Edgar Cayce Readings, 2343-1

(Physical, mental and spiritual suggestions)

TEXT

EC: Yes, we have the body here, [2343]. Now, we find in the physical forces of this body very good reaction, through the physical. While there are those conditions of which the body should be warned, there are also those conditions which, were changes brought about in the physical functioning, that there would be the different reaction in the physical reaction to the conditions as now exist.
These, then, are conditions physical as we find them with this body, [2343] we are speaking of. First:
IN THE BLOOD SUPPLY, here we find the near normal quantity, and a variation in the quality of normal supply. This, as we find, deficient in the red blood, or a character of the red blood, and an over supply in the plasm or white. Not sufficient as yet as to cause an anemia, in its normal sense, or common consideration, but sufficient to show that there are evidences of conditions existent in the system wherein the action of the various forms in the system that affect the activity of energy as created in assimilation and in distribution of that assimilated energy, or force, through the bloodstream, is not being directed in the proper channel, or way and manner. Hence variations, or a variation in the condition existent from a normal reaction.
IN THE NERVE SYSTEM, these, we find, coordinate in their normal reaction, yet with certain impulses as are at variance with a nominal reaction, we find abnormal conditions existent in reflexes as produced from the sympathetic to the cerebrospinal system. This produced from a physical condition existent in the body, through which the blood plasm and the nerve energy from that plasm created to continue the building forces of this nerve energy as is created by the assimilations in system. These, then, are the physical deficiencies, or those conditions most of which at the present the body should be warned. While these conditions in the functioning of organs at present do not show any reaction in the functioning of organs, they do show the reaction as to a general deficiency, or abnormalcy MORE than deficiency, in the functioning of the blood plasm and of its relation to the nerve reaction created in system. These, as we find, come from a physical condition existent in the physical or structural body, produced at the time of birth, and this pressure as created in the 4th lumbar region causes that reaction with the gland of the system, from the endrenal [adrenal] and the activity of same to the pineal and pituitary reaction. These conditions in the system, and related to the blood supply and nerve energy. In these do we find their activity. The pituitary body, that which connects through the entire nerve system with the lower portion of brain itself, and in nominalcy is gradually replaced by the activity of the brain center itself through the physical or mental body. In this reaction here, NOT an abnormalcy in the mental development of the body. The abnormalcy in the mental reaction created by conditions brought about by pressure in the endrenal [adrenal] system, as related to the pituitary body and its relation to the gland. These produced by this pressure existent in the 4th lumbar region or plexus.
To relieve same, and without adding that to system which will change that reaction as is already started in system, would be to only change the reaction of that activity in the glands as related to sympathetic or brain reaction, and either bring about melancholia or the resultant effect of an over activity in the development of the body through those forces in lyden [Leydig] gland and its effect on the developments THROUGH those conditions relating to the activity of the body in its next development, that of the reproductive forces within the system; ending, then, with the softening of that reflex produced through the medulla oblongata in the central brain force, then bringing about the softening to the extent of bringing more destructive forces for system.
In changing these then, physically, there should be first those of the nature as would correct the pressure as created in this plexus.
Then that vibratory force as related to that of the tension created in the nerve system of the body, as that brings coordination with the central nerve force or system with its relation to the other active forces in the glands of body; that is, those of the ductless glands, that bring both for the reproduction of the system in its elemental forces of digestion, as WELL as those of the system that rebuilds itself through mental and physical forces. These would be found, then, by the systematic correction of the depression existent there, and the addition of those vibrations for a long period of time, as is found in the plain Radio-Active Appliance, when the body is at rest, and should be given for at least an hour each day, ranging from three to five week periods, then resting for one to three weeks, then repeating the same vibration; and while these are being accomplished for the physical body there should be that in the mental body that is kept before same the continual reaction through both the plain mental development and the imaginative forces of system, that create for the reaction of the mental body that which is desired to be builded for this physical and material body. This accomplished through the training of the mental forces, both by precept - but most by example. Keeping the body physically fit in a physical manner, keeping the mental body as clean as the physical, and these will give the opportunity for the spiritual forces of the body to manifest in the mental and physical way, as to bring the near normal balance for this body, [2343].
Ready for questions.
(Q) Should the corrections be made osteopathically?
(A) Preferably be made osteopathically, for then consideration is given to the muscular forces in system as well as the structural portions, and the muscular conditions here are more in evidence in the character of the pressure created.
(Q) Regarding the body entering school this fall, what advice would be given?
(A) Entering school under the supervision of one that considers the mental and the physical body as one, and that would cooperate with those conditions being created and brought about in the physical and mental body by the application of those things as have been outlined.
(Q) Would it be wise to consent to the body going to Washington next month on a visit?
(A) Why shouldn't it? though care as to the reactions as are created should be kept in mind.
(Q) What training could be used to develop the spirit of truthfulness?
(A) The reactions, as has been given, as to that that takes place in the mental body, under the strain of a physical condition existent, brings the body to the position of not normal in its reaction to the conditions of others in training. Hence, as has been given, the corrections for the physical condition, and applied with the mental and spiritual training for the physical body, will relieve these conditions. They must be treated as one. The ideas of accusing the body of being untruthful, under its present strain, is untruthfulness in the accuser; for with physical conditions existent, these should be corrected, and the mental, spiritual and physical training so kept that a normal reaction is created. With pressure existent on the pituitary body, as is existent here, the constant growth of this, and the largeness of it, does not allow the mental body to ofttimes know right from wrong. Not a physical reaction, other than the physical reaction of the over abundance of certain forces as created in nerve energy, as described, which is brought forth from the blood supply in its assimilation, which in its reaction over the body UNBALANCES the body for NORMAL or nominal reaction. Then, the physical correction, the mental and spiritual and physical training, will bring a normal reaction for the body.
(Q) How can they best obtain this training?
(A) By placing the body under the supervision of one that would cooperate in the physical changes as are to be brought about in the physical or material body, and train the mental and physical that the spiritual may nominally or normally act.
(Q) What school would be advisable?
(A) Any one where individual cooperation is given the body, that may bring these conditions to pass that have been ascribed for the body. Where a herd, group - or general conditions are considered deficiencies, these will NEVER bring normal development. Treat the body INDIVIDUALLY in training mentally and physically, and we will find the proper reaction.
(Q) Would Professor Greene's [Francis H. Greene] school at Virginia Beach be advised?
(A) Would the body give definite consideration for those things as to be accomplished in the physical, then we would say, be well.
(Q) In individual training, is there any need of association with others in team work?
(A) This to come the more as developments in the physical are brought about, see? Do not forget the fact that the individual labors under an abnormal condition, whether as an individual or as a group or team work, and that the reactions are INDIVIDUAL more than team work, though the body may be led astray in its own reaction. Hence the PHYSICAL corrections, the INDIVIDUAL training, and the team or group work as a better - or association as a better reaction with the development.
(Q) Any further advice that would be of help?
(A) Much may be given as concerning conditions existent in cases, or a case of this character - yet with the material application of the suggestions as are outlined for the individual body, with enlightenment as may be given concerning these daily or weekly, or monthly developments, will enlighten many. To gain for the body that of the best results, BEGIN - and WE will aid. We are through for the present.
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Copy to Thos. B. Brown, manufacturer of Radio-Active Appliance, 139 West 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio
[GD's note: See 1800-24 Reports, explaining theory of the Radio-Active Appliance.]

BACKGROUND

6/21/29 Mother explained how [2343] was incorrigible; they had to have him in a private school where he would get special attention in trying to manage him; now going to this private summer school. However, he was handling a paper route after school. "...I am filled with hope that you can help our boy..."

REPORTS

10/01/29 [2343]'s mother's letter to Miss Atkinson:
"...I just feel so pleased with my son's improvement that I am writing to you directly. About the battery, I am using it and will send you the money for it very shortly. Don't I owe something for the one treatment Dr. Berger [Grace C. Berger, D.O.] gave [2343]?
"I've just talked to Dr. Richardson [M. L. Richardson, D.O.] and he feels that he has helped in his treatment and thinks he can soon diminish the number of treatments each week. I do know [2343] is in a more normal condition in every way. He is in Junior High School and seems to be keeping pace with his class - that he has never done before. I was most disappointed that he couldn't go to school under Mr. Greene [Professor Francis H. Greene], but now I am positive NO schooling could have done what has been accomplished from the physical treatments he has had of late.
"Thank Mr. Cayce for both Mr. [...] and myself. Sometime I want to take [2343] to see Mr. Cayce and let him see what a change seems to be taking place for the better in my boy.
"One more question - how do I know when this battery needs attention? As I said, to me the battery is a DEAD ISSUE to my understanding..."
11/18/29 [2343]'s mother's letter: "...I am happy to say my boy is beginning to find himself in many ways. Dr. Richardson is still giving him treatments. [2343] is in every way improving. We have arranged that he might have more gym work than he might get otherwise. I think that has helped to bring a more natural coordination of his body..."
7/20/40 Hugh Lynn Cayce's letter to [2343]'s mother:
"...Our files show that you secured a Physical reading for your son, [2343], in July, 1929. We are anxious to bring our case histories up to date, and shall appreciate your filling out the enclosed report form covering this covering this reading. If you have misplaced your copy, we shall be glad to send you an extra one in order that you may make out the report. Please state just what details of his condition were described in the reading, how far the treatments were followed, and what results were obtained.
"I'm sure [you] and Mr. [...] will be glad to learn of our Expansion Program which will make possible the indexing and extracting of material on special subjects from the various readings in our files. Each individual reading is an additional amount of evidence for the accuracy and value of psychic research. We want every individual who has had a reading to have an opportunity to take part in making this program a success. "Within the next few days some member of the Association will call to discuss with you this case, and the program..."
9/09/40 Report by Helen Godfrey and Christian Mae ("Pat") Bailey, workers on the A.R.E. "1940 Expansion Program" fund drive: "We had a long talk with this lady. She was very pleasant and spoke very nicely of Mr. Cayce.
"This was a pre-natal case and there were many things done for him.
"She doesn't know whether the reading helped or not but she took him to Dr. Richardson as the reading suggested, and that might have helped considerably.
"He is now 25 years old and is getting along nicely.
"She will let us know about contributing to the vault later..."
9/11/40 Osteopath, Dr. M. L. Richardson's report:
1. a. Did the reading presented to you describe the condition of the patient? "Yes" c. Give technical diagnosis. "Hypothyroidism Nephritis - Intestinal Toxanemia" 2. Were the suggestions for treatment in your opinion proper for this condition? "Yes" 3. For what period of time has the patient followed directions given in the reading under your care? "Treatments from Sept. 16, 1929 to May 10, 1930." 4. What results have you observed? "Treatment, time, and intelligent family cooperation have given good results."
11/23/65 GD's note: We heard that Mr. [2343] is married, has five children, and is travelling salesman for a reputable business firm.
3/18/66 GD's note: We heard that Mr. [2343] had committed suicide, or been murdered, by drowning, for no apparent reason so far as anyone could determine. Fortunately, his parents, who had done so much to help him in his early years, did not live to witness the tragedy.