Edgar Cayce Readings, 771-1

(Body and enquiring mind, who seeks information, advice, counsel and guidance as to the proper procedure to obtain work at the present time. You will give any information that would be of value to her at this time, and answer the questions that will be asked.)

TEXT

EC: Yes, we have the enquiring mind, [771].
In giving that which we find in the experience of this entity, much might be said (if it would be accepted in the manner as it is presented) as to the attitude the entity has taken as to its associates, associations, and the environs in which the entity has sought to seek through.
First, there must be eradicated from the mental attitudes, the attitude of resentments to those that have been instrumental at times not only in preventing those associations or affiliations of the entity in relationships to others. While these oft appear from the surface to have been purely selfish motives, or those that were prompted at times by the resentments on the part of others, if there will be the self-analyses of that which has prompted the activities of self, what has been given is evidenced - "As ye sow, so shall ye reap." And "With what measure ye mete, it shall be measured unto you again."
There was not (under the circumstances that would have arisen) any fault in self in not accepting the associations in those directions that were offered; for these would have brought those very things that the body-mind has turned from, in such ways as to have been less effective in the later associations and activities.
There have been affiliations with the more general labors that are offered through Government activities, that should be taken hold of, as we find - if the purposes and aims and desires of the entity are proper, and the resentments and the antagonisms are left out. For these, we find, will bring those associations and connections that will bring about that which will be the most helpful in the experiences of the entity. Not only will such an activity in the present offer temporary reliefs from the emergencies in the financial and the material associations and surroundings, but will lead to and bring about those of a more permanent nature - in not only the material but the filial, and those activities where the greater service may be found.
We would seek, then, through this agency for the immediate change necessary.
We would be WARNED respecting riding, driving, walking, over railroad crossings; for these are in adverse relationships to the entity during the next three to four months. Be very mindful of this, for ye will either be in, or experience, or witness, some very sad happenings in this direction. [See 771-1, Par. R1. 8/35 A.R.E. Bulletin used this happening with others under the heading, UNUSUAL INCIDENTS.]
Ready for questions.
(Q) Do you refer to the T.V.A. as being the correct channel to go through?
(A) The Government associations, with which the body has been associated and HAS associations and connections! Yes, this is a part - but leads from this later, as indicated.
(Q) For just what type of work am I best fitted, and how may I go about to obtain it?
(A) As indicated, this association will lead to those activities that have to do with groups more in the homes and THEIR associations, affiliation and relationships to a GENERAL public. The home and the home environs of any nature are those channels that offer not only the greater activity but that will be the most helpful in the preparation and in the assistance of relationships in this direction. As in the supervision of portions of the home life, and the like. Not as a teacher, but rather as an instructor in various channels of activities; as would be the Home Work, the Canning Work, the work of that nature which is fostered by Government activities in relationships either with that or the home as related to the preventatives in certain directions, see?
(Q) Is there any further advice or guidance that would be given me at this time?
(A) Beware in those directions as indicated. Take from self the attitudes that have been indicated. Add rather that attitude of letting the life within self be of such a temperament, of such a nature, that though the heart and mind may be heavy, that which is shed out may show in self the relationships the body-self, the inner self, bears to the Creative Influences - and the joys that should come from an inner self keeping itself in attune with the Christ principles in, and ruling, and guiding the life.
We are through for the present.
Copy to Self
Copy to Ass'n file

BACKGROUND

9/08/34 "I have a little girl to rear and no job ahead."
10/20/34 "Should I go in business or should I try to get regular work? Would it do any good to go back to the T.V.A. and ask for work? Will this temporary work lead to anything better?"
11/15/34 "You did so much for [580], I thought maybe you could help me."
12/17/34 "Did I make a mistake by not taking the job Hines offered me and will it be a success?"

REPORTS

2/20/35 "It is nothing but right that you should know the outcome of your reading for me.
"Friday after you gave me the reading (12/28/34?) I had a wreck. I was coming down one street and a man ran into me. He crossed the railroad right into me - was not looking, but thank God there was no one hurt.
"I have been transferred to the department that you wrote me about and I hope to make a success of it, as I have been trained along this line of work (Home Economics).
"I have a sister who has arthritis in her knees and ankles - she has even been to Mayo's and is still not able to work. You sent me some literature on reading that you had helped others - I wonder if you would consider helping her.
"Thanking you for past favors," Sincerely, [771]
3/04/35 EC's letter: Thanks very much for yours of the 20th certainly am glad to know that no one was hurt in the accident, we are always disliking to see such reports where it is told one to look out for such accidents or to see forebodings of any kind, such things may be convincing to people at times, but helpful things are much better, am glad for you that you were able to get the transfer to the department that is nearer in line with your training and am sure it will make things very much better for you, and am sure you will be much better satisfied with your work.
Will be looking to hear from you from time to time [GD's note: Mrs. [771] had not sent any money because she was down and out. Naturally EC expected her to contribute something when she got established. However, her next ltr. was still asking for help, without a word from her in the meantime.] and know if we can be of help at any time you are to let us know.
Take care of your self, know you are being given an Opportunity for some real service in the Lords vinyard, and you will want to measure up, that will make life all the more worthwhile.
With kindest regard, Sincerely, Edgar Cayce
4/06/36 "Of course I know you get good money for what you do and have to have it to carry on, but I am in the depths of despair. You helped me before so I am asking you to help me again. Tell me what to do to make a living, who to contact, etc. [580] is still working at the job you told her about, so I have faith, so why not write you. I came to Miami, Fla., rented a house and took roomers... I have an empty house and don't know how I am going to make a go. I have written the Methodist Orphanage for a job, or where can I get a job? I am broke - I need help."
4/10/36 EC's letter (from New York):
Dear [771]:
Yours of 6th forwarded me here, owing to the previous appointments impossible to get any thing just now, will soon as possible, please write me again at the Beach as will be there in the next two weeks. Sorry things have broken so badly for you, and that you will have encouraging news from [580]. It is late for the season in Fla. I know now would advise you writing Miss Nellie Holt, 1656 Newton St., Washington, D.C. as she is leaving for Fla. real soon and as she is trying to make a location you might be able to work something out for yourself with her. Also if the conditions are so low, why not appeal direct to Mrs. Roosevelt. She will not turn you down and will make arrangements to have something done.
Will write you again soon as can but let me hear again. Will try the reading soon as can have the opportunity.
Sincerely, Edgar Cayce