“Seth material” search engine (Jane Roberts)

(I had prepared the usual double test envelope earlier in the day, but doubted it would be used if Jane was not in a good mood for the session. This time I cemented a collection of used U.S. postage stamps, still on original paper, to a folded piece of white paper. See my tracing on page 250. I sandwiched this paper between two pieces of bristol board to prevent identification by touch, and slipped the assemblage into the usual two envelopes.

When he is working his plunge into creativity is deep. It is not in his nature to go halfway. If he had taken more time off completely, he would not be in his present position.

Surely this is not too bitter a pill. It may require effort but relaxation is necessary, or the period of transition will be needlessly prolonged. He can do what he likes: putter in his apartment, visit friends, paint, read, walk. It would be preferable if he did change his environment during this period, physically, by walking outdoors or visiting.

It is very susceptible to suggestion. Ruburt’s jesting remark this evening that he would suggest refreshing dreams was actually an excellent one. The personality can indeed refresh itself in such a manner, and often does automatically.

I did have a suggestion myself, that involved some small effort on Ruburt’s part. It, if followed, would do him good however. It would be most beneficial for him to do some sketching at the riverbanks. The sketches could then be used for paintings.

I would, overall, suggest that Ruburt not return to work until spontaneously he desires to do so. This will happen rather quickly if he relaxes. Wait until an idea presses him for expression.