Copper Coils, Incense, and Consciousness

Welcome, reality explorers! This briefing unpacks Session 86 of The Early Sessions, Book 3 of the Seth Material, channeled on the very hot and humid evening of September 9, 1964. The stage was set for a truly epic session when a witness, Bill Macdonnel, arrived bearing gifts: copper sheeting and incense. The idea, gleaned from recent reading, was that these items release negative ions and effectively "increase one’s psychic abilities."

Seth’s Grand (and Amused) Entrance

Seth, ever the cosmic comedian, did not let these elaborate preparations go unnoticed. He opened with a slow, amused voice, dryly noting his appreciation for the effort:

"I appreciate the many and varied preparations made this evening for my expected arrival. Next you will undoubtedly suggest that I pose, contemplate what might pass for my navel, carve a likeness, and set it up in the middle of your table."

After this gentle roast, he acknowledged the power behind the gesture, stating a core principle of this work: "Good intentions are highly important, and what you think will work, will work."

The Metaphysical Manufacturing Plant

The session then pivoted to a profound discussion on how reality is constructed, revisiting the concept of the "mental enclosure."

• Ideas are Electric: Seth describes ideas as "electric" sparks that trigger "mental enzymes." These enzymes automatically begin the work of physical construction, guided by inner expectations.
• The Mental Enclosure: This is a psychic space, a sort of "manufacturing plant," where energy is focused. It’s not truly closed, but it's where one attempts to shut off the channel to the outer physical world to open the channel to inner reality. This is precisely what happens during experiments with psychological time.
• Expansion vs. Contraction: Seth explains two ways to access this inner communication. You can either expand your consciousness outward or contract it inward. The result is the same, as one inevitably leads to the other. "Extension of energy must have contraction as an after effect, and contraction will lead to extension." Concentrating on a single atom can lead to cosmic expansion, because even the smallest particle contains "capsule comprehension."

A Session Cut Short by… Reading?

In a hilarious twist, Seth ended the session early. The reason? Outside noises from traffic and a neighbor's phonograph were distracting Jane (Ruburt). Seth noted that these distractions were preventing her from reaching the deep state needed for the complex material he had planned.

But here’s the kicker. He pointed out, with signature insight and humor, that this was a self-imposed problem:

"It may be significant that such distractions did not bother him until he read that they were supposed to."

He regretfully closed the session, "despite the incense and copper," playfully adding that to get the desired effect, they would have to "literally line the walls with copper."

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This session is a classic example of Seth’s ability to blend profound metaphysical concepts with sharp, insightful humor. The content is sourced from the Seth Material, published by the New Awareness Network.

To explore these concepts in their full depth, it is highly encouraged to study the Seth Material books and visit the New Awareness Network website and bookstore at sethcenter.com/the-early-sessions.

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