The pendulum is perhaps one of the simplest and most effective methods of divination existing today. The true power of a pendulum lies within the user. ‘Pendulum Power’ allows you to easily tap into your higher self - a place where wisdom thrives and the universe lights with love. Using a pendulum keeps the path between you and your higher self open, raising your potential for a joyous and fulfilled life. The real ‘power’ - the energy that makes the pendulum swing - comes from within you, the pendulum user. Another way to look at pendulum power is the true sense of empowerment that comes from making a direct connection to the higher self. Learning to use your pendulum is easy and it won’t take long before you master the skill. Practice does help though, so in the beginning, start with easy questions to get the hang of it.

1. Make your mind ready - free yourself of internal and external noise. Relax and focus. Clear your mind of worries. Quiet, non-lyrical music can help, along with other meditational aids like candles, incense and crystals. But these things are not essential, you can use your pendulum anywhere at any time.

2. Position yourself and your pendulum - I find it easiest to rest my elbow on the table with the pendulum hanging firmly between my fingers. This way the arm is stable and relaxed. Let the pendulum just dangle. Try to hold very still, but don’t worry if your hand shakes a little, it won’t affect the outcome.

3. Check your pendulums signals - before asking any questions you must establish signals for each of these answers, yes - no - maybe (which can also be interpreted as '“I don’t know” or “I don’t want to say”).

   Some common signals being

   • front to back (like a head nod - common for yes)

   • side to side (like a head shake - common for no)

   • clockwise circle

   • counterclockwise circle

4. Verify the signals - to test out the trustworthiness of your signals, ask a few test questions such as “Is my Alena?” Or, “Is today Tuesday?” Basically you want to verify that yes is yes and no is no.

5. Program your pendulum’s source - include this step every time you use your pendulum. Establish where the answers will come from. If you skip this step, your pendulum will only access your subconscious mind. You really want to tap into your intuitive mind, or higher self. At the beginning of each session say, “I call upon the higher self to answer these questions. I seek only absolutely truthful answers which are aligned with the highest and greatest good for all concerned.” Whether you say this out loud or inside your head is up to you. Do whatever you are comfortable with, and of course feel free to tailor this language as it suits you.

6. Ask your question - ask questions that can be answered with YES or NO. Be as specific as you can with your phrasing. Avoid asking opinions or using the words ‘should’ or ‘supposed to’ in your questions.

7. Wait for the answer - Be patient. Concentrate on your question, but do not concentrate on what you think the answer should or will be. Remain detached about the answer and focus only on receiving a correct and unbiased answer. When the pendulum swings, look at it and observe it’s direction. This is your answer. if it doesn’t move right away, give it time, or if it’s unclear what the signal is, try rephrasing the question and do it again. When the pendulum swings with great force, it’s answering loudly. If it swings with only light force, you can interpret this as a quiet, perhaps less committed response.

   Once you become accustomed to the process it is quite amazing to watch as they swing quite differently for everyone. Enjoy!