A pendulum is typically:
A crystal, metal, wood, or glass weight
Attached to a chain, thread, or cord
Balanced to swing freely
A pendulum is typically:
A crystal, metal, wood, or glass weight
Attached to a chain, thread, or cord
Balanced to swing freely
Asking yes/no/maybe questions
Locating lost objects or people (map dowsing)
Scanning the chakra system or aura for blockages
The simplest and most common method.
Steps:
Ask your pendulum:
“Show me Yes” → observe its swing
“Show me No” → observe again
(Repeat for Maybe, if needed)
Then ask your actual question.
Example: “Is it in my highest good to take this new job?”
Common movements:
Clockwise = Yes
Counter-clockwise = No
Side to side = Maybe
Used to detect energy blockages in the body or chakras.
Steps:
Observe the movement:
Strong circular motion = balanced/active
Weak or erratic = blocked or imbalanced
No movement = energy stagnation
Used to locate lost items, water sources, or even people (traditionally used in geopathic studies).
Steps:
Hold a pendulum over a map or photo.
Slowly move across the surface.
When the pendulum reacts (swings or spins strongly), that spot is significant.
You can create or download pendulum charts to get more detailed answers.
Common charts include:
Alphabet and numbers
Chakras or body parts
Nutritional needs
Emotional states
Healing methods
How to use:
Hold the pendulum over the chart’s center.
Ask your question.
The pendulum will swing toward the most relevant option.
Use it to test if a product, food, crystal, or supplement is energetically suitable.
Steps:
Hold the item in your hand or place it on a table.
Ask: “Is this item beneficial for me right now?”
Observe the pendulum’s Yes/No movement.
For advanced users—used for spiritual connection, inner healing, or past life insight.
Tips:
Enter a meditative state
Ask open-ended, respectful questions
Use affirmations to stay grounded (e.g., “Only answers aligned with my highest good may come through”)
Pendulum dowsing is based on the idea that your subconscious mind or energy field can guide the movement of the pendulum through tiny muscle responses (ideomotor effect), or through sensitivity to energetic vibrations.
Take deep breaths and clear your mind.
Hold the Pendulum Steady
Hold the top end of the chain between your thumb and forefinger, keeping your arm relaxed.
Ask Your Question
Make sure questions are clear and answerable (e.g., “Is this decision in my best interest?”).
Interpret the Movement
The pendulum will begin to swing in the direction that matches one of your preset answers.