One real creepy paranormal story is about a haunted house. A family moved in and every night they heard strange scratching noises coming from the attic. When they went to check, there was nothing there. But the noises continued. One day, they found old scratches on the attic floorboards that looked like they were made by something inhuman. Eventually, they were so scared they moved out.
Here's a story. In an old abandoned asylum, people have reported hearing screams and moans even though it had been empty for years. Some brave souls who went in at night said they felt like they were being watched. Another one is about a cemetery. A hiker was passing by it one evening and saw a strange mist rising from one of the graves. It took the form of a human figure for a moment before vanishing into thin air.
The scariest one I know is about a doll. A girl received an old antique doll as a gift. At night, the doll would move on its own. It would change positions and sometimes its eyes seemed to follow the girl around the room. The girl's parents didn't believe her at first until they saw the doll in a different place one morning. They got rid of the doll, but the girl still had nightmares about it for years.
The most disturbing elements often involve a disruption of the normal order. For instance, objects moving on their own. You know you left your keys on the table and then suddenly they're across the room. Another is when time seems to behave strangely. In some stories, people enter a place and it feels like they've lost hours without realizing it. And of course, the appearance of entities that seem to be in pain or distress, like a moaning figure in a dark hallway, is extremely unsettling as it makes you wonder what kind of torment they might be experiencing.
The truthfulness of the stories on paranormal 911 is questionable. Many of them could be based on rumors or people's imaginations rather than actual facts.
When writting paranormal stories, start with a strong concept. It could be a cursed object that brings misfortune to whoever possesses it. Next, focus on the atmosphere. Use descriptive language to create a sense of unease. Dark, stormy nights, howling winds, and strange noises all add to the paranormal feel. Also, don't forget about the emotional journey of your characters. They should be affected by the paranormal elements in believable ways.
Yes, I think they can be. There are so many accounts from different people all over the world. For example, in some indigenous cultures, there are stories of spirits and paranormal events that have been passed down for generations. These people have no reason to make up such stories. Also, when multiple witnesses report the same or similar paranormal events in a particular place, it gives more credibility.
The truthfulness of the stories on Paranormal Witness is debatable. Some aspects could be based on real events, but the way they are presented on the show might involve dramatization and editing to make them more engaging for the audience.
Well, it's a bit of a mixed bag. Some paranormal witness stories could have elements of truth, but often they might be influenced by people's imaginations or misunderstandings. It's difficult to verify their authenticity with certainty.