As with any form of divination, using a pendulum involves a certain degree of faith, belief and a decidedly open mind, as the answers come from your intuition and from higher spiritual guides. Whilst the pendulum can certainly be made to move with your hand movements, this isn’t the case always and after practice you’ll get to see why. Many people wonder where the answers come from and debate whether it’s really working, or just the pendulum responding to the movement of the user’s hand. When these two elements are brought together, you’re able to make decisions using all the sources, rather than just one of them. Some people describe the way a pendulum works as being like bringing together the rational and intuitive sides of you (the left and right sides of your brain). As the pendulum moves, you gain answers in response to questions – it is best suited to use to answer ‘yes’ or ‘no’ questions. The pendulum acts as a form of receiver and transmitter, from your higher guidance, guardian angels and spiritual teachers.

To find water or ley lines (dowsing rods are often used for this too, which work in a similar way to a pendulum).Ī pendulum works by tapping into your intuition and sixth sense.To cleanse and dispel negativity in a room.Healing purposes and identifying allergies.In its most simple form, you can use it to answer questions or aid in decision making. Pendulum dowsing can be used in a variety of different ways. The pendulum acts as a receiver and transmitter of information, and moves in different ways in response to questions. The pendulum is a very simple tool and one that lets the user tune in to their intuitive powers. It’s also possible to use objects such as a favourite trinket, a bead, a metal ball or even a key.

It’s never made of a magnetic substance, but is often a crystal. Here we offer an introduction to using a pendulum, from how it works, and what you need, to how to get started.Ī pendulum is a symmetrical, weighted object that is hung from a single chain or cord. The art of using a pendulum is something that anyone can learn and master, and enjoy experimenting with. One of the most commonly used tools for divination and dowsing is a pendulum.

How to use a pendulum