This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at his office, 105th Street and Ocean, Virginia Beach, Va., this 21st day of July, 1931, in accordance with request made by self - Mrs. [4799] - through Mr. Wm. B. Cravis.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. L. B. Cayce and Wm. B. Cravis.

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1. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [4799]. Now, while we find there are disturbing factors in the physical forces of the body, were there to be a full or complete understanding of those experiences that have brought about physical conditions in many respects of the body, the experiences of the entity as a whole would give a much clearer understanding of how the body - physical AND mental would MEET those emergencies as have arisen, as may arise in the experience of this entity, now [4799].
2. In the physical forces of the body, we find in many respects a very good physical body, or - better would it be put - the MAKINGS of a very good physical body. There are disturbing conditions from angles that do not appear apparent in the present, as has been indicated.
3. IN THE BLOOD SUPPLY, here we find there are effects as are indicted from EXTERIOR influences, or that that the body is JUST susceptible to influences from without that in their reflex action appear to become a disorder in the blood supply.
4. In the PHYSICAL forces of the blood supply, here we find a body where sepsis, or septic poisonings have affected the body in times past, especially during the periods when there was the care for the offspring, and this apparently still causes disorders. IS it? The doctors disagree!
5. In the physical forces, we find that these reactions VARY according to that that may be termed TEMPERAMENTAL condition of the body, and it may be very ill and in a little while - or a few days - nothing has happened.
6. IN THE NERVOUS FORCES OF THE BODY, here we find again physical conditions that are apparent, that PRESSURES existent in the sacral and lower lumbar are AGGRAVATING to conditions that exist at times. These come from pressures or conditions that are produced by those of an over nerve reaction being brought about PHYSICALLY from those of adhesions in the false pelvis area. They do not cause distress at all periods, but under excitement - or for the body to get real mad is to be real sick afterward.
7. IN THE ACTIVITIES OF THE ORGANS THEMSELVES, we find there are those conditions existent in the organs wherein, under the nerve strain that the body passes at times, under that condition wherein the blood supply becomes in such a state as there is impoverishment to the organs in their functioning, we have an upsetting at times to the organs of the body. At a time it may be those of the sensory system, which remain more or less in an inactive state at times. Again we may find it as of a fullness in the throat, spasmodic reflections from the hypogastric and pneumogastric plexus. Again we may find a reaction from a fullness in the pit of the stomach, or in the cardiac end of stomach. Again we may find there are reflexes that cause tired feeling all over the whole system. These, as we find, are indications, NOT causes, of those disturbances that PHYSICALLY come from those conditions in lumbar, sacral and coccyx region, while the BASIS - or the CAUSE - exists in the entity's forces, or the mental inhibitions of the body from its OWN life.
8. In meeting, then, the needs of the body, we would find that there would be applied those forces in that of the Radio-Active Appliance, when the body rests in the afternoon - NOT at night. In the use of same, alter the applications from that as has been ordinarily given and apply to both wrists or both ankles - not wrist AND ankle - see?
9. In the manipulations as would follow with same, we would make that correction specific as exists in the coccyx end itself; also those of a relaxation to those centers in the lumbar and sacral region, with a GENERAL correction in the upper portion of the body. Ready for questions.
10. In making the applications, we will find - give those vibrations each day as given, in AFTERNOON, as the body rests - see? for thirty to sixty minutes.
11. The manipulations we would give two to three times each week. CORRECTIONS make on Fridays - not Saturdays or Tuesdays, but Fridays - for the vibratory forces of the body will build better for THAT day - see? ONCE each week. IT should not require for the change of the outlook, for if we deal with the mental forces of the body we have a rather unusual force as pertains to same. Do this for the physical.
12. (Q) Would the conditions as outlined cause deafness in one ear?
    (A) Haven't we given there is the condition which remains in the sensory system? That's the hearing, that's the organism of these - and it remains so, for a PRESSURE exists in the coccyx region that causes to those of the PINEAL - which is all the way through the system, which has never developed form the condition as followed soon after the birth of the child here, and that brought about a quivering sensation in the left ear.
13. (Q) Will this condition be cured?
    (A) Well, let's get the general system in a shape so that we can APPROACH that portion of it - see?
14. (Q) Is this condition hereditary?
    (A) Depends upon what you call hereditary! From that of PHYSICAL standpoint, no!
15. (Q) Who do the Forces recommend to treat this body?
    (A) As has been outlined, these vibrations that are to be given may be given at home. Those of the manipulations, those who are capable or ARE able to make the proper corrections as outlined - see?
16. (Q) Any other suggestions for this body?
    (A) Much MIGHT be given as respecting the mental forces, but physically speaking do that for the present. We are through.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Wm. B. Cravis
    Copy to File

REPORTS

1. 7/21/31 Wm. B. Cravis' [A.R.E. Board member] letter to [4799]:
   Mrs. [4799] ..., N.J.
   My dear [4799]
   I don't know where to begin. I took the liberty of being present at your reading, in order to ask any questions which I thought would be necessary. All the questions which you see in this reading were asked by me AFTER Mr. Cayce went to sleep. You can see for yourself that he KNOWS what he is talking about when he's asleep. Surely I could not have given him any information such as contained in this reading. It seems that your case is most interesting. I would suggest you read this over very carefully, very slowly, and digest it thoroughly. I am certain you will know just what it is talking about.
   Regarding the Radio-Active Appliance which he mentioned, I might state this is a sort of battery which he makes himself. Any person testing this battery would say it was useless, there was no current in it, but when the contact is made with the body the body KNOWS there is some force, some power in this battery. I personally know of a few cases where this battery has been recommended.
   The manipulations he mentions, I would suggest you go to see Dr. Conger. Pearl will be able to tell you where he is. He is the man who treated me so very capably and thoroughly, and I have the utmost confidence in him. I do not hesitate in the least to recommend him to you. Take your reading with you, let him read it, and let him give you the treatments. There are many things that you cannot explain in connection with this work. Why he emphasizes that corrections should be made on Fridays particularly, we do not know - but you can just rest assured that whatever he advises you, you do, and you will do well for yourself.
   There is another type of reading which this man gives, which is called a life reading. I do not want to go into this too deeply for fear of confusing you, but the deeper into this you go the more faith you have in it. This life reading, as classified, tells what influences past existences have and will have in connection with the body in its present life. If you believe that you have lived in a former existence somewhere, somehow, it is very easy to understand the marvellous features of a life reading. If your are interested in seeing what a life reading is like, call Pearl on the telephone, ask her to show you my life reading which I just received a short time ago. I expect to be here until Sunday, the 26th. If you would care to telephone me, wire me or write me, asking any question regarding this reading, or treatment of same, you can reach me through Edgar Cayce, 105th Street & Ocean, Virginia Beach, Va. His phone number is Virginia Beach 259. Do not call the number without asking for me, as I am not here all the time - but you can reach me through asking for me at this number.
   I hope you will accept the importance and the significance of this reading. You surely know there is enough contained in it to know that this man when he goes to sleep can tell you most anything. I am very anxious for you to follow the instructions, and I think it would be a good idea for you to talk it over with [her husband] and see what he thinks about it. I hope he will be open to conviction, as I SIMPLY KNOW if you will follow instructions and have a check reading taken when necessary, you will find a great change for the better in yourself. I can assure you it has been a great pleasure to me to try and help you, and I hope some day to be instrumental in helping [her husband]. I am certain if he sees you accomplish through this work such marvellous results, as I am sure you will if the work is followed, he will be enthusiastic too.
   With kindest personal regards, and hoping to see you sometime next week when I can talk this thing over with you in person, I am
   Cordially yours, WBC:GD

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