Edgar Cayce Readings, 933-2

(Entity. Considering his past and present development, together with opportunities in this present life, you will advise and counsel with him regarding his selection of a life's work in line with suggestions previously given him through this channel and also advise him in regard to the educational training for same, answering the questions which have been submitted.)

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EC: Yes, we have the entity now known as or called [933], and the information that has been given respecting the application of the entity in the material things.
In giving what may be at this time helpful to the entity in making the preparations, first know these as the immutable laws:
Man's activity is of choice. While there may be preparation in any given line, he may or may not apply that known in the experience. Thus the greater difference between instinct (as of the animal) and man (as trained, and the instinctive influences that are as a portion of the hereditary environment of the WHOLE of his experience in material things).
But as to the preparation in the present, as He hath given, work while it is day. That is, as the choice, as the motivative forces in the activity are of spirit, then be guided by that which is of a creative, constructive influence in the experience. And in whatever line of preparation, let it be motivated by DESIRE, WISH, PURPOSE, AIM, to be constructive in the own application and in the applying of that gained to the experience of those whom the entity may contact in its dealings, in its relations, with its fellow man; relying upon the Creative Forces, or God, as the GIVER of the increase in WHATEVER field this may be attempted.
It has been indicated that music and those conditions that are a portion of same should EVER be a part of the entity in its application. And also those things of an electrical nature may be made a portion of the experience; ESPECIALLY as applied to the CONSTRUCTIVE forces in human experience for beneficent effects upon the HUMAN body, rather than on things or the application of same to things.
Hence, as we find, if the entity then makes such preparation in its experience, and if the choice is to apply same in such a manner without taking the short cuts (that are so oft attempted by man for his own indulgence!), there will come satisfaction, that which makes for the greater peace, the greater harmony in the experience of the entity in the present.
Now, then:
It has been indicated that the channel of making application of self and self's abilities, physically, mentally, spiritually, is in those lines that appertain to the applying of such influences in the experience of others; studying to show self approved unto the Creative Forces, or God, as thy concept has been set in those ideals.
Ready for questions.
(Q) From what angle should I commence the study of the hereditary or environment influence; that is, through courses of study in psychology, biology, or others similar?
(A) As applied in biology and psychology from the angle that has been indicated, in those forces that may make for the PERSONAL application of same in the experience of association with others.
(Q) Is it preferable for me to study for a business or profession in which I may earn my living, and to develop the suggested studies later, or may my present studies be planned to take up the study of the influences at once?
(A) As indicated, the study of the application of electric vibration upon the human body for its beneficial effects will require just sufficient of the knowledge of the anatomical structure, of the psychological as well as pathological effect, for the INNATE influence in the rhythm of the body (in the self, see?) as related to musical forces to gain the knowledge of the hereditary forces; yet at the same time supply not only MATERIAL needs but a gentle, gradual advancement. Hence, as we would find, the better would be the preparation for that of the semi-professional or professional direction.
(Q) I want to proceed with the study indicated for me in my Life Reading and would like to know whether the best approach and foundation would be through the courses in music at the New England Conservatory of Music or Biology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, or are other specific schools or courses recommended for me, taking into consideration my present finances?
(A) As we find, the NATURAL bent or tend would be in the MUSICAL forces. But in the biological forces (and the psychological portions that go with same) at the Institute of Technology would be the more preferable and the more QUICKLY would the entity BEGIN to make for material earnings. Hence, as we find, it would be better through those channels.
(Q) Would it be desirable for me to devote all of my time to the study of music in order to obtain the proper understanding for me to proceed with the study of the mental forces that affect or influence the individual?
(A) It has been indicated that it would be better for this to be a PORTION of the study, and the greater portion in the technique of the application of electrical forces through application to the body itself.
(Q) Would it be best for me to go to a preparatory school for a year before entering college or will I be able to enter and carry the college courses in this coming year?
(A) Go to the preparatory school for the preparation in these directions; for this would give the better balance to the body.
(Q) What preparatory school would you recommend as being the best?
(A) Any that gives sufficient amount of that necessary for the study of physics, biology and pathology. These may be had here, where the body is, you see.
(Q) Through what specific school and course would I obtain a closer insight into the study of the forces or music of the spheres?
(A) The lower electrical vibrations to life!
(Q) What is meant by the rhythmic side of my development and experience, and how may I gain the proper understanding of this?
(A) This is indicated in that we have given for the consideration in the MATERIAL things, see? that the RHYTHMIC vibrations of the body, as to music, set the electrical forces in the physical body. As: An activity of the brain upon the nervous system makes for the releasing of vibration. Hence the study of music as related to electrical vibration and electrical applications for the human body, or as a technician in same, brings BOTH to bear upon that which will make for the greater understanding by the entity.
For many an individual that has had a brain wreck might be aided by electricity and music to a revivification of those cells, of those atomic forces that need their coercion and their regeneration by their absorbing one into another - rather than being separated and fighting its own self, or lack of proper coagulation of the cellular forces in the blood and brain forces; as in some forms of dementia, strained by great religious fervor or excitement that makes for the separation of that which is the SPIRITUAL and the MATERIAL applications THROUGH the vibratory forces of a physical body.
(Q) Are there any books or studies or courses recommended for me to aid in my development?
(A) As indicated, begin along those lines first in the preparatory forces of physics, biology, pathology, and the application of the musical vibrations to same.
We are through for the present.
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BACKGROUND

See 933-1 on 7/28/31.

REPORTS

12/19/35 Brother [256]'s letter: "[933] is attending prep school in anticipation of Tech next year. He is working hard, but having his troubles."
6/13/37 Sister Miss [338]'s letter: "[933] is going away to Maine to work for the summer."
7/02/41 "Am going to ask Mr. Cayce for an astrological reading for [933], as I think he needs guidance at this time. There is no hurry for it, but I can speak about it now."
7/13/41 "It is fine of you to give [933] a reading. He is all mixed up with himself - don't know what he wants to do - seems to be up against a stone wall within himself - dissatisfied with everything and everybody, and with himself as well. He finished at Boston University last February and majored in biology, and graduated last month. For a long time now I've noticed something in him - in his attitude toward life and conditions - a sort of rebellion in his soul, - and I have been unable to cope with it - for it is something that he keeps locked up - only to burst forth now and then like a volcano. Within himself he is the dearest and finest character that I know - and I love him with all my heart - that is why I want to help if possible in whatever he may be going through. Another thing, he is extremely psychic and a very sensitive instrument, although he chooses to disregard it - and that may have something to do with it. I don't think that I will be able to send any questions - I asked him what he wanted to know particularly, and he said that he was just going round in circles - that he didn't know himself. I feel that the reading itself will take all that in, and as he needs wise counsel and uplift, I am sure that he will find it in the reading, as we all have done. God bless you Edgar Cayce, for all that you have done and are doing for all of us. I will be in meditation to help, when his reading is taking place, and will send Miss Gladys a money order next week for it."
7/16/41 See 933-3.