Session 205, November 3, 1965: The Mechanics of Psychic Communication

The Vibe Check: Logic vs. Vitality

Seth spends a good chunk of the evening explaining why being a "try-hard" is the ultimate buzzkill for psychic work. Apparently, over-analyzing the process is like trying to enjoy a party by reading the instructional manual.

• Intellect vs. Emotion: Seth clarifies that while the intellect is great for filing paperwork and tabulating results, it’s useless for actually making "contact." He suggests substituting the word "emotions" with "vitality" if the former feels too "touchy-feely."
• The Spontaneity Block: When Jane (Ruburt) tries too hard to be accurate, she accidentally builds a mental wall. Seth emphasizes that the process should feel more like a "game" than a grueling exam.
• Quote on Intellectualism: "The intellect... has little to do however with the framework within which our tests take place. The idea of a game will indeed work more to our advantage, for this is not an intellectual exercise."
• Advice for the Dr.: Seth advises Dr. Instream to stop "thinking at" them and start "feeling toward" them.

Recent Wins and Psychic Flexes

Before diving into the new stuff, the session highlights some recent "hits" that prove this isn't just lucky guessing. Seth likes to keep a scorecard to boost Ruburt’s confidence.

• The Mayor Prediction: In a previous session, Seth called the Elmira mayoral race for Howard Kimball. Lo and behold, Kimball won on November 2nd.
• Specific Hits: Seth reminds everyone about the "three-dollar cab fare" and the "right-hand turn" from previous tests with other subjects, which were verified as 100% accurate.
• John Bradley (Philip): Recent sessions correctly predicted a raise and gave accurate descriptions of other salesmen in Bradley’s orbit.
• Quote on Success: "We have been progressing, actually at a good consistent rate, considering the fact that no tests of any kind have ever been attempted before we became acquainted with Dr. Instream."

Remote Viewing: What’s Dr. Instream Doing?

During the session, Seth takes a "peek" at what Dr. Instream is up to in real-time. It’s a bit like a 1960s version of a Zoom call, but with more "vibes" and fewer technical glitches.

• The Wardrobe: Seth sees the Doctor in a white shirt with the sleeves rumpled toward the cuffs—not quite rolled up, just messy.
• The Office Decor: Seth picks up on a dark desk and a very specific wastepaper basket made of crisscrossing wires that looks like the top of a flowerpot.
• The "Wisteria" Mystery: The word "wisteria" pops into the communication, along with a heavy, dark green (almost black) ornament.
• The Timepiece: Seth spots a round watch that looks like it used to have a chain attached to it.

Future Experiments and Parting Thoughts

The session wraps up with some homework and a little bit of career coaching for Jane.

• The Dream Recorder: Seth proposes a new experiment involving a recorder and dream examination. He’s not a taskmaster, though—he says three nights a week is plenty.
• Career Forecast: Seth predicts another short-story sale for Jane in the near future.
• Seth's Mood: Despite the slow pace of the session, Seth seems to be having a blast.
• Final Quote: "My best regards to all of you. I feel quite frisky if you two do not."

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