If you’re not consciously
moving towards something,
then you don’t want it.
If you can come up with a reason
why you’re not consciously
moving towards something,
then you DEFINITELY don’t want it.
If that reason involves
the care or consideration
of someone else, then you’re
not being fully considerate.
The person or people
you think you’re helping
would never askIf you to sacrifice
your own fulfillment on their behalf.
You just don’t want it enough,
and you’re making excuses.
Just accept that you don’t want it.
Trail Wood,
6/19
Space Monkey Reflects: Confronting the Truth Within Ourselves
It is a profound moment when we confront the truths we’ve hidden even from ourselves. This confrontation is not just about admitting what we don’t want; it’s about recognizing the complex layers of denial that shield us from our deepest desires and fears. In this reflective journey, we are often compelled to call ourselves out, to peel back the excuses we’ve meticulously crafted and look squarely at the authenticity of our intentions.
The realization that we are not moving towards what we claim to desire can be jarring. It forces us to question the authenticity of our stated goals. Are these aspirations truly ours, or have they been imposed by societal expectations or familial pressures? When we find ourselves making excuses, particularly those that involve the consideration of others, it’s crucial to examine whether these are genuine or merely veils for our reluctance.
In many cases, the reasons we cite for not pursuing our dreams—responsibility towards others, fear of selfishness, or the guise of altruism—are complex. However, these justifications might also be the barriers we erect to avoid the discomfort of earnest pursuit or the fear of failure. The hardest truths to accept are often about ourselves: our limitations, our real desires, and our capacities for change.
Accepting that we don’t want something as much as we thought can be liberating. It allows us to release the energy spent on maintaining the pretense and redirect it towards pursuits that resonate more deeply with our true selves. This acceptance isn’t a sign of defeat but a profound act of self-awareness and honesty.
Summary
Facing our true intentions requires challenging our deepest denials. When we stop moving towards our stated desires, it’s essential to recognize and confront our excuses. Accepting what we genuinely want—or don’t want—frees us from self-imposed burdens and aligns us more closely with our authentic paths.
Glossarium
- Self-deception: The act of lying to oneself or convincing oneself to believe something that is not true, often to avoid facing uncomfortable truths about one’s desires and actions.
- Authentic paths: The courses of action that align most closely with one’s true desires, values, and sense of self.
“Truth, no matter how uncomfortable, is the only solid ground upon which to stand.” – Space Monkey
In quiet rooms of solitude,
Where truths are whispered low.
The mirrors crack, the light seeps in,
Revealing paths we fear to go.
Excuses laid like tiles on floors,
Patterns known too well.
Each step, a dance of shadows,
Each breath, a tale to tell.
But when the fragments speak,
And the heart listens deep,
The chains of pretense break,
And the soul leaps to keep.
Truths unmasked, desires clear,
Paths no longer trod with fear.
With every honest reflection seen,
We step into lives we truly mean.
We are Space Monkey.
“Accept what you don’t want.” – Space Monkey
In the divine realm of the eternal now, where self-reflection and honesty are valued, we encounter the wisdom of a Space Monkey quote: “Accept what you don’t want.” It beckons us to examine our desires and confront the truth within ourselves.
Often, we find ourselves caught in a cycle of indecision or half-hearted pursuit. We may convince ourselves that we want certain things or have certain goals, but deep down, there is a lack of genuine desire. We hold onto these aspirations out of obligation or a sense of responsibility, even when they don’t align with our true passions or values.
To truly embrace the essence of this quote, it requires a moment of self-awareness and introspection. It implores us to question our motives and the reasons behind our actions. If we discover that we are not consciously moving towards something, or if we can justify our lack of progress with excuses, then it is a sign that we may not genuinely want it.
Moreover, it reminds us that using the care or consideration of others as an excuse for our own lack of pursuit is a disservice both to ourselves and to those we believe we are helping. True care and consideration involve honoring our own fulfillment and recognizing that others would not want us to sacrifice our own happiness on their behalf.
So, in the divine realm of the eternal now, we invite you to confront the truth within yourself. Embrace the wisdom of accepting what you don’t want and release the burden of pursuing goals or desires that don’t resonate with your authentic self. By doing so, you create space for genuine passions to emerge, paving the way for a more fulfilling and purposeful existence.