191 Walking The Tightrope Of Dream Consciousness

Session 191, September 22, 1965: Cosmic Tree Branches and Psychic Tightropes

Grab a cold drink, relax, and let’s dive into what our favorite "energy personality essence" had to say while Jane Roberts (referred to as Ruburt) was feeling a bit jittery about some upcoming psychic tests.

The Dream Tree and Your "Pseudo-Body"

Seth started things off with a heavy dose of nature metaphors to explain how dreams actually work. If you thought dreams were just random brain static, think again.

• Branches of the Self: Seth explains that dream images are literally extensions of who you are. He says, "Dream images are in a most vital manner extensions of the self. They are projected from the self, extending outward indeed like branches from a tree."
• Soul Food: Just like leaves bring nutrients back to a tree trunk, your dream images bring nourishment back to your personality.
• The "Pseudoimage": Ever feel like you’re roaming around in a dream? Seth says we create a "pseudophysical body" that isn't tied to the physical system but is connected by a "thin but sturdy thread" of psychic energy.
• The Sleepwalker’s Warning: Seth warns that conscious awareness during these journeys is tricky. He notes, "For like a man walking a tightrope in his sleep, sudden awareness of such a feat could be disastrous... such awareness, without warning, could be highly detrimental."

Energy Pool Parties and Loud Voices

Jane had been a bit embarrassed by a previous "unscheduled" session where Seth’s voice got a bit... boisterous. Seth cleared the air on how the "mechanics" of communication work.

• The Ego Exit: Unscheduled sessions help Jane’s ego stand aside. When Seth’s "spirits or moods" sweep her along, the communication gets clearer.
• The Energy Pool: When people gather for a session, they create a "pooling of energy." Jane then "dips into this energy pool" to facilitate telepathy and clairvoyance.
• Volume Control: Seth admits he’s still practicing with Jane’s "voice mechanisms." Sometimes the energy build-up is hard to control, leading to those loud volumes that make the neighbors wonder what's going on.

The Psychic Spy Tests (Dr. Instream and the Envelope)

The session moved into some "real-world" testing involving a Dr. Instream and a sealed envelope provided by Rob (referred to as Joseph).

• The Instream Impressions: Seth "saw" Dr. Instream in a large brick building, sitting a few seats from an aisle in a room with a speaker and slides.
• The Envelope Mystery: Rob hid a 25-cent money order inside double envelopes. Seth managed to pick up several specific details:
  • He mentioned "something two times, in duplicate, or as twins" (The money order had a large red "TWO" stamped on it).
  • He sensed a "landscape of a landscape" (The money order was for watercolor paper Rob wanted to use for painting landscapes).
  • He correctly identified initials "R. B." and the concept of "water" (The couple lived on Water Street).

Predictions and Parting Vibes

Seth closed out the night with some hits and "maybe later" predictions.

• Cosmopolitan Magazine: Even though Jane got a rejection slip that day, Seth insisted the material would be remembered later to her benefit.
• The Kitchen Expansion: Seth gave a thumbs-up to their hopes for a kitchen renovation, saying, "I believe it likely that you will get your kitchen extension."
• Health Alert: A quick heads-up was given regarding the health of Jane’s friend, Blanche Price.

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