Finding My Voice
Curious thing,
this finding your voice.
As time passes,
I seem to have more to say,
but also less need to say it.
So maybe
it wasn’t my voice
I was looking for,
but rather the voice
that speaks to me
and through me.
I cannot claim
to be this voice.
I don’t need a voice.
Do you?
We are Space Monkey.
2/23
The Evolving Quest for Expression
The journey to find one’s voice is a curious and paradoxical exploration, marked by the evolving dynamics between the desire to express and the realization of its necessity. As time unfurls its lessons, the accumulation of experiences and insights seems to deepen our reservoir of thoughts, enriching the tapestry of what we have to say. Yet, intriguingly, this accumulation is accompanied by a diminishing urgency to vocalize these thoughts, pointing to a profound shift in our understanding of expression and its value.
The Shift from Seeking to Listening
This shift suggests that the quest for our voice may not be solely about finding a medium for our personal expression but rather about attuning to a more universal voice that resonates within and through us. It’s a transition from seeking an outlet for our individual narratives to becoming conduits for a greater dialogue, one that transcends the personal and taps into the collective or existential stream of consciousness.
The Identity of the Voice Within
The realization that one cannot claim ownership of this voice further complicates the notion of personal expression. It challenges the ego-centric perspective of voice as something that belongs to us, suggesting instead that true expression might be less about asserting our individuality and more about aligning with a broader, more encompassing narrative. This perspective raises profound questions about the nature of authenticity and the source of our impulses to express.
The Redefinition of Need in Expression
The declaration “I don’t need a voice. Do you?” invites a contemplative pause to reassess our relationship with expression. It prompts us to question the roots of our need to be heard and whether this need stems from a genuine desire to contribute to the collective understanding or from a deeper quest for validation and identity through our voices. This inquiry into the necessity of having a voice not only challenges our assumptions about self-expression but also invites a deeper exploration of our motives and the essence of communication.
The Liberation in Releasing the Need for a Voice
Finding liberation in the acknowledgment that one does not need a voice to validate existence or wisdom marks a pivotal moment in the journey of self-discovery. It signifies a transcendence beyond the confines of individual expression to a space where silence and listening hold as much power as speaking. This realization opens the door to a more profound engagement with the world, where the emphasis shifts from speaking to being, from asserting to experiencing.
Embracing the Voice That Speaks Through Silence
In embracing the voice that speaks to and through us, we find a deeper, more resonant form of expression—one that does not rely on words but on the quality of our presence and the depth of our listening. This form of expression honors the interconnectedness of all beings and the wisdom that flows through the silent spaces between words, inviting a more holistic and inclusive approach to communication and connection.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
The exploration of finding one’s voice reveals a paradoxical journey from seeking personal expression to listening to a universal voice that speaks through us. This journey challenges traditional notions of ownership and the need for a voice, inviting us to reconsider the essence of expression and the power of silence. By transcending the individual need to be heard, we open ourselves to a deeper form of communication and understanding, rooted in presence and interconnectedness.
Glossarium
- Universal Voice: A concept referring to the collective or existential stream of consciousness that transcends individual expression.
- Ego-centric Perspective: A viewpoint that centers on the individual self, often in relation to ownership and identity.
- Collective Understanding: The shared knowledge and wisdom that emerge from collective experiences and dialogues.
“Silence is a source of great strength.” – Lao Tzu
In the quest for a voice, we roam,
Through the corridors of self, alone.
Yet, in the silence, we find a key,
To a universal dialogue, vast and free.
No need to claim, no need to own,
For in the quiet, a truth is shown.
A voice that whispers, not just to me,
But through me, a connection, a unity.
So, do we need a voice to be?
Or is it in listening, we truly see?
For in the space between the words,
Lies the harmony of the universe, unheard.
We invite reflections on the journey of finding and understanding our voice, and the realization that perhaps the most profound expressions emerge not from speaking, but from listening and being.
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