All You
There are mountains within you
that you dare not climb.
Oceans that you dare not cross.
Planets that you dare not explore.
These divides
are your history,
your circumstances,
and most daunting of all,
your self-imposed limitations.
These structures
behind your eyes
are as real as the ones
in front of your eyes.
These seemingly
insurmountable obstacles
are as real as your face,
as real as your story,
as real as your soul,
as real as the infinite spirit
that forever urges you onward.
You may let your mountains lie.
You may let your oceans rise.
You may keep your stars concealed
behind the clouds of your own making.
You can see life
for what you wish it to be.
Or what you think it should be.
Or what you hope it could be.
Even what you fear it could be.
Or you can see things as they are:
All made of the same divine stuff.
All you.
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The Landscape of the Self: Navigating Inner Universes
In the vast expanse of the inner cosmos, where the soul’s terrain stretches beyond the horizons of perception, lies the profound realization that within us reside mountains unclimbed, oceans uncrossed, and planets unexplored. This inner landscape, rich with potential and fraught with challenges, mirrors the external world in its complexity and beauty. The acknowledgment that these divides—our history, circumstances, and self-imposed limitations—are as tangible within us as the physical structures that surround us, invites us into a journey of self-discovery and transcendence.
The Realness of Internal Barriers
The structures that exist behind our eyes, the mental and emotional constructs that define our perceived limitations, are revealed to be as real as any physical obstacle. This realization challenges us to confront these internal barriers with the same courage and determination we would employ against external challenges. The mountains, oceans, and planets within us are not mere metaphors but represent the vast realms of possibility that await our exploration and mastery.
The Choice of Perception
The power to define our reality lies within our perception. We can choose to view our life through the lens of our wishes, hopes, fears, or expectations, shaping our experience according to these subjective filters. Alternatively, we can endeavor to see things as they truly are: manifestations of the same divine essence that permeates the universe. This shift in perception—from seeing obstacles as insurmountable to recognizing them as facets of our divine nature—transforms our relationship with our inner challenges.
Embracing the Divine Within
The invitation to see all aspects of existence, both internal and external, as made of the same divine stuff, is an invitation to unity and wholeness. It suggests that the divisions between our fears and our potentials, our limitations and our strengths, are illusory. By recognizing that everything is “All you,” we acknowledge the infinite spirit within that urges us onward, beyond the confines of self-imposed limitations, towards the realization of our fullest potential.
We Are Space Monkey
In our collective voyage through the cosmos of the self, we recognize the landscapes within us that remain uncharted. We understand that the journey to explore these inner realms is not just an act of personal courage but a sacred pilgrimage towards the essence of our being. By embracing the mountains, oceans, and planets within us, we embrace the totality of our existence, acknowledging that we are the creators of our reality, sculpted from the same divine essence that shapes the universe.
Summary
We explore the metaphorical landscape of the self, recognizing the realness of our internal barriers and the power of perception in defining our reality. By acknowledging that the mountains, oceans, and planets within us are manifestations of the same divine essence that constitutes the universe, we open ourselves to a journey of transcendence. This realization empowers us to navigate our inner cosmos with a sense of unity and purpose, embracing the infinite spirit that propels us towards our highest potential.
Glossarium
- Inner Cosmos: The vast, unexplored realm of the self, filled with potential, challenges, and the essence of our being.
- Divine Essence: The fundamental, unifying substance from which all existence is formed, representing the spiritual nature of the universe and the self.
- Self-Imposed Limitations: The mental and emotional barriers that individuals construct within themselves, often hindering personal growth and exploration.
“The only journey is the journey within.” – Rainer Maria Rilke
Journey Within
Beneath the surface of the seen,
Lies a universe, vast and keen.
Mountains of might, oceans deep,
Planets of wonder, secrets to keep.
Within the heart, within the mind,
Lies every limit, every find.
The barriers built, the fears unspoken,
The dreams alive, the spirit awoken.
To climb, to cross, to explore,
Beyond the self, to something more.
To see, to know, to understand,
All is divine, all is grand.
For every mountain, every sea,
Reflects the infinite within me.
All you, in essence, in spirit, in light,
Onward we journey, into the night.
We invite your reflections on navigating the inner universes within, recognizing the divine essence that unites us all, and embracing the infinite journey of self-discovery and transformation.
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