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  • Writer's pictureArthur Mills
    • Sep 3
    • 6 min read

Investigating Candle Face: Shifting Focus to Supernatural Readers

Investigating Candle Face: Shifting Focus to Supernatural Readers

Sep 03, 2024


My last journal entry was on Aug 9, 2024, when I decided to stop the Candle Face Chronicles podcast. This decision wasn't easy, but I felt it was necessary. While I truly enjoyed my time with the Get Haunted Network, I began to realize that it wasn’t serious enough for such a grave topic. Candle Face Chronicles requires a focus beyond entertainment, and I need a platform that respects the seriousness of this mission—finding the lost souls' remains and identifying their killers.


But what really shook me was a heartbreaking call from one of the lost soul’s family members. They begged me to stop discussing their loved one, as they couldn’t bear the pain of knowing that Candle Face was torturing them. The guilt was overwhelming, and I began to think that Candle Face is haunting me—driving me crazy—just as she does to her victims. Many of her victims commit suicide or at least go mad because she gets into their heads. Is this her way of getting into mine?


A few nights ago, after nearly a month of silence, a lost soul visited me and told me that I must continue my mission of helping the lost souls and not give up, as they're relying on me. This pep talk helped me realize that I must press on. But how? How do I continue searching for their bodies and identifying their killers without publicly naming the lost souls and their killers?


To move forward without causing more pain to their living relatives and friends, I’ve thought of a new strategy:


I believe the key lies in partnering with supernatural readers, who bring curiosity, persistence, and a willingness to confront Candle Face. I’ve tried collaborating with paranormal investigators, psychics, and mediums in the past, but these efforts haven’t yielded the results I was hoping for. Many in the paranormal community prefer to focus on cases that are less complex or intense than Candle Face. They tend to work within their comfort zones, and while their contributions are valuable, Candle Face requires an investigation that goes beyond typical paranormal encounters.


On the other hand, supernatural readers engage with their books and continue reading even when frightened. They may pull the covers up closer or snuggle up to their partner, but they continue reading, unlike the paranormal community who tend to run at the first unknown knock or thump. These readers have a unique advantage—they're used to solving puzzles and following complex threads in the paranormal world through stories. They persist, not out of obligation to podcast subscribers but out of curiosity and commitment to the story. By bringing them into the investigation, I can leverage their insights to help investigate the clues left by the lost souls. I’ll use a private Facebook group and a public Facebook page for these serious supernatural readers.


  • The private Facebook group will be for those who want to engage with more sensitive and confidential aspects of the investigation. Here, I can share specific details about the lost souls—working directly with families who have given consent—without publicly revealing their identities. Readers will have access to more detailed information, and their contributions will directly impact the progress of the investigation.

  • The public Facebook page will allow for more general collaboration. I’ll share clues, such as locations, objects, and cryptic messages, allowing readers to help solve the mystery without revealing specific names or details unless authorized by the lost souls’ relatives. This will protect the living relatives and friends from further grief while still involving the public in a meaningful way.


To balance the need for closure with protecting the families, I’ll employ several tactics:


  1. Permission from Families: Before publicly naming any lost soul, I’ll always seek permission from the family. If they’re uncomfortable with the public disclosure, I’ll keep the investigation focused on anonymous details and still work privately to bring resolution.

  2. Pseudonyms for Public Cases: If permission isn’t granted, I’ll use pseudonyms or vague descriptions to refer to the lost souls (e.g., "A woman from Austin, Texas, who went missing in 2010"). This allows readers to stay engaged with the investigation while protecting the identity of the victims.

  3. Private Updates for Families: While the public may not get all the details, families will be kept informed of progress and milestones privately. They’ll receive the closure they need without the emotional burden of a public case.

  4. Separate Public and Private Information: Public posts will focus on general clues and updates. More specific, confidential information will be shared as needed for those engaging in the private group. This way, the investigation continues without crossing sensitive lines.

  5. Milestone Updates for Readers: Readers won’t need to know the personal identities of the lost souls to contribute. However, they’ll receive updates on important milestones—such as locating remains or solving a critical piece of the puzzle—giving them a sense of accomplishment and closure, knowing they played a role in helping the lost souls find peace.

  6. Work with Trusted Mediators: In some cases, I’ll rely on mediators between me and the families, ensuring that sensitive information is handled with care and that families are comfortable with what’s shared publicly.

  7. Delayed Disclosure: For particularly sensitive cases, I may wait until a case is fully resolved before releasing any information to the public. This allows the family time to process the findings before anything is made public, helping to prevent emotional distress.


By balancing these approaches, I can ensure that the families are protected while continuing the investigation with the help of supernatural readers.


Besides collaborating with supernatural readers, I’ll seek the help of spiritual leaders from various faiths. By bringing in diverse perspectives from different religious traditions, I can better understand the spiritual dimensions of Candle Face and the lost souls. Spiritual leaders can offer insights into rituals, prayers, and spiritual protections that might help in the investigation. Their involvement will diversify the investigation and guide how to proceed with respect for all spiritual beliefs.


For example, a Catholic priest might offer blessings or exorcisms, a Rabbi could provide insights into protective rituals from Kabbalistic teachings, an Imam could suggest prayers or guidance from Islamic traditions, and a Buddhist monk might offer meditative practices to protect against evil spirits. By involving these leaders, the investigation will be enriched with a wide range of spiritual tools and practices that could help combat Candle Face and bring peace to the lost souls.


I'll also consider seeking help from historians and folklorists who can provide context to Candle Face's origins. Understanding the historical and cultural background of the areas where Candle Face operates might reveal important clues about her identity and methods. Additionally, working with experts in psychology, particularly those who specialize in trauma and the paranormal, could help decode the experiences of the lost souls and offer new ways to support them.


By involving these diverse collaborators—spiritual leaders, historians, folklorists, and psychologists—the investigation can benefit from a holistic approach that addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of Candle Face’s terror.


That said, I’ll still seek help from paranormal investigators, psychics, and mediums, especially from the Central Texas paranormal community, as Candle Face’s attacks seem to be concentrated there. Their input will remain valuable, but my primary focus will be on readers and collaborators who bring persistence, curiosity, and a fearless commitment to helping the lost souls and gaining an understanding of the origins of Candle Face. Together, we can bring the lost souls the closure they deserve while ensuring we respect and protect the living.

 

Key To Understanding

To ensure readers grasp the full context and significance of this journal entry, it’s crucial to be familiar with Arthur Mills’ award-winning memoir The Empty Lot Next Door, inspired by actual ghostly events in Austin, TX. The memoir provides essential background information, and without it, the nuances and depth of this journal entry might not be fully appreciated. Therefore, reading The Empty Lot Next Door is highly recommended for a more enriched and coherent understanding of this journal entry's content and implications.


To purchase The Empty Lot Next Door, please visit Amazon

To Purchase Candle Face Chronicles: The Lost Souls [Book One], please visit Amazon


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