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Before technology was developed that would allow us to "see" into the ground, people
depended on dowsing (also known as divining or water witching) to find water wells, metals,
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gemstones, and even missing people and unmarked graves. Although dowsing has never been BE
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scientifically proven to work in a controlled setting, the practice remains popular in many parts "The information about the L-rods was good,
of the world.[1] You can use dowsing or divining rods by learning how to hold the rods properly. but I'd like to see more about using a forked
stick. The video was the..." more
You can then use the rods to find water, locate lost objects, or determine the energy of a room
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Method
1 Holding the Rods Properly

1 Find dowsing or divining rods. You can use natural items as dowsing or divining
rods, such as tree branches or sticks. Often, diviners use forked sticks from trees
such as willow, peach, and witch hazel. Look for a stick that has a fork with branches of
equal length on either end of the fork.[2]
If you do not want to use a forked stick, you can use coat hanger, two wire rods, or
a pendulum as a dowsing rod. Cut the coat hanger so you have two pieces of wire
that are the same length and extend at least one to two feet. You can also use two
wire rods of equal length or a pendulum made especially for dowsing from New
Age stores or online.
Some divining rods have an L-shape on each end, where the wire extends
downward to form an L-shape. You can find L-shaped rods online or at New Age
stores.

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Hold the rods about 9 inches (23 cm) apart so they do not cross or collide. You
may want to practice holding the rods in your hands a few times to get the hang of
it.
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3 Keep the rods steady and straight as you walk. Once you understand how to hold
the rods properly, you should practice walking and moving around while holding the
rods. Make sure you keep the rods steady and straight as you walk so they are parallel to
the ground.[4]
Hold the rods at arm’s length and walk slowly back and forth across the room. Do
not let the rod end tip upward or downward as you move as you do not want to
move the rods unintentionally with the force of your body or your arms.

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Method
2 Finding Bodies of Water

1 Hold the rods steady in your hands. Start by holding the dowsing or divining rods
steady and straight in your hands, at an arm’s length from your body. Make sure the
rod ends are not tipped upward or downward. You should also make sure the rods are 9
inches (22.9 cm) from each other.[5][6]
If you are using a “Y” shaped rod, the rod should be pointed upward at a 45 degree
angle. This will ensure you are able to get a good reading of the area.

2 Walk over the area with the rods. Often, water dowsers are called to locate water in
a certain area, such as a rural or suburban community. You should hold the rods
properly and walk back and forth slowly over the area that you are testing for water. Make
sure you hold the rods lightly but with some grip so they do not roll or shift in your hands as
you walk.[7][8]

3 Wait for the rods to cross or move. Once the rods detect water, the butt end of the
stick should rotate or be pulled downward. The rods may also cross over each other
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It may also help to visualize the water under the earth as you walk over the area
with the rods. You may picture a stream or body of water in your mind as you hold
the rods to help let the rods know what you are looking for.[11]

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1 Relax and visualize the lost object. You can use the dowsing rods to locate objects
or items you have lost, such as jewellery. Start by holding the rods properly in your
hands. Then, relax and close your eyes. Visualize the object you have lost in your mind.[12]
You may want to take a few deep breaths to calm down and relax. Focus your
mind on the lost object and try to channel that focus into the divining rods.

2 Ask the rods to lead you to the object. You may ask the rods out loud or internally.
You may say, “Where is the object I have lost?” or “Find the object.” This will project
your intent onto the rods.[13]

3 Let the rods direct you to the object. You should then hold the rods steady and
straight in your hands and let them direct you. Do not resist any pulls or tugs you feel
on the rods. You should walk in the direction the rods seem to be leading you to.
Eventually, the rods may lead you to the lost object.[14]

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1 Visualize the energy in the area or room. You can use divining rods to test the
amount of positive and negative energy in an area or a room, known as the “Chi” of
the room. You may decide to test the energy levels in your home, your office, or even your
garden. Do this by entering the room holding the rods. Then, close your eyes and try to
visualize the “Chi” energy in the room. Try to picture an energy path that flows throughout
the entire room or area. Don't worry if you are not able to do this, as the rods will help you
determine the energy flow or path.[15]
The divining rods can help you trace this flow of “Chi”. You can then make
adjustments to the set up of the room or space so the “Chi” can flow more freely.
This could then make the space feel more positive and uplifting. A room with good
energy will have an even amount of “Chi” flowing throughout the room.

2 Ask the rods to lead you to the energy path. You can do this verbally or internally.
You may say, “Can you show me the energy path in this room?” or “Show me how the
energy flows in this space.” This will allow you to communicate your intent to the rods.[16]

3 Let the rods lead you to these areas. Follow any pulls or tugs on the rod, moving in
a path. You should try to walk in every area of the room to determine how it fits within
the energy flow of the room. The rods may help to guide you to where the “Chi” is flowing
well in the room and where it is not flowing at all.[17]
If you notice you are walking in circles as you are lead by the rods, you may then
to reposition the rods in your hands and repeat your intention to them again.
Ideally, the rods should create a path through the room, touching each area of the
room. Any areas that are skipped may need to be adjusted by moving furniture or
items in the area to improve the flow of energy.

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Concentrate -- for concentration you need to take interest in the subject. For developing
interest, you need to have curiosity for the subject and for curiosity, you need to be present
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If you mean a heavy item dangling from a string or chain, a clockwise motion illustrates you
are on the right path. Counter-clockwise obviously means you are not nearing your
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Set them together where the energy is still. While they rest, cross them over each other and
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If you are using the rods to clear contaminated energy or spirits, you may become ill if you
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No. You won't be electrified, as that is just a myth. However, as you'll likely be outdoors, you
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1. ↑ http://geology.com/articles/water-dowsing/
2. ↑ http://water.usgs.gov/edu/dowsing.html
3. ↑ http://www.naturesprite.com/dowsing-instructions/

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