Pendulum and dowsing rods, no promises
Two traditional practices, presented as a hobby, a curiosity or a quiet moment. We explain how they are used, where they come from and what science says about them.
Practise
The pendulum
A weight on a thread, a simple question, a board to read the answer.
The dowsing rods
Two L-shaped rods, the dowser's tool: how to make them, hold them, and put them to the test.
A session step by step
From setting your reference points to the blind test, in ten minutes.
The tools
Which shape, which material, and what not to buy.
Understand
The history
From the suspended ring of Antiquity to Abbé Bouly, the best-established landmarks.
What science says
The ideomotor effect, blind tests, and why we think we see results.
Frequently asked questions
Does it work, is it dangerous, how to spot an honest practitioner.
Board and notebook
The A4 pendulum board, the rods sheet and a test notebook. Free, no sign-up.
Our approach
- No promises
- No cure, no prediction, and no "guaranteed" water, treasure or energy.
- Science is stated plainly
- Radiesthesia is not validated, and we explain why.
- A tradition, a moment for yourself
- A ritual, a game or a curiosity, never a tool for making decisions.
- Nothing to sell
- No shop, no advertising, no visitor tracking.
A place to talk about it
Our Facebook group L'oasis de l'instant présent brings together people who enjoy calm, well-being and beautiful places. You can share your experiments and questions there, in a kind and supportive spirit. The link goes to Facebook, a site outside this one.