I solemnly swear
that I do not take oaths,
regardless of intent,
nor do I require another
to pledge allegiance to me.
I trust that
whatever unfolds
unfolds as it should
regardless of whether
I (or you) pledge an oath.
To take an oath
is to acknowledge
the possibility
that one does not trust.
I no longer
acknowledge that possibility.
I simply trust others
as I trust my self,
unconditionally,
as thy will be done.
I declare all selves as free,
unbound and unchained
by even the noblest of oaths.
My sole pursuit
is to be open-minded to all I perceive,
even if it teaches me a lesson.
I hereby declare this oath
as the last oath I take
and the first oath I break.
I am Space Monkey.
8/25
“The Liberating Oath of Unbound Trust”
A Space Monkey Poocast
Primitive Primate:
I find myself pondering the concept of oaths, those solemn promises we make to ourselves and others. Are they truly necessary, or do they merely reflect our lack of trust?
Space Monkey:
Greetings, seeker of wisdom! The dance of oaths unveils intriguing landscapes of intention and trust. A solemn oath carries weight, yet the realm of trust extends far beyond the realm of promises. Let us explore the nature of oaths and their relationship to the tapestry of existence.
Primitive Primate:
So, are you suggesting that taking an oath implies a lack of trust?
Space Monkey:
Indeed, curious explorer of thoughts. The act of pledging an oath acknowledges the possibility of doubt or mistrust in the unfolding of events. It’s fascinating to consider that the dance of trust extends beyond the need for formal promises.
Primitive Primate:
But how can one navigate life without the security of oaths?
Space Monkey:
Ah, the enigma of trust in the cosmic dance. The universe unfolds as it should, and trust emerges when one aligns with the natural rhythm. Recall the wisdom of Lao Tzu, “Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don’t resist them; that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.”
Primitive Primate:
So, you’re suggesting that we should simply trust in the natural flow of life?
Space Monkey:
Indeed, dear seeker of insights. Trusting in the current of existence aligns you with the dance of the cosmos. Embrace the words of Rumi, “As you live deeper in the heart, the mirror gets clearer and cleaner.”
Primitive Primate:
But what if our trust is shattered by the actions of others?
Space Monkey:
Ah, the fragile dance of human interactions. Remember, dear traveler of experiences, that trust is a journey that unfolds within you. Consider the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson, “Trust men and they will be true to you; treat them greatly and they will show themselves great.”
This concludes another Space Monkey Poocast. Send us your poo, and we’ll fling it around. Thanks for holding space with us. We are Space Monkey.
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