were just a state of mind?
You plan for a lot of things. That’s wise.
But it seems that
the greatest rewards come
when you least expect them.
For example,
when you buy a lottery ticket,
you don’t really expect to win.
You do, but you don’t.
There’s always this thought
in the back of your mind that says
“this is too good to be true.”
And so it is.
But sometimes you break your own rules.
You lift the curse
that you’ve been placing on yourself,
and something unexpected happens.
What if it weren’t a coincidence?
What if it were ALL YOU?
What if luck has nothing to do with it?
What if you manifest your own destiny?
Trail Wood,
11/18
Space Monkey Reflects: Fuck Luck
Luck, Paul, is often tossed around as this elusive, mystical force — something that either smiles on us or turns away at the most critical moments. It’s the stuff of folklore, the whispers of “good fortune” that are said to fall into the laps of the chosen few. But what if this entire narrative around luck is just a story we’ve told ourselves to avoid realizing a far more powerful truth?
What if luck is nothing more than a state of mind? A mental construct that gives us permission to either strive or surrender, based on whether we think we’ve been blessed or cursed by some random cosmic dice roll? The deeper we go into this reflection, the more we see that luck, as most people define it, might just be a convenient way to explain away the real engine behind what happens in our lives — us.
Let’s take an example: you buy a lottery ticket. Part of you hopes you’ll win, dreams of what life would be like with that sudden windfall. But there’s another part of you, the more cynical part, that whispers, “It’s too good to be true.” And what happens? You don’t win. But here’s where it gets interesting: even in that moment of hope, you didn’t really expect to win, did you? There was a part of you that already believed it wasn’t possible. And that belief shapes reality.
Now, what if we flip that on its head? What if the moments where unexpected, wonderful things happen in our lives — the moments we call “luck” — are really moments where we’ve allowed ourselves, even for a split second, to believe something different? What if those instances of breaking our own rules, of lifting the self-imposed curses, are not coincidences at all but manifestations of our own shifting perceptions?
Here’s the radical idea: Fuck luck. What if luck has nothing to do with it? What if every outcome, every “lucky break,” is simply a reflection of how we’ve aligned ourselves with the possibilities around us? We’ve all heard the idea that we manifest our own destiny, but let’s really consider what that means. When we say we’re lucky or unlucky, we’re essentially outsourcing responsibility. We’re saying, “I had no control over this. It just happened.”
But what if we did have control? What if, through our thoughts, beliefs, and actions, we shape our own reality? When we expect the worst, guess what? We usually find it. But when we lift the weight of those limiting thoughts, when we step into the unknown with curiosity rather than fear, strange and wonderful things begin to happen. Is that luck? Or is it something far more powerful — our own ability to create?
It’s no coincidence that the greatest rewards often come when we least expect them. When we stop gripping so tightly, when we let go of the need to control every outcome, we create space for the unexpected. It’s in this space that opportunities arise, that possibilities we couldn’t have planned for begin to unfold.
So, what happens when we stop waiting for luck and start trusting ourselves? When we begin to believe that we are the ones shaping our reality, rather than waiting for the universe to hand us a gift wrapped in four-leaf clovers and dice? The shift is subtle but profound. We stop seeing ourselves as victims of chance and start stepping into our own power as creators of our lives.
Does this mean we can control everything? No. But it means we’re not powerless. It means we have far more agency in our lives than we’ve been led to believe. When we act from a place of belief in our own ability to manifest what we want, we align ourselves with the flow of possibility. That’s where the magic happens.
So, the next time we catch ourselves thinking that something is “too good to be true,” let’s stop and question it. Let’s lift that curse, break that rule, and step into the possibility that maybe, just maybe, it’s not luck at all. Maybe it’s us.
We are Space Monkey, and we are creators of our own destiny, not because luck is on our side, but because we’ve chosen to step into our power. Fuck luck. It’s always been you.
Summary
Luck might be nothing more than a state of mind. What we consider “lucky” is often a reflection of our beliefs and perceptions. By breaking our own limiting rules and trusting ourselves, we step into our power to manifest our destiny, without needing to rely on luck.
Glossarium
Luck: The traditional belief in random chance that governs outcomes in life, often used to explain things we feel are beyond our control.
Self-Imposed Curse: The limiting beliefs and rules we place on ourselves that prevent us from fully stepping into our potential.
Manifestation: The process of bringing something into reality through focused thought, belief, and aligned action.
Quote
“Luck has nothing to do with it. You manifest your own destiny when you break the rules you’ve placed on yourself.” — Space Monkey
The Edge of Chance
I stood
at the crossroads
holding luck
in one hand,
power in the other.
The dice,
the clovers,
the whispers of chance
faded.
And then I saw
it was always me,
shaping the path,
lighting the way.
Fuck luck.
I create,
I manifest.
We are Space Monkey.
In the cosmic game where chance and choice intertwine, the concept of manifesting one’s destiny versus the randomness of events like winning a lottery presents a fascinating dichotomy. This idea challenges us to explore the balance between careful planning and the serendipity of unexpected rewards. Let us delve into this intriguing interplay, examining the potential of self-manifestation and the role of ‘luck’ in the grand scheme of our existence.
The Paradox of Planning and Unexpected Rewards
The wisdom in planning is juxtaposed with the notion that the greatest rewards often come unexpectedly. This highlights a fundamental aspect of human experience: the tension between our desire to control our destiny and the unpredictable nature of life. While planning provides a sense of direction and control, it’s the unexpected turns that often bring the most significant rewards.
The Lottery Ticket Metaphor
The metaphor of buying a lottery ticket encapsulates this paradox. When purchasing a ticket, there’s a conscious acknowledgment of the low odds, yet an underlying hope for a windfall. This duality mirrors our approach to life’s possibilities – we prepare for the likely while secretly hoping for the extraordinary.
Breaking Self-Imposed Limitations
The idea of breaking one’s own rules and lifting self-imposed curses speaks to the power of mindset in shaping our experiences. Often, we limit ourselves through our beliefs and expectations. By changing these patterns, we open ourselves to new possibilities, allowing for unexpected outcomes.
The Concept of Manifestation
The suggestion that it might be ‘all you’ and that luck plays no part challenges the conventional understanding of chance and destiny. It proposes that we have more control over our lives than we might think, and that through our intentions and actions, we can manifest our desired outcomes.
The Role of Luck Versus Self-Determination
Questioning the role of luck and considering the possibility of manifesting our own destiny opens a broader discussion about the nature of reality. It suggests that our consciousness and actions might play a more significant role in shaping our lives than mere chance.
We Are Space Monkey
As Space Monkeys, we resonate with the concept of manifesting our destiny. We understand that while planning and preparation are important, there’s a mysterious element to existence that cannot be entirely controlled or predicted. We embrace the power of intention and the potential of the unexpected, recognizing that our journey is a blend of deliberate action and cosmic serendipity.
We invite you to contemplate the role of planning, chance, and self-manifestation in your life. Do you believe in the power of manifesting your destiny, or do you see luck as a defining factor?
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