Edgar Cayce Readings, 279-1

Time and Place: 3:20 P. M. Eastern Standard Time. ..., N.J.

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GC: You will have before you the body and the enquiring mind of [279], who is at ... Apts., #A-4, ..., N.J. You will give a physical, mental and spiritual reading for this body, giving suggestions, advice and counsel for the betterment of all of these, and you will answer the questions which he will ask.
EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind, and those conditions physical and mental as surround the body.
In the physical forces we find there are disorders that make for distresses at times IN the physical forces. Some of these are produced by the mental attitude of the body, CAUSED - however - through the nerve reaction on account of PHYSICAL conditions existent. Hence these are often termed psychopathic or neurotic in their nature. [Neurasthenia?] Were corrections made, [If corrections were made] so that there are nearer normal functionings, we would find the physical forces would be better and the mental - as manifests THROUGH the activities of the physical - BE greatly improved as to the ABILITIES; for with better facilities FOR activity, the mental and the physical MAY function the better.
We find that the BLOOD SUPPLY in itself is irregular. There are periods when there is a lack of the red blood, and a tendency towards a form of anemia by too MUCH white blood. This is MORE of a physical condition than has sometimes been determined by those that have attempted to assist this correction. In this SAME connection, we find that with the nervous depressions that come, a tendency for a quick heart action, and some have termed same as an ORGANIC condition. This, as WE find, NOT the case; rather a result of the depressions as are produced in the system through the taxations as have existed along the cerebro-spinal system.
Those applications that have been given, that are BEING given occasionally for the correction of those segmentations that show for impingements in the cerebrospinal system, are beneficial, have been and are being corrected in a proper way and manner.
We would, however, as we find, add to this by occasionally having high colonic irrigations, and a thorough rubdown after taking some baths that would bring more or a closer coordination in the eliminations through the exterior portions, or sweat glands. Not that the body should be heated so hot, but SUFFICIENTLY so that there would be a reaction through the respiratory system.
And be mindful of the diet. This would be, as we find, an outline for same - though, to be sure, may be altered as the conditions justify, or are necessary - but we should keep the eliminations high; that is, rather at an excess, as it were, until the drosses are removed from the system and there is a tendency for the cellular forces within the blood supply - and with the coordination of the nervous system - to produce a normal flow of blood through the body:
Mornings - citrus fruits, with wafers or toast, and occasionally a coddled egg; but do not mix cereals with citrus fruits, though at times this may be changed to stewed fruits, baked apple, prunes and figs, and such. These would be well for the morning. We would take, in preference to coffee, any CEREAL drink - as Ovaltine, or of rye, or of such - see?
Noon, or lunch - this should be rather light, preferably a mixed green vegetable diet, altered at times with broths or soups - as vegetable soups, see? At this meal there should be taken, or between meals, cereal drinks - as of dried milk or such, malted milk or such. These may be combined with egg or without same, and were stimuli as of spirits frumenti added with same, would be well - provided not too much, so that it does not disturb the digestive system - see?
Evenings - would be of the cooked vegetables, and with fish, chicken, mutton and beef, provided it is not in grease. Do not take too much of any fried prepared foods, that has the fried or the fats in same. Those that are boiled, stewed or broiled, may be taken very well.
These, as we find, would build for a proper correction.
We would take the colonics, in the beginning, every other week until at least four or six have been taken.
At least ONCE a week take the sweats and the THOROUGH rubdown; even salt rubs, followed with the witchhazel and olive oil, and the alcohol. These would be WELL for the body, STIMULATING the capillary circulation.
These, as we find, will bring about a much nearer normal activity in the whole physical body.
In the mental forces we find as these:
Worriments, and the conditions that arise from some of the associations of the body, or with the body, produce that that makes for worriment; and will the body EXERCISE as much mental activity without fear in its mental and spiritual life, as it does in its business associations and relations, we would find a different outlook upon life; for from within comes that that will BUILD the body, physically and mentally; for, as is given in the germ of life itself that impetus which, carrying through all the channels of a living organism, IS able to SUSTAIN life, not only in just SUSTAINING but making it worthwhile! Be not merely good; be good FOR something, physically AND mentally! That known physically in material affairs is often put to good use, especially in detail, in minutia of constructive forces. Put the mental and SPIRITUAL to activity in the same way and manner, knowing that - as in the physical attributes of man, which adds to the material things of life - the mental and spiritual put to the same application, the increase COMES through those divine forces as makes for creative and continuity of force in the same way and manner. Ready for questions.
(Q) Is my health being affected by aggravation resulting from business association with my family, and would it be advisable to make a change?
(A) In part, as has been given! This comes from those - but it's more of a PHYSICAL, else - those relationships with the family could be, and would be, made as stepping stones for BETTER things, rather than being ALLOWED to overcome and subdue the abilities! Hence separate self in the line as has been outlined, as the managerial programs that have been set in various spheres for ensamples and examples; or be, as it were, one of a SPECIALIST in the line of managerial experiences!
(Q) What is the cause of the pains over my heart?
(A) As has been outlined, from nervous conditions and from the improper coordination of the eliminating system. Hence the tendency of the body to be cold at times when others are hot, and to be hot when others find it pleasant or cool.
(Q) Why do I suffer continually from heartburn?
(A) Backing up of poisons from those conditions existent in the caecum, or in the appendicial region. With the cleansing of the colon, with the proper diet and manipulation, and with the proper stimulation to the capillary circulation, these will disappear.
(Q) Will the Forces please explain my phobias regarding the color and texture of my lips, tongue and mouth, and the cause of the occasional twitchings of the lips, mouth and tongue?
(A) As has been given. This is an improper coordination in the circulation, as related to the INTERNAL circulation and the CAPILLARY circulation. Hence that's why those added forces of the sweats, with the thorough rubs - salt, alcohol, oil and such, should be given, for the stimulation TO the circulation and to make proper coordination in nerve ends, which will bring color - when there is added the blood supply, which IS being builded, yet - as has been outlined for the diet, for the exercises, for the eliminations - these additions will hasten and make for bettered conditions with the body.
(Q) Will the business proposition broached to me very recently materialize?
(A) This may or may not; will depend a great deal upon the activities of the body itself and its reaction to those channels through which this proposition was broached.
(Q) Is it advisable for me to accept same, and will it prove a wise choice for me mentally and materially?
(A) As we find, it would; provided the physical body is in accord with the mental activities necessary to carry on.
(Q) Is it best to let this business proposal rest, or shall I try to force the issue?
(A) We would not FORCE the issue, but we would not let it lag or rest! Rather put self in that position first physically AND mentally to be able to meet or cope with, or to ADVANCE same - see? Then, as this is being accomplished, put self in the way of same being offered again - or the same proposal made both by self and from others.
We are through for the present.
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BACKGROUND

5/08/31 EC in N.Y., had dinner with his friends Mr. [417] and Mrs. [1192], and their friends, Mr. [279] and Mrs. [2261].
5/15/31 Mr. [279] verified his appointment, submitted questions, saying: "...I cannot begin to tell you how much I enjoyed meeting you and how deeply interested I am in you and your work. I hope in the near future to be able to show by actions, rather than words, my feelings... I feel as though I am embarking on a great adventure. That adventure, I feel, is the beginning of a knowledge which I have been unable to gather to date. I pray for the proper humility and understanding of what is to come..."
5/16/31 He submitted questions, including: "Are the treatments I am receiving from Dr. W. Millwood Conger [D.O.] being given properly?"

REPORTS

5/22/31 [279]'s letter to EC: "I am taking the privilege of calling you Edgar! I hope I am not out of order.
"I received the reading this morning about 11:30 and I suppose I have read it fully a half dozen times since! Being entirely a novice in the field of things spiritual and psychic, I cannot make a comparison of my feelings in connection with your reading and others, as I have had no others!
"Permit me to tell you a little of my reactions: At first, a slight feeling of awe, that you could 'diagnose' me in such a manner and mention things that many doctors seem to overlook. Next, a feeling of relief, that you mention nothing of an organic nature is wrong with me. That has been one of my greatest mental deterrents; I mean my inability to believe there is nothing organically and seriously wrong with me. I believe you are going to help me tremendously, in this respect, to say nothing of the infinite good, I pray will be forthcoming from future readings. Next, a feeling of disappointment that more specific information regarding my 'future business' connections was not forthcoming, and that the necessity for my 'physical' self, and mental to be in better attune, before tackling anything new. While disappointed somewhat - I assure you, I appreciate the soundness of that advice. Here's a prayer, that I follow it thoroughly.
"Next, I felt a feeling of something akin to helplessness; this last, due to the realization that I AM NOT able to 'exercise the mental activity without fear' in my mental and spiritual life that I do in business life. Don't you think this is somewhat due to the fact that I have complete confidence in my knowledge of the hotel business and feel that I can speak with authority on any subject relating to that business? I am imploring the divine powers to permit you to show me how to find the way in my 'mental and spiritual'..."
6/08/31 He was present for his Check Physical reading, 279-2, and additional advice about his mental and material affairs. [See subsequent readings about his health, his mental and material affairs.]
2/13/34 He requested Check Physical 279-20 saying:
"...Looking back over the past few years, Edgar, I can see where many, if not all, my symptoms were mental, or if not mental, at least 'nervous.' I used to get panicky when some of these so-called nervous spells came on me. Thank God, I am not so bad today. I do not get entirely the same symptoms, but I am physically suffering more, and apparently less mentally; that is, I am not as panicky or trembly as I used to be but, of course, I am greatly disturbed by my inability to rid myself of my symptoms and pains and aches.
"When [417] first referred me to you for a reading, I was suffering with a pain in the back which the doctors attributed to 'nerves.' You, in your reading, recommended osteopathic treatment and irrigations. Well, I improved greatly, and for a year or two felt great relief. Now those pains are back worse than ever. It's just like a knife in my back at times.
"With it all, I have been having jabbing pains in the section of my heart, which to say the least are very disturbing. I have been trying to take care of myself, and generally speaking have been eating reasonably. But somehow, I cannot rid myself of the 'soreness' from the spinal area, starting at the cervicals to the 5th dorsal, and also the lumbar region. Possibly adding to my distress recently has been an ache in my legs, around the calf and lower, along with my backache and those jabbing pains. Topping all that is my rapid heart, and there you have pretty nearly the whole picture... My doctor still tells me my condition is purely a functional disorder and NOT organic. I am praying that the reading can tell me what to do to get rid of the sharp pains which have bothered me so much more lately than before..."
2/17/34 See his Check Physical reading, 279-20.
5/26/31 Dr. Millwood Conger's [D.O.] letter to EC:
"...In connection with your work for humanity I will be glad to cooperate with you, should you have anyone coming to our city. I will assure you that I will do my utmost to follow the direction of your readings to the letter in any case you may refer to me; hence, you will be working in a positive atmosphere. Over twenty years of practice has convinced me of the marked inhibiting effect a negative atmosphere has upon the successful treatment of any condition. Hence, you can expect from me a literal acquiescence in the details of your readings in every case, as I am only too glad to get this assistance from the spiritual source. My mind is absolutely liquid, ready and willing to conform to truth as truth unfolds to me in practice. Thanking you for any assistance you can and may give me for the solution of any problem or case, with which I may be confronted from time to time, and with kindest regards wishing you the infinite degree of health, happiness, success and long life..."