been collecting that I think are useful to integrate into our normal habits and routines in order to be more intentional in building community.

COUNCIL BLOG - BETH LAWSON

After visiting Gettysburg for the first time and hearing about some of the remarkable stories about some of the women during the Civil War, I was fully invested in learning more and being able to share that information with others. These women were brave in their own ways even if they weren’t directly assisting in the battles themselves. Without them, many others would have suffered and their selflessness should be noted and others should learn from them.

COUNCIL BLOG - MELANIE MOSES

***TW: DEATH AND DYING, LOSS***

As I’m sure most of you would agree, our space is not just filled with ghost hunters or demonologists, but also people who are death doulas, hospice workers, morticians, people who see that bridge or transition between the living and the dead in a different way than most of us tend to experience. And those folks have been an incredibly valuable part of my grieving process.

COUNCIL BLOG - BETH LAWSON

Okay, spooky sibs, grab your paranormal pals and be ready to book your trip to Gettysburg! Gettysburg is THE place if you want to experience the spooky, while also learning so much history in the process! I’m going to tell you all about our long weekend trip and places that you need to see, eat at, and stay!

GUEST BLOG - AMBER LOVE

Maybe the paranormal isn’t just about ghosts tied to tragic histories or energy-soaked locations. Maybe it’s something far more intricate, something woven into human consciousness, or a dimension we only glimpse under certain conditions. What if these recurring entities aren’t random at all, but part of a larger system that intersects with our reality in ways we don’t yet understand?

COUNCIL BLOG - JAXX R.W. (MARTINEZ)

Have you ever wondered about the holiday traditions your family has or those of others and where they came from? There is so much symbolism that has been around since before Christmas existed that has been adopted and is still practiced in current times. Gift giving, decorations we use and how we spend our time during the holidays all have influences.

COUNCIL BLOG - BRI BARGER

In rural places, spirituality tends to travel quietly. Word of mouth moves faster than any marketing budget, and a single open sign can feel like an invitation to step into a different kind of space. Metaphysical shops in small towns often become that kind of refuge: not just a place for purchasing stones or incense, but for finding other people who sense the world a little differently.

COUNCIL BLOG - ANDRONIKE JAMES & BRI BARGER

Standards don’t stifle mystery; they elevate it. They allow paranormal research to move forward in a way that’s credible, respectful, and sustainable. After all, the search for answers should bring more light than darkness.

COUNCIL BLOG - TAMANTHA BOWMAN

The fascination with twins has long existed. In the native cultures “The birth of twins is considered a notable event in many Native American cultures. In most cultures, twins are considered good luck, while in some, twins are considered spiritually powerful and were trained as medicine people.”…

COUNCIL BLOG - ANDRONIKE JAMES

Happy Pride, spooky siblings! To celebrate, this year we’re dropping a list of a few of our favorite LGBTQIA+ folx in the paranormal and “spooky adjacent” world. Please go give them a follow and check out the work they’re doing.