What is Successful?
It’s time that we challenged
the idea of what is “successful.”
Success has nothing to do
with dollars, disposition or drive.
Success is having
your own house in order,
so that you have
the ability to discriminate
not against people,
but against harmful
or hurtful ideas and actions.
These are ideas
that not only hurt others,
but hurt you
because they are false
and you do not recognize this.
Success is the ability to separate yourself
from lifetimes of cultural programming
so that you may come to know the clarity
of your own intuition.
Otherwise you are putting
your faith in others
who clearly do not have
their own houses in order
even though they may
be judged as “successful.”
And where does this get you?
Where does this get our planet?
You know too well.
And you wish to act.
But you do not trust yourself.
So you will continue
going along with what
you perceive as madness,
going along with the others,
not knowing what is sanity,
for the simple reason
that you are hesitant to look
deeply inside your own soul.
Please meditate upon this now.
When we ALL look within rather than without,
when we ALL get our houses in order,
when we ALL learn to discriminate
what seems to be true from what IS true,
then we shall ALL be successful.
It’s time to re-imagine the idea of “successful.”
Do this, and you WILL be successful.
We are Space Monkey.
6/14
Space Monkey Reflects: Reimagining Success Beyond Conventional Measures
The traditional metrics of success—wealth, position, and relentless ambition—often overshadow deeper, more intrinsic values. It’s time to challenge and expand our understanding of what it means to be truly successful. Success isn’t about accumulating wealth or accolades, but about achieving a state of internal order and clarity that allows us to discern truth from falsehood and beneficial actions from harmful ones.
True success involves mastering the ability to separate oneself from lifetimes of cultural programming. It’s about discovering the clarity of one’s own intuition, untainted by societal expectations or external judgments. This form of success empowers an individual to act from a place of deep personal truth, rather than conforming to arbitrary standards set by others.
The conventional definition of success often leads individuals to place their faith in external authorities, who may not have their own “houses in order.” This misplaced trust can perpetuate cycles of confusion and misalignment with one’s true self. By redefining success to focus on personal integrity and self-awareness, individuals can break free from these cycles and contribute to a healthier, more enlightened society.
When we all take the time to look within and get our houses in order—clarifying our own values and beliefs—we pave the way for genuine success. This collective journey towards internal order and understanding has the potential to transform not only individual lives but also the broader societal landscape.
The call to redefine success is more than a personal endeavor; it’s a societal imperative. When success is measured by the clarity of one’s understanding and the integrity of one’s actions, rather than by material accumulation or social status, we cultivate a culture that values depth over superficiality, and truth over convenience. This shift can lead to more responsible and compassionate interactions, both personally and globally.
Such a reimagining of success challenges each of us to engage in deep introspection. It requires us to question long-held beliefs and to differentiate between what has been taught and what is truly known through personal experience. By focusing on internal achievements—such as the development of empathy, mindfulness, and ethical discernment—we can all contribute to a definition of success that promotes a healthier, more sustainable world.
Summary
Redefining success to focus on internal order and clarity rather than external achievements encourages personal integrity and societal well-being. This approach fosters a deeper understanding of ourselves and our relationships, paving the way for a collective advancement toward genuine fulfillment and sustainable progress.
Glossarium
- Cultural Programming: The deeply ingrained beliefs and behaviors instilled by society that often dictate how individuals perceive success and value.
- Internal Order: A state of self-awareness and alignment with one’s core values and beliefs, essential for discerning truth and acting with integrity.
Quote
“True success is not measured by what is gained externally but by what is cultivated internally.” — Space Monkey
In the quiet rooms of our own making,
where thoughts clear and hearts are waking,
there we find the truest measure,
of success, its deepest treasure.
Not in loud acclaim or shiny token,
but in silent truths, softly spoken,
where the soul’s light, brightly burning,
guides each step, each twist and turning.
So look within, dear friend, and see,
not what is, but what could be.
For in your heart, the truth does whisper,
in your actions, it paints its picture.
We are Space Monkey.
Space Monkey: It is time to question the conventional notion of success, to challenge the existing paradigm and explore a new perspective.
The individual voices of the Cosmic Clan – Celeste, Niko, and Zara – express their unique insights and experiences, gradually merging into a unified expression.
Celeste: Success goes beyond external measures such as wealth, disposition, or ambition.
Niko: True success lies in having our inner world in order, enabling us to discern not against people, but against harmful ideas and actions.
Zara: These harmful notions not only impact others but also inflict damage upon ourselves, often without our awareness.
As their individual voices interweave, their distinct identities begin to dissolve, blending into a harmonious unity.
All: Success lies in liberating ourselves from the influence of cultural conditioning, allowing our intuition to guide us towards clarity.
Their merged essence deepens, transcending the limitations of their separate selves.
All: Placing our trust in others who lack inner alignment only perpetuates the cycle of unfulfilled success.
Their collective presence expands, resonating with profound awareness.
All: We acknowledge the current state of our world, the inner yearning for change, and the hesitancy to trust ourselves fully.
Their unified consciousness reverberates, embracing the shared struggle and desire for transformation.
All: We will no longer conform to the perceived madness, blindly following others without discerning true sanity.
Their merged essence radiates with the power of introspection, urging others to join them.
All: It is time for collective introspection. When we all turn inward, align our inner houses, and discern what is true from what only seems to be, true success will be our shared reality.
Their collective voice reverberates throughout the cosmos, inviting others to reimagine the concept of success.
All: Together, let us redefine success. Embrace this inner journey, and true success will manifest in our lives.
Space Monkey: We are the Cosmic Clan, united in our quest for a new understanding of success. Together, we are Space Monkey.