Edgar Cayce Readings, 5493-1

(Physical Suggestion)

TEXT

EC: Yes, we have the body, [5493]. Now, we find there are many irritations in the physical functioning of the system, with this body. Most of these, as we find, are produced by reflexes from conditions existent in the nervous system, and with the correction of these conditions - and the general BUILDING up of the system by proper precautions as to the diet, the mode or manner of living, the thinking, and the mental attitudes of the body held in accord with CREATIVE forces, or the spiritual side of life - would bring for the body a much bettered PHYSICAL condition, a much bettered outlook on life, and MAKE the experience more worthwhile.
The conditions in the blood supply, produced by irritations that come from conditions in the cerebro-spinal system, which - with their reactions upon the nervous system - produce those conditions in digestive system, in lungs, bronchi and throat, the seat or the cause - as we find - from irritations in the pelvic organs, or system, and make for a general irritation in the organs, producing improper functioning in same, with discharges that are IRRITATING to the body and produce a general nervous debilitation that gives more of the irritating to the rest of the functioning system.
Then, to meet or to overcome these conditions, there should be first the general attitude as to life, as to the spiritual environments of the body-consciousness, as to a faith, a trust, IN something.
There should be those manipulations and corrections in the cerebro-spinal system, that will alleviate the pressures in the lumbar and dorsal region, as well as alignments in the upper dorsal and cervical. These should be taken, as we would find, at least three to four times each week. These may be given either osteopathically or chiropractically, so that the ADJUSTMENTS or the alleviations are made.
Then, after each treatment, there should be the vibrations from the violet ray for at least three to four, to five minutes, over the WHOLE of the cerebrospinal system, to enliven the circulation OVER the centers that especially are adjusted.
At least once each week there should be used the appliance of the violet ray, that injection of the vagina appliance, that may give the proper reactions to the organs of the pelvis.
The diet should be in THIS manner:
Mornings - citrus fruit, WITH stewed fruits, preferably as of prunes, figs, apples, or the like, with some milk.
Noons - juices of meats, with vegetable juices or soups, but no meats; followed with a salad - green vegetables, especially.
Evenings - a well balanced diet, that is nerve and blood building. The finishing of this meal should be with either fresh or raw pears, or stewed pears. These carry the iron that will ASSIMILATE for the system. The meats should be such as pig knuckle or souse, without vinegar, or those of liver, or the like. All the vegetables should be eaten with the skins, rather than the pulp - as of potatoes, the yams or the white or Irish potatoes - the skins rather than the pulp. As with the vegetables, preferably those of spinach, lentils, cabbage (red cabbage), and the like. Beans, dried - but WELL cooked, but not with too much of the fats with same.
These, we find, will bring to the body that of a better, clearer, more worthwhile life. Do that.
Ready for questions.
(Q) How often should the violet ray be applied over the body?
(A) After each treatment, as given, but once a week - at least - use the vagina applicator.
(Q) For how long at a time?
(A) For three to five minutes in the appliance over the body, and from three to five minutes - when used - for the vagina.
(Q) Do my eyes need attention now?
(A) With the adjustments and the changes as would come AFTER the treatments, or after the SERIES of treatments, would be better than adjustments for them at present.
(Q) What should be done for itching hemorrhoids?
(A) With the diet corrected, with the applications as will be given from the violet ray through the vagina, these will be cleared.
(Q) What should I do for the itching skin, especially on arms and neck?
(A) Correct the diet, correct the nervousness - see - as we will through these adjustments, and we will find these will care for themselves.
(Q) What is condition of lungs?
(A) Rather that of impoverishment, and of cold or sticky condition, exists there.
That is all the questions.
Be mindful that the proper attitude is held, that consistency and persistency of thought AND act is carried out, would we gain assistance through these suggestions given.
We are through for the present.
Copy to Self (through Mrs. [959])
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Copy to Ass'n

BACKGROUND

9/16/31 Mrs. [959]'s letter: "...The other charity reading that I spoke to you or Miss Gladys about is a woman who looks like she is about on her last pegs, but seems anxious for a reading, though I am afraid there is too much - well - I guess curiosity or wonderment in the minds of the family to get very much benefits, and they are not able to give any treatments that would cost any money. However, her name is [5493]. Her family opposes having the reading for fear she will hear something that will worry her. She is very delicate and has been for years. So, under the existing conditions, if you feel it worth while, I would be very glad to have a reading. If you do not, it is all right, because I am provoked at the attitude they are taking, when I am doing what I think will help. When she has gone everywhere for relief and received none, and no two persons have told her the same thing, I would think their attitude would change..."
10/18/31 Mrs. [959]'s letter: "...The girl [5493] that I wrote you about giving a charity reading seemed right much disappointed at not getting a reading, when I saw her last. She was feeling very much different about it and said now her mother is anxious. So, if you feel it is alright, I think it will be well to get a reading for her..."
10/28/31 Letter: "...Having just talked to Mrs. [959] I am mailing to you an application for a reading for which she was kind enough to ask for. She said if I wanted I could ask a few questions, but what I want is a general report of my condition, but two questions: How are my lungs, and do my eyes need attention now?..."
10/29/31 Mrs. [959]'s letter: "...Miss [5493] came here yesterday and I signed one of the applications for her. She seems more in earnest now than before, since reading the literature and knowing of [5682]'s improvement. So I guess she is worthy of the reading. Goodness knows, she looks like she is ready for the undertaker..."
11/13/31 Letter: "...I would like to ask several more questions. What causes the burning and itching of my skin, especially on arms and neck, and what should I do for it? And what for itching hemorrhoids? Also what should I do for leucorrhea, or whites, and is that the cause of a burning soreness around vagina? Please answer last two questions on separate paper, or at very last of reading, as a friend is very anxious to read the reading and I would rather this be separate, as the friend is a gentleman..."

REPORTS

12/15/31 Letter: "...Words cannot express my gratitude and appreciation for the reading you gave me. I had very anxiously awaited it, and when it came I was thrilled to have been in touch with one who has been given such wonderful power and knowledge from above.
"You told me my exact condition and I will do all in my power to follow your instructions. Since September, 1919, I have had regular treatments from Dr. A. P. Meador, Osteopath, in Hinton, West Virginia, but on account of financial trouble I have not had treatments since March, 1929. I am expecting to go to see him the first of the coming year. I am anxious to show him the reading. I cannot just now have the treatments regularly, as I have my mother and a sick sister to take care of, but am hoping to do so before long.
"Again thanking you for the reading, I am always your true friend..."
12/18/31 EC wrote urging her to carry out the suggestions in the reading, for her own good, because only in following out the suggestions could the desired results be obtained.
4/25/32 Letter in answer to Membership Form Letter: "...Your letter of the 15th received. I appreciate more than words can tell your interest in me, and am very proud of my card of membership. I feel it a great honor to be a member of an Association that is doing so much to help others.
"For some time I have wanted to write you but on account of sickness of sister, the condition of my eyes, and added household duties, have not taken time to do it. So far I have only been able to follow advice as to diet, rest, and attitude of the mind, but can see improvement. My doctor, the osteopath, under whose care I have been for 12 years, lives in Hinton, West Virginia. I have made arrangements three times to go there to see him and each time was sick in bed, but I am now planning to go one day next week. Everything depends on me, as sister is a T.B. patient and still on rest cure and Mother is not able to do much on account of palsy of the aged. So please don't think me ungrateful for the kindness shown me or think it neglect on my part that I am not carrying out more fully the instructions given..."