Edgar Cayce Readings, 2477-1

Time and Place: 3:45 to 4:05 P. M. Eastern Standard Time. ..., N.Y.

TEXT

HLC: You will have before you the body and enquiring mind of [2477], ..., N.Y., in regard to his health, his mental and material welfare and associations. You will go over his general physical, mental and spiritual body, giving him advice and guidance to meet the necessary conditions commensurate with his new position, and also his social future. You will answer the questions he has submitted, as I ask them:
EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind, [2477]; and those conditions, associations and relations that are a part of the entity's present experience.
In the physical forces of the body we find there are tendencies of which it would be well for the body to take cognizance in the present, if there would be kept the better physical conditions through the body.
These are incipient, or low in the present; yet we find those tendencies as related to the assimilating system and its general effect that is gradually being produced by a separation, as well as general tendencies through portions of the body.
At present we find a subluxation existing in the 7th and 8th dorsal center. This naturally tends to produce a slowing of the activity of impulse, especially through the spleen and the pancrean reactions. Thus there is gradually being produced a tendency for an unbalanced metabolism, and the creating of sugars in the system.
These will gradually tend to interfere with eliminations as related to the lower hepatics, or the kidneys, and the suppression in the liver and its activity to the heart circulation.
We find these indicated in part by the unusual reactions, in which there is the tendency for the body to clear the throat, - or the feeling of a fullness about the thyroid reaction - or in the upper part of the trachea and the bronchia.
We find that helpful forces may be had by a series occasionally of the osteopathic corrections, through manipulations, in combination with the general hydrotherapy, for creating better conditions through the coordination of the sympathetic and cerebrospinal circulation.
Watch the diet. Keep away from fried foods, too much starches and sweets.
Occasionally - about once a week - we would add the Jerusalem artichoke to the diet. For THIS body we would take this raw, - one abut the size of a small egg - or guinea egg - eaten with the meal. Do not attempt to keep the artichoke on ice, but rather keep a supply in the ground until ready for use - as in a big flower pot, or the like, but protected from animals - cats, dogs or the like, for they will scratch them up!
As to the general attitudes in the environs of the body:
We find that there have been natural policies that have been adopted by the body in its dealings, and in its relationships with its associate in all walks of life, and in the general activities. These have been kept on rather an excellent plan of consideration for others, and the needs and natural obligations that are due others under the varied circumstances. In the greater part these have been well chosen.
Then, under the new conditions or environs, do not change in the attitudes; or do not because of position become one that would do other than as you would have done to you. As ye would that others do for thee, do ye even so to them. For, the same measure ye mete - in thy mental, spiritual or material life - is that which ye may, and should, expect.
As ye put confidence and seek confidence in others, - ye may gain same - by that same attitude.
Let the attitude, then, be not merely in that way of seeking personal gains, but that ye may be the greater help, the greater service for all with whom ye labor. For, he that would be the greatest among his fellow associates is always willing and ready to be the greater help to all.
Such attitudes may be called by any name, - but know that they are the principles upon which all good business is based, - also all social life that is worthy of the name; for these are in keeping with those principles that are creative, or are of a spiritual nature.
These are the PRACTICAL application of truth in its relation to spiritual, mental and material life. And as the body applies self in those directions, there may be gained not only the greater confidence of those with whom ye labor and plan, but the greater harmony in thy dealings with all. Thus thy conscience towards thy Creator and thy fellow man will bring harmony into thy experience.
Ready for questions.
(Q) What exercises are best for me?
(A) Walking is the best exercise of all. Any outdoor life or activity is well, if taken regularly; but to take such activity spasmodically is not well for any - nor for this body. Budget thy time; so much for labor, so much for recreation, so much for improvement and for keeping in tune with changing conditions that exist in every phase of human experience - especially in the present.
(Q) Would marriage be a help to me for a well rounded career and home life?
(A) Be most advisable.
(Q) Would [E...], ..., Conn., be a good companion and make a happy mate for me?
(A) Better ask [E...]! This may be the idea, - but know that all such relationships should be of mutual interest. These CAN be made MOST agreeable and satisfactory, - but there is more than one to such an association! Hence these should be choices by each.
(Q) Against what must I guard in order to make life's path easier?
(A) That of selfishness.
(Q) Advise me as to my conduct and best plan to aid the O.P.M. Board of Washington, of which I am a member.
(A) In the same attitude and manner as we have indicated as to the general associations with thy fellow men in all walks and phases of thy experience. For, ye cannot be one thing to one group and another thing to another group, and keep thy own conscience clear!
(Q) Advise me as to my conduct and development to meet needs of my new promotion.
(A) This we have indicated throughout that given above. The policies are well. Do not change them because of thy position. To all things, to all men, each in its or his own respective phase, but as a servant - towards rendering service that is of a creative, helpful influence in the lives of all.
We are through for the present.
Copy to Self
Copy to Ass'n file
Copy to Mr. [257]
(See extra sheet of directions [which was enclosed] for Osteopath and Physiotherapists.)

BACKGROUND

11/18/37 He requested a Physical Reading for fiancee, Miss [1482], whom he later married.
3/23/41 Mr. [257]'s letter: "I wrote these questions with [2477] on the train. He had no paper but wrote his request on a note blank. He is now Vice-Pres. and just got [2409]'s son a job with M.I.T. What a difference it is where you are an official. He is now in position to give Edgar E. a good situation when we are ready. He arranged the last meeting but now is in position to command. Please send me a copy of Reading so I can talk to him on the phone. I am enclosing my check and he will send you a donation for the Building also. You remember he got a Reading on his wife [1482] before she died. He is my very, very good friend, and also yours.
"Wire [2477] what time to be at home. He is only at home on Sunday, as he has 66 plants he buys for.
"For Sunday afternoon wire him Saturday the time you are giving it."
1. How can I keep myself in perfect physical trim? and keep my health in the best possible condition? 2. What foods and drinks are best for me? and what should I avoid? 3. Are there any conditions needing correction? 4. What exercises are best for me? 5. Advise me as to my conduct and development to meet needs of my new promotion. 6. Would marriage be a help to me for a well rounded career and home life? 7. Would [...], ..., Conn., be a good companion and make a happy mate for me? 8. What will bring most happiness to me and make me feel most worthy in my endeavors for my fellow man? 9. Against what must I guard in order to make life's path easier? 10. Advise me as to my conduct and best plan to aid the O.P.M. Board in Wash. of which I am a member? 11. How may I bring about my best and most successful standing with [...] and my official associates?