Edgar Cayce Readings, 270-33

(Body and enquiring mind - Questions concerning health, mental and material affairs)

TEXT

EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind, [270]. Ready for questions.
(Q) In what physical condition do you find my body?
(A) This, as we find, can best be determined by making a comparison with those conditions that we found when we last had the body here. In this manner, then, we find there are improvements in many directions. There is a much better reaction in the circulation. While there have been and still are some conditions that need to be carried on in such a manner as to KEEP a better equal balance, we find the general condition MUCH improved.
(Q) Should I continue taking the Animated Ash and Atomidine in the manner given?
(A) These we would continue to take occasionally. There might be longer periods BETWEEN the periods of taking the properties, but these - as we find - are still helpful in making for the proper balance in the physical functioning of the system.
(Q) Are the massage and light treatments administered correctly and at proper intervals?
(A) We find the massages are very good, and the intervals are about right. As we find, the ultra-violet - or the quartz lights are more preferable than the Sun light, when the light treatments are given. There is a DEEPER therapy in the ultra-violet, than from the Sun light.
(Q) Should the Finnish baths be continued?
(A) Only occasionally. Take these whenever there is the tendency for superacidity or languidness in any way; they will be most helpful.
(Q) Is the condition in the mucous membranes of the head clearing up satisfactorily?
(A) This is clearing up. While those activities or the hormones in the circulation do not flow as readily or as nominally as they might, the lymph or emunctory circulation is greatly improved; and, as we find, the deeper therapy light will be most beneficial in this direction - and with this it would be clearing up properly, as we find.
(Q) Is my system in an alkalin or acid condition, and what foods will provide proper balance?
(A) There have been the tendencies towards an acidity, and especially from those conditions that have been described in times before as to the leakages in the intestinal tract, in the thinned walls, and those tendencies for the circulation to carry this in an improper way and manner for the eliminations; producing the rash and those conditions - which tendency has existed for some time. [Psoriasis tendency?] Hence there is the NATURAL tendency for the body to react to acids. While in the present we have this tendency, as we find, there is a much better balance than has been indicated here before. And there should be, as we have maintained for this body and for others, a tendency towards more of the alkalin-reacting foods; for when there is the tendency towards an alkalin system there is less effect of cold and congestion. Adhere to the alkalin reacting diets, that may be had from vegetables; and at least one meal, or one period each day, or at least two or three days apart, have those wholly raw. Have less of the sweets, or not too great a quantity. Naturally, there should be sweets that tend to make for the proper distribution of sugar for the system, for sugars - to be sure - supply not only heat but also the proper balance for proper fermentation, as do starches; but if these arise more from fruits and vegetables rather than the addition of cane sugar into the body, it will be much the better, for then less acidity arises from same. To be sure, there should be sufficient of starch and of the alkalin reactions to produce proper fermentation, or the proper character of the alcohol that is so necessary in the preserving the calorie content, in a manner; though the calories may be made too high, but the activity of the necessary vital forces that act with the hemoglobin and in the urea of the blood itself. Hence an alkalin diet, as has been indicated - or as may be indicated from charts of same, would be the correct way and manner. Do not have overeating at any time. Keep a well-balance. And, as some have very much commented on or maintained, if meats are to be taken in any quantity don't eat a lot of starch with same; if there's to be a lot of sweets taken, don't eat a lot of starch or proteins either with it; but keep them well-balanced. See?
(Q) Is the treatment of teeth and other dental work performed satisfactory?
(A) This is very good.
(Q) Why do I feel a lack of the faculty for mental concentration?
(A) This is rather the lack of the necessary forces or elements that may be said to be for procreative influences within the body itself. It is the lack, then, of the functionings of the glands in relation to the pineal, the lyden [Leydig], the adrenal and their combinations with same. Hence, as indicated, it would be necessary for those additions of those factors that make for the balancing of the potash and iodine for the system - or the atomic iodine - to be continued. These are just factors in the changes that come in everybody. The manner of mental efficiency or training through concentration may be had as well in the meditative forces, or greater in the meditative forces than in any manner that may come for a body building from concentration. This, then, is where those activities of spiritual or SOUL forces activate with that in the MENTAL process of a physical body; and are as conditions that are so necessary for the balances when there are the UNION of forces for creating that which may become a living soul in the activity in the earth. And if these factors were more in activity and in their essence when there are those unions, where there may come that procreative activity, how much greater would be the offspring in a given period! This is one among the many conditions where an All-Wise Providence keeps a balance, in that - as ordinarily termed - the poor have all the children!
(Q) Has nervous intensity devitalized the thinking brain cells?
(A) Rather as indicated. Then, to overcome, as has been indicated, MEDITATE! Meditation means entering into the SPIRITUAL vitalization of the energies of the system, by RAISING those forces through the very activities of procreative actions. Read MEDITATION [A.R.E. paper which later became 1st chapter in A SEARCH FOR GOD, Book I.], and apply it - PRACTICALLY - the experience of self!
(Q) Please guide me with information that will enable me to become of greater service to my fellow man.
(A) There's none better than we have given, and as may be followed by that which may be brought to the awareness of self through the PRACTICAL application of those meditative forces that come by setting aside a definite time, a period during each day's activity when there will be the purifying of the body, as in accord with that which would make for consecrating of self in all of its efforts, all of its abilities, and entering into the holy of holies within self for that talk with thy God within thyself. These efforts on the part of any soul will bring those things that make for the greater peace and happiness and the abilities to meet those emergencies of every nature that arise within the physical and mental bodies of a living body. For then the God-forces that are the creative energies of the soul-mind will become the ruling forces in the life and in its activity in same; making for those abilities wherein any soul, any entity, may become the greater service, the greater factor in its associations with its fellow man. It is not how much one knows that counts, but how well one applies that it knows; in just being, doing, thinking, that which is pointed out to self through such constant, consistent, PRACTICAL dependence upon the Creative Forces that have promised ever to meet one - every one - when sought. And there will come that which is for the greater development in the soul forces of such an one that seeks.
(Q) Would the health of my wife [4794] be improved if our residence was moved to the peninsula?
(A) So far as the health itself, or body, is concerned, not a great deal of change. So far as the temperament, this might be different - for a while at least.
(Q) Why has our marriage been childless?
(A) Each lacking in that factor at the proper period of experience for the necessary activities to bring about such; where it may be said procrastination - or waiting for a convenient season - has carried OVER, or out, that which might have been a blessing to each.
(Q) Will I be a father by this or another marriage?
(A) This, to be sure, depends upon a great deal the decisions on the part of each. No better way may be found than that which has been indicated, the channel through which self should become aware of being directed by that influence or force from which SUCH sources of life itself MUST emanate.
(Q) Astrologically and in the field of activity, will the influence of Mercury, Jupiter, Venus and Uranus be manifested more in my life during the year 1935 than previously?
(A) This is rather a broad field. As indicated and shown from time to time by the influences of the astrological sojourns of an entity in such and such environs, these come about as the junction of the activity of the sojourns come into their position of the greater influence upon those beings in the earth who have been indwellers or sojourners in that environment. Now, as we find from the astrological aspects of these that have been named, or from the sojourns in which the entity has received those influences that are as urges, such indications are just as urges; not that they WILL happen! And what has just been said? It is not how much you know, but what you do about what you DO know that counts!
Jupiter, as indicated, has been for some seasons in a retrogression to many sojourners. Beginning with April or May of the coming year, lasting now for the next two or three years, it should be rather in a position of BENEVOLENTLY influencing; as indicated by many of the activities of those who are in authority in high places, not only in America but throughout the world. However, as we find in some instances - well, we will leave this out here - In some few we will find there will be retrogression, as there would be in England from the ruler there, for it will bring periods of illness. [See 270-33, Par. R1, R2.]
In this body itself, as we find, there should be those periods in this present year when, with the proper application of that urge from Jupiter as to its HUMANITARIAN instincts to the masses, and with those abilities and with the seeking of those influences as indicated through the MENTAL abilities of this particular entity, there should be brought not only more of that which is well-pleasing but that which is more beneficent and beneficial; PROVIDED (as everything must have a provision with same, if it's worth while, or else there is no choice, see) - provided these are used constructively to the soul or spiritual influences, rather than to the aggrandizing of self's own body-mind.
(Q) Does this indicate a period of spiritual refinement and material progress?
(A) This is indicated, as just outlined; but it depends upon the application. These should be beneficent in the experience of this entity, if they are used aright. Everyone then turns to the question, "Well, how do I know when I'm using them right?" Turn to that which is the Giver; for, as has been said, "By faith are ye saved, and that not of yourself - but it is the gift of God." So in the urges that have been builded by any entity, or by this, and with the knowledge of how those influences or forces may be entered into, let those decisions be in HIM rather than "Well, I would like to do this and like to do that, and I will do this and WILL do that, irrespective of what happens." The more often under such decisions we find that there comes turmoils and strifes, bickering and hankering and those conditions - even longings; and then we begin to condemn the good that we thought we were doing, or claimed we have done. When anyone claims he is good, watch out!
(Q) Will the work I now handle be transferred to another department this year?
(A) We do not find it being transferred this year. If so, it will be in October.
(Q) Will the proposed unification of those companies in the written communication industry materialize this year?
(A) This apparently may be materialized this year. August to September will be the periods when this is most apt to happen.
(Q) Will the code as imposed under the N.R.A. abrogate the working agreement existing between the Western Union and the Employees' association?
(A) The codes will all be altered, you see, in the supervision and the activities, and there will be a restoration - as we find - of the monetary angle for the employees of the Western Union in particular.
(Q) Will this code require all employees in Western Union service to accept a wage adjustment and reauction?
(A) Haven't we just given it!
(Q) Will the Telegraph Company's business show a normal increase this year?
(A) It will, and something above normal.
(Q) Will full reimbursement be received -
(A) (Interrupting) As given, adjustment will be made; a restoration to the former conditions, you see, and former status of each.
(Q) In the Nevada mine investment, will full reimbursement be received this year?
(A) About seventy-five percent of same.
(Q) Will the property at 2314 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, be sold before May 1935?
(A) As we find, this should be about the 27th of April, or between that and the 27th of May. If it's not, there will be a change that will be satisfactory in holding.
(Q) If not, will holder of the loan renew the mortgage when due?
(A) As given, if it isn't it will be no trouble in holding.
(Q) Should the amount of this be increased to pay arrear taxes?
(A) Unless there's going to be some developments in same not necessary, but with these changes - as we find - these will all be cared for.
(Q) Is there a personal thought you could import to me for my benefit at this time?
(A) Keep in self that which has been indicated is the manner of the development. Meditate upon this. Give it a place in thine own daily activity. Not as to becoming curious and questioning, for thy bickerings with others for not seeing in thine own light. For each individual views from his own range of perspective view. Find not fault with those on the rungs of the ladder either below or above, but give of thy best self to aid, instruct, or to help in any manner those either above or below. And thou wilt find, as He has given, "If ye will be my children, I will be thy God." And, "When ye call I will hear" will come to mean much more in thine own experience.
That is all the questions.
We are through for the present.
[1/24/35 GD sent paper on MEDITATION under separate cover. She wrote: "See enclosed list of ALKALIN-REACTING FOODS, of which your diet should principally consist."]

BACKGROUND

6/12/34 He obtained 270-32.
1/19/35 He submitted questions.

REPORTS

1/24/35 See prophecy in 270-33, Par. 15-A, in re King George V.
11/18/69 GD Xeroxed this paragraph from Encyclopedia Britannica in re King George V:
In May 1935, 25 years after accession, King George celebrated a Silver Jubilee which was marked by unforgettably enthusiastic expression of affectionate loyalty of his subjects. Despite medical advice, King George insisted on wintering in England and on January 20, 1936, he succumbed at Sandringham to a chill. He was buried with his parents at St. George's Chapel, Windsor, and six kings attended the obsequies - Great Britain, Rumania, Denmark, Norway, Bulgaria and Belgium. His coffin was made by the village carpenter at Sandringham. At his funeral, the crowds were greater than any that ever gathered in the streets of London.
2/16/35 Mr. [270] wrote: "I regard the rdg. as most satisfactory; in fact great strides have been made in the past 10 yrs. Each one opens an avenue of thought that surely is interesting. The inference in [270-33, Par. 15-A] is puzzling. Is this feature sufficiently important in your estimation to warrant further inquiry? Not that I am particularly interested in the King of England, but rather the connection.
"I have read the manuscript on Meditation many times before and since the rdg. more so, and I am endeavoring to practice it with the thought of mental improvement.
"Will you please schedule me for a rdg. on June 24th?...
"Personally, I like the sort of rdgs. that have been coming the last yr. or so. They are enlightening and serve as a very good guide for everyday use. In the next rdg. will want to know more about the pineal, lyden [Leydig] and adrenal glands, because I have felt in my own mind that these were the seat of much physical disorder.
"Anyway, until then I trust you will keep me on the mailing list, and may I presume to always be an Active Member of the Association."
2/26/35 EC wrote: "If we do get anything further on England we will let you know...We have considerable data about the glands... I will ask Hugh Lynn to gather some information on them for you."
8/01/35 He obtained 270-34.
2/03/75 Letter to L. H. Tateosian, 209 Reynolds Mill, York, Pa. from Robert Clapp: "...In answer to your question about the meaning of 'The poor have all the children', I'm sending you a copy of the complete reading for 270-33 so that you can arrive at your own conclusions. You'll note in questions ten and eleven that Mr. [270] is encouraged to meditate and to talk with the God within himself and to become dependent upon creative forces in his life.
"In question 13 he asks about their childless marriage and the answer seems to be that they have planned and procrastinated so carefully that they may be out of luck, but then again in answer 14 he refers again to meditation as a means through which an individual can become a channel directed by the Ultimate Source. With this background, if we look again at question and answer 9, he also speaks about meditation as a means of improving the ability to concentrate and further says that in the activities of procreation if individuals had attuned themselves through meditation 'how much greater would be the offspring in a given period'. Then follows 'since the poor have all the children' (and we can assume in ignorance of any spiritual attunement), God has provided that a small number of individuals who meditate and are spiritually aware will bring into the earth offspring that will further His work. This is my interpretation of what Mr. Cayce is driving at. Perhaps you can come up with something equally as valid."