This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Va. Beach, Va., this 15th day of June, 1932, in accordance with request made by his mother - Mrs. [959], Active Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mildred Davis.

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1. EC: Yes, we have the body and those conditions that surround the body. This we have had before. Now, we find there are changes in the physical forces of the body. Some may be said to be on the improve. Others, while outward appearance would indicate at times even a retardment - but the bases of that which may be applied for the body are on the improve. While there will be stages when there will be apparent retroreactive forces; that is, there will appear to be more severe tendency to jerk, to have spasmodic reactions in the first portion of these changes yet the whole condition, and the reactions that will come to the sensory system, in the abilities to make for better coordination and cooperative forces in the system with the sensory and cerebrospinal system, will result from same.
2. These are the conditions, then, as we find at this time, [146] we are speaking of:
3. There is the tendency for the connections in the cerebro-spinal and sympathetic system to show some inflammation, making a fullness in the upper dorsal and cervical regions - even to where there shows, or will show periods when there is tautness in this particular region, and a tendency first of white about the lips, head, ears, then even showing a discoloration - purple or blue. These should not be alarming; while they must necessarily be to some, but these are from pressures that will be changed in the system.
4. The abilities to make for coordinations are gradually being improved. There is more response in the body, and there will be the greater ability for the body to use the faculties of the sensory system. More response will come in the auditory forces, more abilities for coordination of speech. There is better understanding, or better ability to CORRELATE, to remember to CARRY ON the activities of the system.
5. We would, then, keep those vibrations that have been given in the appliance for extremities - Radio-Active.
6. We would also use, instead of the osteopathic adjustments in the present (while these Radio-Active and magnetic forces are to be given), the electrical]y driven vibrator along the cerebro-spinal system when the body is ready to retire in the evening - see? We would apply especially from the 11th and 12th dorsal to the base of the brain, taking at least ten to fifteen minutes to give the treatment, making a SPECIFIC treatment in the upper dorsal and lower portion of the cervical region. This will make the body rest better. While there will be periods when there will be crying out in the evenings, but this may be quieted by speaking to and laying the hands on the body, especially at the base of brain and on the neck.
7. We would give each day, between the hours of eleven-thirty and twelve, the magnetic treatment; placing the right hand on the 3rd and 4th dorsal center (this the lower portion, and part of the cardiac plexus), and the left hand across the lower portion of the LIVER and caecum area - see? The left hand may be moved in a ROTARY motion over that portion of the body, while the right hand would be kept still. This should be applied directly to the BODY itself, and should be from twenty-five to forty-five minutes each day.
8. Be mindful that the diet is well balanced, and watch that there is little or no regurgitation or belching from the foods that are given with such treatments. These would be the manner of diet we would give in the present, or while these applications are being made:
9. Mornings - citrus fruit juices, preferably oranges, grapefruit, lemon. Even those taken preserved or canned, for these will be well for the body. Follow this with the scrambled or boiled yolk of egg, with dry toast, a little milk or cereal drink.
10. Noons - preferably a green vegetable salad, alternated with fruit juices - or followed with fruit juices, or nut and fruit salads and the like, with a little milk - not too strong nor too rich, but that which will make for a balancing of the diet, that is replenishing and rebuilding.
11. Evenings - well cooked vegetables, and occasionally broiled chicken or that prepared without grease, mutton or the like. Fish may be given occasionally. Not any heavy, or other character of meats.
12. In this way and manner we will find we will bring about much bettered conditions for this body, [146]. Be patient; be mindful that there is plenty of outdoor exercise, but not during the middle of the day.
13. Ready for questions.
14. (Q) Did the trip home help [146]?
    (A) Changed the outlook, and beneficial to the body.
15. (Q) Is it best for him to remain in Mrs. Pope's care, or should he be home?
    (A) For the time, we would keep in Mrs. Pope's care.
16. (Q) Should osteopathic treatments be continued this summer?
    (A) We would discontinue the osteopathic treatments and use the electrically driven vibrator each evening.
17. (Q) Should he have Mayblossom Bitters? If so, how?
    (A) Leave these off for the present, unless the attacks become VERY severe. These, as we understand, as has been given, will apparently come at periods, and there will be some nausea - but these will pass away in eight to ten days.
18. (Q) In giving the magnetic treatments, how many times should meditation be repeated?
    (A) Until there is at least the well set idea in the mind of the one applying same, and the body itself. Well to have the body repeat WITH - This may be brought about - saying in so many words!
19. (Q) Will stiff, clumsy attitude ever leave this body?
    (A) It will!
20. (Q) How may this end be helped?
    (A) Do as we are giving.
21. (Q) Teachers in Rosehill School thought [146] had slight attacks of epilepsy once in Feb. and once in March. Please tell me if it was any form of epilepsy, or if he has ever had any form of epilepsy.
    (A) Not TRUE epilepsy. Rather that of impairment, and impingements, in the cerebro-spinal system, that is affected by those conditions from the cardiac plexus and in the caecum area, that may be aided most (that is, since these have been loosened - not before) by the magnetic treatments.
22. (Q) Has his reasoning power improved in past two months?
    (A) Improved. His abilities to retain, his abilities to concentrate.
23. (Q) Are there improvements in the body that are not visible?
    (A) As has been given, the basis and the general conditions are on the improve. Keep these up. Be faithful. Be consistent. Be persistent.
24. (Q) Why does he pick at the skin on one thumb?
    (A) Nervousness, and following the examples of some that he has seen about him. These should disappear; not by scolding about same, but giving him something else to do instead!
25. (Q) Why does he "slump" when sitting in chair?
    (A) The pressure on the cerebro-spinal makes for those conditions that make it EASIER on the spinal column itself. These will gradually be aided by the vibrations, and those from the electrically driven forces, as well as the activities from the muscular forces, as the applications outlined are made.
26. (Q) Has he made any more effort to talk?
    (A) Occasionally.
27. (Q) Any further advice for this body?
    (A) Do as we have outlined.
28. We are through with this reading.

    Copy to Mother
    Copy to Mrs. Pope
    Copy to Cayce file
    Copy to Ass'n file

BACKGROUND

1. 12/09/31 Mother obtained Ck. Physical Rdg. 146-7 for her retarded son.
2. 6/11/32 She submitted further questions.

REPORTS

1. 8/17/32 Prayer Group Rdg. 281-10, Par. 7-A advised [146]'s mother that what is being done will aid, if there will be held that which makes for Creative Forces in the life of the one to be helped, aided.
2. 8/30/32 His mother, Mrs. [959], wrote: "It seems a natural thing to tell you my troubles, for I feel you have helped and made my burdens lighter, by giving that HOPE that is so buoyant."
3. 10/18/32 She wrote: "[146] seems at a period of rest now, with no gain or loss that is noticeable... I hope the Study Group will hold him in prayer and meditation and that we will soon see greater results than ever before."
4. 11/18/32 Mrs. Anne M. Pope wrote from Rosehill School: "Several days ago I wrote Mrs. [959] that I would send my envelopes to the Prayer Group as soon as I finished writing to her, but was interrupted - and yesterday was in the Osteopathic Hospital in Phila. with two of my boys who had tonsils removed and will go back again today. You see how 16 children can keep me busy. When I am away all day like that I cannot take [146] at 11:30 and there is no one here in sympathy that could do it. I try to have a little meditation at that time for him if I can be quiet wherever I am but it is impossible to lay on hands, of course...
   "My impressions of [146]'s condition are that he 'takes in' most of what I say and there is always a jerking of the head (slight) that makes me think that the body is trying to adjust itself to the commands of the mind, as nearly every rdg. has explained about those jerkings, but the body does not respond through the obedience of the voice to cooperate. Lately I have tried silent suggestion by thinking of a word I want him to say (like tie or belt), to see if he gets the thought by touching the article if he will not speak the word. He did touch his tie and I went on to belt, but his attention was diverted to something in another room and there was no result with that word. In my mind there is a barrier in the brain of stubbornness that I have tried to break down by reiterating that he is God's child, mentioning all the words of good and stressing willingness to do God's will in SPEAKING, saying, telling things and obeying God's commands to USE his vocal organs which are perfect through the Christ consciousness in him. In the ck. rdg. could a question or questions be asked about the stubbornness and how it may be overcome or adjusted to get [146] to realize that handicap? That is what is keeping him from speaking words, as his vocal organs are perfect - as he is demonstrating right now upstairs by yelling as loudly as anyone could in a fit of temper about something. He is out here where I can find out what it is about. He was at one of his old tricks of trying to kick the children and of course was being restrained by one of the teachers. He sure does look well and is in perfect health physically.
   "Will enclose the envelopes and ask your sec'ty to give them to the Prayer Group asking them to pray for Rosehill School in all its functions and for peace and harmony among the teachers and help. We do have harmony but want to continue it."
5. 11/28/32 EC wrote Mrs. Pope: "I do appreciate yours of the 18th. We realize just how busy you are kept, and what a proposition it is to undertake to give some definite time to one individual, but we are so very anxious to meet this situation in much the same manner that we are having reports (and must be getting results) in so many other cases. From the results we are persuaded that the magnetic treatments which have been suggested for [146] will be so very effectual in his condition, and we are wondering if we could not in some manner get a little time each evening - possibly at our 5:45 P. M. meditation - for you to give ten or fifteen minutes to this treatment for [146]. This has been so very effectual in so many cases, if it is at all possible we would like to try it for about a few weeks; hence the information that I would like for you to ask about the conditions as you see them at present, and just what you would like to know about how this should be carried on and what might be expected in response to your efforts in that direction.
   "The time that you have given and are giving in this matter of suggestion is no doubt having its effect, even though you may be unaware of a great deal of results just at present. From our experiences here, and from the reports we get, I am sure this stubbornness might be entirely eradicated. As an illustration: We have a correspondent, a man and his family who have grown to be very dear to us, though we have never met them in person. He is a doctor in ..., Ill., who has a boy (or a young man 21 [2155] years old) who has been a sufferer all his life. The case has been pronounced epilepsy, and - as you no doubt know, in most cases - he is very strong physically, but has the mind of a 3 or 4 year old child. They have had a great deal of trouble with his officiousness, and with such strength he at times becomes almost unmanageable. In the reading it was suggested that he have this laying on of hands, or it is now called (for it is being taught in one of the medical schools in Baltimore) a scientific MAGNETIC treatment. Well, just to give you an idea, here is the report from the father received last Saturday: 'Our boy is a new creature. The surliness and stubbornness has gradually disappeared. He astonishes us often now with the things we realize he is gathering from our conversation when we are around him.'
   "So, I feel that if it is possible to carry out this treatment for [146], we could get wonderful results. I think you could make those questions cover practically everything; to be sure, the one about the stubbornness should be a definite question.
   "I certainly appreciate your contribution to the work of the group. I am sure that you will have the cooperation of everyone on the group in prayer and meditation for your work there. We appreciate the work you are doing, and the efforts that it requires. We hope we are not asking too much about this afternoon work; tell us just the situation and we will see what can be done. Be sure to make a list of questions, as we want to get a check on this very soon.
   "Thanking you for your cooperation, and with kindest personal regards and best wishes and love from all, I am" Sincerely,
   P.S.: "Someone in N.Y. asked about your school; they are considering changing their little boy [758], and are wondering if you could take another child. He is not deaf and dumb, but has been a very backward child, and has had some very unusual experiences. Should you hear from Mr. [417] (the father of [758]), let me know. We will be glad to give you the history of the case as we know it. We have given information for him for two years, and he is more than a hundred percent better than he was when they began. It is another case of where love will do wonders, while discipline (as we ordinarily know it) does little; but loving discipline would be wonderful." EC.
6. 2/09/33 Mrs. [959] wrote: "I feel that [146] is being benefitted. I have always thought personal contact is what he needs as much as anything and he is getting more of it since Mrs. Pope is giving him special care during the periods of meditation."
7. 5/24/33 See Prayer Group rdg. 281-17, Par. 14-A giving prayer to use while giving the magnetic treatments for [146]; Par. 15-A message for Rosehill School; Par. 16-A message for Mrs. Anne M. Pope.
8. 6/05/33 Mrs. [959] wrote: "Mrs. Pope has been very ill in hospital and the day she was at her worst was the day the rdg. 281-17 was given which contained the special message to her. She was very much awed at the incident."
9. 6/20/33 Mrs. [959] wrote: "I feel so thankful Mrs. Pope is better. I felt anxious about her. She wrote the Study Group about [146]; says he is saying the words that he knows more than he used to. That is encouraging, I think."
10. 7/10/33 Mrs. Anne M. Pope wrote: "I wanted to write you weeks ago to thank you for the message you sent me, also the one for Rosehill School, but the one for me made such a deep impression - as you rec'd it [281-17 Par. 16-A] the very day I was low in the hospital. From that day I started to improve. I expect to be well and whole through the power of the living God, in body, mind and spirit.
    "You and all who are associated with you are surely bringing blessings to those who are seeking the Truth, and I know the Father is blessing you all. As I wrote to the Norfolk Study Group #1, I had to turn [146] over to my nephew Robert Chambers and he has to hold his meditation for him at night but I think [146] is doing more for him than he did for me. Robert is DEEPLY interested in spiritual study and I hope he will come with me to meet you."
11. 8/11/33 Mrs. [959] wrote that she and Mrs. Pope wanted a ck. rdg. for [146]: "[146] is just as hearty looking as can be, and I think very quiet. He seems less nervous than I have ever seen him. Of course just being with him for a day I could not get over the state of timidity that naturally exists from so long a separation. He is not jerking any to amount to anything, and is taking no medicine at all. He seems a little rigid, but not so much as before. He makes no effort to talk, though Mrs. Pope says he tries to do everything else that she tells him to do."
12. 8/29/33 Mother wrote: "When I think of how much better [146] is than he was at the beginning, I feel very much ashamed at my impatience."
13. 9/13/33 EC gave Ck. Physical Rdg. 146-9.

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