Edgar Cayce Readings, 279-12

Time and Place: 11:25 A. M. Eastern Standard Time. Apt. ..., ..., N.Y.

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GC: You will have before you the body and the enquiring mind of [279], who is in Apt. ... of the Hotel ..., ... St., New York City. You will answer the questions which this body has submitted concerning his health, after which you will answer his questions as to his mental and material affairs.
EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind, [279] - this we have had before; also those conditions as SURROUND the body, physically, mentally, and materially.
In the physical conditions of the body we find in many respects the body is very good. Those tendencies toward the over acidity of the system are a natural hindrance, in that they create the tendencies towards anemia.
That the activities of those things taken for cleansing and absorbing poisons in the system do not act as readily as formerly, is a result rather of mental worries, and of the system or body taking on properties that tend to make more acid in the gastric forces of the physical body.
We would keep those adjustments or treatments occasionally; two, three, four times each month should be sufficient, are [if] precautions [are] taken as respecting the diet.
At least once a month, oftener if necessary, we would have a thorough cleansing of the colon with the irrigations. Following such, after a short period of rest, we would have a thorough massage; not an osteopathic treatment, but a massage of the body, that - WITH the other properties and the diet, the whole of the internal and superficial or external circulation is enlivened by the massage, or masseuse, as will be given following a cleansing of the system.
In this manner will we keep the whole general system in a state of nominal or normal activity, thus bringing the whole system's action to a nearer normal functioning.
There needs be no worries of the body as respecting an over-activity in heart or digestive forces, provided these conditions are adhered to; nor should there be any worriment as respecting the blood supply becoming so deficient as to become alarming in any respect, will [if] the system respond - and it will, will [if] these be adhered to; but to over stimulate the digestive system by an over quantity of any properties - either in food or drink, that produces enough activity in a system that is tending towards acidity - then we may expect a response easily in a direction where TENDENCIES are already manifesting themselves.
Keep in the open, in the exercise as is consistent with the activities physical of the body. Keep the mental forces in that direction as is well known to the body, that emergencies or conditions of a nature that tend to make for discouragements have arisen, do arise, in the activities of the body, should make for STRENGTH; not for discouragement; remembering that he that is worthy of being tempted is worthy also of a crown. It is rather the non-entity, one that is as nil, that is as a mere spoke in a wheel, than the hub or the felloe [felly] - that is tried, and that as individuals use that they have in hand there is given an understanding of those things that will make for bigger, better, more worth while things in the life.
In the material affairs of the entity, as we find, for the present - and for the immediate needs - those associations or connections that are already established would be well for consideration, in the present, and there would be well, that while the abilities should not be DIVIDED too much, but that the associations with the refrigeration program should be considered also.
As for associations in hotel connections, this - as has been given is a matter, a condition, an experience, in which the entity must exercise ITS OWN prerogative; for with the will self being dominated by another, or another influence than self, self becomes rather the spoke that is turned about whithersoever the felloe, or the rim, would have that spoke go. Be rather one that uses all the abilities in a manner that will make for the exercising of self's abilities, self's talents, in its associations and connections.
As we find, will there be [if there will be] the immediate attempt of the body to work or exercise its associations, its connections, in these directions, there would come with the efforts those needs for the immediate emergencies in the financial status of the body. Be not afraid of self's abilities. Do not condemn self, neither pity self, for that that has ALREADY happened in the experience of self. Rather use those experiences, those associations, those connections, as stepping-stones for bigger, better, more satisfactory associations and connections; remembering ever, as has been given, to keep the heart right, keep the desire - even of the imaginative forces of the body - in the attune with those spiritual abilities that are of the entity's own understanding, in such a way that, "He that LOVES the Lord shall NOT want; neither shall HIS seed beg bread!"
Keep, then, not as one that would exalt self; rather he that would be the greatest, he would be the servant of all! Keep the heart singing. Keep the light BEFORE thee. FACE EVERY emergency, and the shadows and the doubts will fall farther and farther behind. Ready for questions.
(Q) Did the suggestion referred to as an association mean the Pittsburgh Chemical Co?
(A) Those, as well as others. There are other propositions, as has been given. Keep self rather in the position, that self will be open for propositions in the spring, and in the times to come; yet making use in the present of those associations and those connections - see?
(Q) Shall I try to remain in the hotel business?
(A) How would he remain in the hotel business and keep with these other associations? That, as has been given, must be from its OWN prerogative or desire. Take stock of self, of self's conditions, self's associations, self's surroundings, and face the issues - and without a flinch; knowing that, as ye do His bidding, so will it be shown thee from day to day the way to go.
We are through for the present.

BACKGROUND

See 279-11 on 11/04/31 and subsequent Reports.
12/08/31 He wrote he had resigned from his position as Manager of ... Hotel and was now seeking employment: [See detailed questions under 279-11 Reports.] "Do I have any kidney condition which needs attention? What can be done to get rid of the lesions in my neck? Also in the 2nd to 7th dorsal region? Is Dr. Sydney M. Kanev [D.O.], who is now administering the manipulations, giving proper treatment? Any suggestion for his treatment? Are the electrical treatments he is giving beneficial? Why has the psyllium seed the last several days failed to produce the same results as it has in the past? Any suggestions for the betterment of the health of this body? [See previous health rdgs. for his condition of neurasthenia.]
"Should I continue negotiations with [257] and associates to sell for the Pittsburgh Chemical Co.? Will I be Successful in this business? Should I try to remain in the hotel business?"

REPORTS

12/14/31 EC's letter:
Dear [279]:-
Yours of the 8th received, and you no doubt already have the information gotten at the appointed time. I was surprised to hear that they had already done such things to you, yet I can't say it was wholly unexpected. I was possibly hoping, for your sake, against what seemed to be an inevitable situation unless you did appeal to higher sources. Let's just hope, [279], you don't become discouraged or disheartened, and you keep your head up and face the light always; then you will not see so much of the shadows. I know this is rather peculiar advice from someone who is so easily discouraged at times, as I am, and one who hollers when the least little thing goes away, but you have ability, you have talent, you have your health, you have a wonderful wife and boy, and most of all you have a HIGH IDEAL of life - which makes for the greatest incentive that can possibly be in ANYONE'S experience. Your associations and connections are not to be ABUSED at this time, but you ARE to use them in a consistent way and manner. I am hoping that in the very near future you will see things open up in a way and manner that will be most satisfactory to you in every way. Don't forget that the latch string is always on the outside here.
I have had many things to think about since I was in New York. I just hope we were not too great a burden to you. I know that some of the things that happened crystallized, or brought about many things that have been in the mind of some of these for some time, but may the Lord forgive them - for they know not what they do! [See EC rdg. on the Work, 254-60, etc.] [N.Y. arrest on 11/7th.]
Let us hear from you when you have the opportunity. I'm just hoping the information in some way assists you seeing all of the situation in a clearer way and manner. know that we are always anxious and glad to try to be of service. Please do not hesitate at any time to let us know when it might be possible for us to help in any manner.
All here send love and the Season's Greetings to you and yours. We are up and (we hope) DOING!
Ever the same, EC:GD
12/16/31 Mr. [279]'s letter to EC:
My Dear Edgar,
I just received your letter - following the reading - and I hasten to answer. I have wanted to write you for sometime! I have SO MUCH to say - I think it would almost pay me to take a trip to Virginia Beach to have a good long chat with you. However - with the many things I have on "tap" - I guess I'll have to stick around here awhile. First of all - DON'T you DARE to think that you had anything to do with my status at the [hotel]. That is - by the trouble you so unfortunately had - while here last. It had nothing at all to do with my resignation. I could feel that this thing was coming Edgar - and I was trying to read out of the information, some manner or means of having it ironed out. In the light of what has transpired the last few days - I think I can see why the readings always said "If the body DESIRES" - in answer to my queries whether I were to remain. Can't you see that through it all - by my asking those questions continually - I KNEW, though it may have been sort of sub-consciously, that it was not the thing for me!
When I wrote for the reading I was "in the depths" for the time being, and I'm afraid my depression was felt by you - through your keen understanding and sympathy. There were certain things bothering me, at the time, and I suppose I just didn't tackle them with the proper understanding. That's where I feel the readings have done me such a world of good. In the past few days there have been certain developments whereby I am certain that I will come out on top - and that top will be a HIGH TOP - although I am not needing any money at the minute. It is entirely too long to write in detail but here is the substance of it. It looks [copied into 3861-4 Reports.] like Mr. [3861] has something in mind for me - as he has resigned from his companies - which you will recall, he mentioned in the readings. At the same time, I leave him interested to help me establish an agency, here in New York, for Dave Kahn's Chemical company. I may even take Mr. [3861]'s son in with me on that. I am convinced that there is actually a fortune it it, in a short period of time, if it goes through as I plan - AND I THINK IT WILL!!! I have been waiting to see Dave Kahn - he has been out of town on business for the last ten days, only being home last Saturday to Sunday. He told me he spoke to you on the phone Saturday - and that you were well. Edgar, let me impress this upon you, please!! I feel certain it will not be long, before I am, as the saying goes, "in the money, again." Now - then, I think the bond of affection and love between us permits me to say this to you. After the unbelievable incident here in New York - you were not yourself, at all. I am sure I understand what YOUR difficulty is. I know how keenly you feel the shortcomings of your many "patients" as far as their material acknowledgement to you of their gratefulness is concerned. I know that the fact you have nothing to show for it in a material way, must be a terrible strain on you. I have felt for the past few months that these material affairs have been weighting you down. Edgar - YOU MUST NOT GIVE IN. I feel absolutely certain the forces are gathering in your favor. I am as certain of that, as I am that I am writing to you this minute. In a way you are forced with the same problems that many businesses have to contend with today. If you could only be free to work with a clear mind and carefree attitude not only your health - but your general well-being would be greatly improved. Believe me, Edgar, it will not be very long now before you reap some of the benefits of that which you have sown.
Affectionately, [279]
12/30/31 See 257-76, Par. 8-A--10-A in re Mr. [279] wrongly approaching, Mr. [257] felt, the chemist in re Mr. [257]'s business.
1/01/32 He obtained 279-13 answering questions in re his mental and material affairs.