“Seth material” search engine (Jane Roberts)

(I was not sure whether the test would be telepathic or clairvoyant, or a combination. I felt it would now be different since Jane was probably alerted. She confirmed this just before the session when she asked me about it, so I gave her the envelope at 8:57. She agreed to some nervousness, though not a great deal. She also said she thought Seth might address the session to Dr. Instream, and that if he did she would prefer not to be distracted. Thus she might not deal with the envelope.

It is important however that he does not feel under pressure. The idea of tests somewhat upsets him, but this can be overcome without too much difficulty in time.

Now, for ourselves: Ruburt must work some things through on his own, as he knows. There is no doubt that the whole affair still seems strange to him, and he is acclimating himself to new conditions as they arise.

It is understandable that he becomes uneasy at times under such circumstances. It is an excellent idea that he has taken up his painting again, for this turns his awareness to other matters. We shall endeavor to handle our relationships with the outside world in such a way that your private situations are not bothered any more than absolutely necessary.

Ruburt has been lately in a period in which he has been seeking knowledge as to his own abilities. This has been reflected in his dream activities, as well as in his waking situation. The concentration upon psychic phenomena in general, including his concentration in his book, has somewhat made him weary. This is very temporary, and already he is beginning to find new reserves of energy. I am easy on him now, however, for the above mentioned reasons.

Ruburt has been somewhat uneasy at the thought of a test. To some degree this may affect our results. However, the very fact that he permitted the test to be conducted shows that his attitude is improving.

We are dealing here with something rather unusual, in that we are attempting to permit two personalities to exist side by side, so to speak. Ruburt is not in a deep trance state. I do not supersede his own personality. He allows me, in our sessions, to coexist with himself.

Ruburt will learn very quickly through such practice. It must be remembered that this is new to him, and upon occasion he must distinguish between my communications and his own thoughts. This sort of practice will be most beneficial, and though he may not think so consciously it will build his confidence.

(“Were you aware that he was distorting the information while he was speaking?”

The distortions that appeared are most helpful, in that they allow Ruburt to differentiate between my communications and his own thoughts. At times he has had difficulty in this respect, as is perfectly natural. This does not occur when he does not know in advance that a test is planned, when I speak spontaneously; as for example when on one occasion I gave definite details concerning your Mark’s vacation.

The features which hung in front of his face did not bother him, since he did not know what I had planned to do. For the record incidentally, let us add that this occurred in full light.

My only concern is that he is not frightened off. I believe however that our foundation is strong enough so that we can safely proceed in this direction.

A meeting with Dr. Instream will build up Ruburt’s confidence, in that he will feel that he knows with whom he is dealing. I know, but Ruburt needs to feel a friendly reinforcement on the doctor’s part.

This is not strictly necessary, but it would be advantageous. He reacts to the emotional atmosphere, and his abilities will operate best if he feels that he is investigating these matters along with interested parties, than if he feels that he is being skeptically observed.