Edgar Cayce Readings, 1189-2

(Physical Suggestion)

TEXT

EC: Yes, we have the body, [1189].
Now as we find, in considering the particular disturbances which exist with this body - and these with the view of bringing normalcy and a revivifying of purposes, desires or ambitions - the body WHOLE must be taken into consideration; that is, the physical, the mental, and the spiritual attributes of the body.
For while each of the phases of a body-development is met within its own environ or phase, there are experiences which arise within a body - as we find within this body - when all of these must be considered as they coordinate or cooperate one with another.
And as is then to be understood, these MUST coordinate and cooperate - body, mind, soul - if there is to be the best reaction in the physical, mental or spiritual.
Hence the injunction - from the spiritual aspects, and O that every soul would gain the concept, know and be conscious within - that "The Lord Thy God Is ONE!"
Now with this body we find there has been an exceeding upset in the ideals of the body-mind; coming from disappointments in individuals and in the reaction to that which is the ideal of the entity within itself.
And being of a supersensitive nature, it has (the mental) REBELLED at these conditions.
Now the expressions of these reactions are within the PHYSICAL forces of the body.
Hence we have been gradually on the border of a nervous breakdown, as it would be called by most pathologists or psychologists.
Yet through the emotions these have produced, as we find, DEFINITE reactions in the physical forces of the body; as related to the nervous system, both cerebrospinal and sympathetic. And those areas that find greater distress are where the cerebrospinal and the sympathetic or imaginative centers coordinate with the physical reactions of the body.
Hence we have had periods of uncontrollable melancholy. We have have periods of the uncontrollable overflow of the ducts that express emotions; inability of perfect assimilation - which immediately upsets the katabolism of the whole physical body.
These then, as we find, are both pathological and psychological conditions that disturb the equilibrium of the body.
These are not as faults, these are not as conditions that may not be corrected; yet - from the very nature of their affectation through the emotions - both the physical AND the mental are to be taken into consideration in giving counsel or advise for corrective forces for this body.
First:
WHO is to say as to what must be any individual's ideal? But know, O Soul, that it must be founded in spiritual, unseen, everlasting things!
What are these?
Faith, hope, love; without thought of self.
For when self or the own ego becomes disappointed, know that you have been disappointing IN your relationships to that which produces or may produce same.
Not that it is always necessary to accede to wishes or desires of others, to hold or keep their respect, love, hope or faith. But know in WHOM as well as in what you believe! And if thy faith is founded in the spiritual, the Creative, the constructive forces, it brings peace and harmony.
Then let thy heart, thy mind, determine within itself.
See and be in that attitude as given of old; letting others do as they will or may, but for thee ye will cleave to a LIVING God, a LIVING hope, a LIVING faith - an ACTIVATIVE experience!
Thus, as ye do this, the other things may pass.
As you find, there has been created an inactivative force - other than repellent - between the sympathetic nervous system and the judgements; or the cerebrospinal nerve reaction of positive fact or nature.
Hence as we will find, change of scene and of environment will be well.
But FIRST we would have the low electrical forces that would ATTUNE the bodily forces to coordinate one with another.
Then also we would have the hydrotherapy and the electrical forces.
DO NOT resort to drug of ANY nature. For upon same as to bring those appetites that would become - the vibrations of the mental and spiritual will only rebel, or so feed upon same as to bring those appetites that would become - to the mental and spiritual forces of the entity - repellent in their end.
Work and associate with those influences or forces wherein there is help being lent or given to others. This will also create an atmosphere, and attitude for the body mentally and physically that will be constructive.
For the very nature of the entity, and of the impelling influences that we have indicated for the body, is to be BUSY!
Then let it be a CONSTRUCTIVE forces, but keep busy - no matter in what direction, keep busy!
As we find, these adhered to will bring about the better reactions.
At first it may appear that these are not very definite, but let the body make out a schedule for itself in this manner:
"So much time each day (AND DO IT!) I will give to the improvement of my mental concept of my relationships to Creative Forces of God.
"So much time each day I will give to PHYSICAL relaxation and exertion for expression, for the activities to produce the proper coordinant relationships between mind and the body.
"So much time I will give (AND GIVE IT!), each day, to putting into PRACTICE that which is PERCEIVED and CONCEIVED," as to thy relationships to the Creative Forces, thy relationships to thy fellow man."
And not necessarily those in high places, nor altogether those who have lost hope. For the body, mind and soul needs the encouragements as well as the concrete forces of example where hope has been and is lost, that must be revived by thy activity.
Keep in the open oft, and in thy activity.
And we will find - before the season has gone - a new outlook upon the experiences in this life!
Ready for questions.
(Q) How should the low electrical forces be used?
(A) Those of the direct current; as in the low galvanic or the low violet, or the like.
(Q) How often would you suggest the hydrotherapy treatments?
(A) Once or twice a week in the beginning, and then gradually farther apart.
Do these things as we have indicated, and as we find we will bring that as described.
(Q) Who would you recommend to follow these suggested treatments?
(A) Choose this for yourself.
(Q) How may I best overcome the spells of emotional hysteria which interfere so seriously with my work?
(A) As indicated. DOING something! but considering body, mind AND purpose of soul!
(Q) How may I overcome constant fatigue physically which results in disinterestedness in people and in my work?
(A) As indicated; in the manners that have been outlined.
(Q) How may I regain my former drive and ambitions?
(A) Just as has been given. There must be reestablished, as it were, the IDEAL; and things that have made the body and mind, and the very physical forces afraid, must be wiped away as a tear.
We are through for the present.
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BACKGROUND

On 4/28/36 she obtained a Life Rdg. - See 1189-1.
5/31/38 Mother's wire: "Dr. [1210] suggests a Physical Rdg. for [1189] who needs it badly. Please advise time and accept her sincere appreciation."
6/03/38 Miss [1189] submitted questions.

REPORTS

6/13/38 [1189]'s ltr. to EC:
Miss [1189] ..., Street New York City
Dear Mr. Cayce:-
Once again I feel greatly indebted to you for the help received through my reading.
I am enclosing a check for $22.00 for my reading and the booklets - "The Last Supper" and "The Power Within."
With thanks and appreciation -
Sincerely [1189]
6/15/38 EC's ltr. to [1189]:
Dear Miss [1189]-
Thank you for yours of the 13th, also for enclosure sending Booklets under separate cover - Do hope the suggestions will bring just what is best for you at this time.
Assuring you of our desire to be of service
Sincerely, Edgar Cayce