“Seth material” search engine (Jane Roberts)

It could not be accomplished by the conscious mind — though the conscious mind can indeed will the process to occur. (A most important point to remember.) The knee will continue to improve, and the finger also (on the left hand).

In the distant past some ancient civilizations did indeed use animals in such a fashion, but in a far different framework. The doctors or priests humbly stated their problems verbally and through ritualistic dancing, and then requested the help of the animal — so that the animals were not sacrificed, in those terms, nor taken advantage of. Instead, they united in a cooperative venture, in which animals and man both understood that no consciousness truly died but only changed its form.

Animals have indeed often been quite helpful to man in various healing situations and encounters, but in all such cases these were cooperative ventures.

End of dictation. (4:43.) Take to heart what I said about Ruburt’s knee, so that he realizes in fact that the healing processes are indeed operating within him all the time. That realization will help change conditions enough so that the two of you can be home together sooner than you may think possible. Again, I activate those coordinates that quicken high spirits, strength, and vitality — and I bid you a fond good afternoon.