This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Va. Beach, Va., this 5th day of August, 1932, in accordance with request made by self - Mrs. [3O3], Active Member of the Ass''n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.
P R E S E N T
Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mrs. [303], Miss [307] and Mildred Davis.
R E A D I N G
Time of Reading 3:45 P. M. Eastern Standard Time. ..., Virginia. (Physical Suggestion - special reference to back of head, the back, and right leg)
1. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [303]. Now, as we find, there are conditions-physical that disturb the better functioning of the physical body. Were the conditions psychoanalyzed, these would be considered from varying angles; for through suppression much has been builded that deters the better functioning in portions of the system, as related to the sympathetic and the magnetic - or the sensory system, with the mental reactions as function with the organs of the body. These we give here, however, are in the physical functioning of the organism disturbed by conditions apparent in the system. These, as we find, affect the body in the reactions to the distributing of energy over the body.
2. These, then, are conditions physically that we find with this body, [303], we are speaking of, present in this room:
3. First, in the BLOOD supply, this we find somewhat deficient in its normal reactions. At times there is a low count in the red blood. Again there is a low count in the white blood supply. These variations from period to period are on account of the variations in those things that disturb the body, in its mental reaction towards activities within itself and those that become as fears or distresses - that are immediately reactive in the system. Hence the body may be said to be over sensitive at times, and at others carefree, in the sense that the attitude mentally is able to carry over without this disturbing the digestion or the pulsation, or the activities in assimilating system. At other times these conditions of worry, of anxiety, of fear, of those petty conditions that make for reactions, produce improper digestion, improper assimilation, and we may immediately expect those same reactions in the blood supply of the body. These may be seen also in the manner in which
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the effect is in the system to those centers, which produce then pains in the system as related to the head and to the extremities, or from the locomotary centers; for the body at such periods, with depression, becomes super-active in the mental - and sooner or later in the physical, and these centers, as we find, respond then in a manner as may be termed bordering close to the neurotic, or neuritis in its forms, to the head, the neck, and the centers specific are in the 3rd and 4th dorsal, radiating upward; in the last lumbar and the last dorsal, radiating to the right side, or the lower limb on the right side.
4. These, then, are nerve conditions, and - as we find in the NERVOUS system - those reactions are maintained in these active forces from those types of reaction in the system. There are specific conditions that cause those reactions physically. Hence, in the 4th dorsal we have a form of lesion that, with repression, or when the body desires to be without food, or when the reaction is as that of indigestion and nothing seems to agree with the body, headaches result from same, pains through the eyes, the ears seem to drum more heavily, or those reactions as if the body itself were separate from the physical body, and a feeling all over as of a separation. This is from the sympathetic system, as has been seen and given.
5. In the functioning of the ORGANS themselves:
6. We find brain forces are good. The discernment and the analytical activities of the brain forces are active.
7. The sensory system suffers under strains from the general physical conditions that exist in the body, that are disturbed by - or disturb - the functioning of the organs of assimilation and of digestion, with the eliminations being disturbed by the gathering of the poisons from such conditions as produce pressures on lesions already formed in the 4th dorsal, last dorsal, and the 4th lumbar area.
8. As to those activities of the sensory system, the eyes hurt or burn - from those reactions in the sympathetic system and their pressure through the sensory organism. The hearing becomes acute in one portion of the ear, and as drumming - or as a buzzing - in another portion. The sense of taste becomes disturbed at times, as does the feeling - or super-sensitiveness of reactions to word, deed, look, act, or feeling in the concrete sense. Super-sensitive to reactions.
9. Throat, bronchi, larynx - these show the reactions of these conditions in the circulation as disturbed, but organically are good.
10. The heart's action is near normal, though the variation
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in the pressures as produced under the varying reactions - as given - will produce three to five count in the pulsation. Organically, good.
11. The digestive system is as of the NERVOUS digestion, and needs specific attention - that the digestive system with the gastric juices, and the lactics that are created in and for the activity in the system, be properly balanced.
12. In the functioning of this as related to the eliminating system is a basis to which there may be added in the material and physical that which would bring bettered conditions for the body, from the physical standpoint.
13. In meeting, then, the needs of these conditions, we will find that we may add those in the material sense that will aid the whole mental and physical body in gaining a better equilibrium throughout.
14. First we would begin with those vibrations electrically created, but applied to the body through the electrically driven vibrator - especially in the 4th dorsal area, or 3rd, 4th and 5th, and with the sponge appliance, at base of brain and over the throat, head, face, back of head - especially at top and on the sides, just above the ear. These applications should be made just before retiring, for a period of ten to twenty days then rest for a period, then begin over again.
15. The meals should be well balanced for the nerve and blood supplying of the body, though it is a very good dietician for itself. Follow those things that will make for nourishment to the nerve and blood supply of the system.
16. After each meal, take internally three to five drops of Lactated pepsin.
17. Keep those reactions generally that will keep eliminations properly through the system. These may be done better by the diet and its reaction than by the taking of medicinal properties as to excite the activity of the gastric juices that are already being disturbed. Occasionally we would take small quantities of charcoal, that the absorptions may be the better in the system.
18. Following these, we will find we will bring much better conditions - and relieve the conditions that disturb the body.
19. Keep the mental attitude EXPECTANT! And EXPECT to be well, strong, and just as fat as you would like to be:
20. Ready for questions.
21. (Q) How long should each treatment of the vibrator be? (A) From ten to twenty minutes. Each day, just before retiring.
22. (Q) Can the electrical treatment be applied at home?
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(A) Be better to be applied at home. Drink plenty of water. This will be as a portion of the treatment, as FLOATING - as it were - the activities through the system, causing a better reaction to the kidneys and the organs of the pelvis, as well as making for that stimuli that makes regenerations - for all are born of water.
23. (Q) Will I get entirely well? (A) When we follow out these instructions and constructions, we will get entirely well, if the attitude will be kept in that of the expectancy - and DON'T worry over things you can't help!
24. (Q) What can I do for my eyes, that I may have a better vision? (A) The application of the vibrations, especially in the 1st cervical - or at the base of brain and over the head as given, will stimulate for a better vision. Practice the circular motions for the head and neck, closing the eyes and SEEING self SEEING better. This will create that reaction which brings practice of the nerve and muscular forces to that portion of the sensory system which has been disturbed.
25. (Q) Are my glasses correctly fitted? (A) Very good at present. In six to eight weeks we will change them.
26. (Q) How can I cure my feet? (A) These same vibrations that are to be followed over the whole system will make for better circulation to those portions of the body also. As for that which will ease the feet and lower limbs, from walking, standing, and the poor circulation that comes through, use this as a massage occasionally: After they have been bathed in tepid water, rub down with this: Take one-half pint of Russian White Oil (which may be bought in this form, and is better than that which carries gasoline, or any of the forms of paraffin in same). To this add one-half pint Witchhazel, one-half ounce rub alcohol, one ounce of Olive Oil. Shake these together, as it will be necessary, as they are massaged into the lower limbs and feet. This do about once or twice each week.
27. (Q) What is the cause of the growth [tumor, cyst or carbuncle] in my loins, and how can it be cured? (A) This is an easing of the glands as make for the poor circulation. With those applications that will be made with the vibrations over the lower portions of the lumbar and the lower dorsal, we will aid in removing the pressure in the area. The specific application that we would make would be a gentle massage with Iodex, to one ounce of which there is
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added one-half grain of the Animated Ash. Use this as an ointment. Only use sufficient that may be thoroughly absorbed by the system, see?
28. (Q) To what color or colors does my body vibrate best? (A) To violet. Blue. These are the healing colors for this body.
29. (Q) How may I overcome vibrations that are not in attune with my own? (A) Filling self's mind (Mind the Builder) with those things that create more and more a unison of CREATIVE thinking, whether this be as applied to material, spiritual, or purely mental and social relations. Be sure they are CREATIVE in their essence.
30. (Q) Were the magnetic treatments I took recently helpful or harmful to my body? (A) Raising a portion of the vibration without RELEASING those where pressures come from, the sympathetic system - especially in conjunction with the cerebrospinal's reaction, is bound to make periods of very bad reactions! Continued, with the diet and those reactions as may be had from that that would create the proper digression in system, might eventually become helpful; but harmful at that period of the repression.
31. (Q) Is the medicine "Crazy Crystal" good for me? (A) Not very good. If you will take these others, will be much better.
32. (Q) Are cosmetics harmful to my body? (A) If the Black and White, or those of the Elcaya are used, these will be better for the body.
33. (Q) Please suggest a powder and face cream that would be most suitable to my type of skin. (A) Black and White.
34. (Q) What is the cause of my teeth giving me so much trouble? (A) The acid in the system. Hence the charcoal and the pepsin, that will relieve these conditions.
35. (Q) Please outline a diet. (A) The body is a better dietician for itself than may be given, for it may be changed from time to time. What may be well for the body today may not be well for it tomorrow! But keep that that is KNOWN by self that IS helpful from day to day. Do not be over persuaded, or do not say you'll try it today and see what it'll do - for you already know!
36. (Q) Is my gray hair caused by nervousness? If so, how may it be restored to its natural color? (A) We would not change it. As is seen, the conditions that have been as suppressions, worriments, nervousness, have brought about that reaction to the pigments in the
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whole portion of the epidermis itself, that makes or produces same. This is no disgrace, but should be rather BETTER for the body - will it be [if it will be] taken in its proper way!
37. (Q) What astrological conditions affect my body? (A) When the square of the moon is with Saturn, things are very bad! These appear about - at THIS period - once every two weeks. Just learn to use these and not let them use you!
38. (Q) Is there any spiritual advice I need at this time? (A) The spiritual advice is innate within self. Arouse self to that, that being most helpful to others brings to self the greatest satisfaction, and most of all contentment - that "I AM a channel of blessing, THROUGH Him, to my fellow man."
39. (Q) When the body tries to meditate, how can it relax? (A) Best to lie prone, or to turn the face - as it were TOWARD the ground, and perfectly relax!
40. (Q) Is tea and coffee harmful to the body? (A) Tea is more harmful than coffee. Any nerve reaction is more susceptible to the character of tea that is usually found in this country, though in some manners in which it is produced it would be well. Coffee, taken properly, is a food; that is, WITHOUT cream or milk.
41. (Q) What exercise should I take that will help me, other than the neck? (A) Not too much exercise. You'll be exercised enough if you will take these vibrations, with the regular duties required day by day. Do not overtax self in any specific exercises, until at least there have been those proper changes in the system. Do these, as we have outlined, and we will find these conditions will disappear. There will be more aptitude, more cheeriness, more active forces within the system, and there may be builded much that will not only be helpful to self - but to others.
42. We are through for the present. Copy to Self " " File