Blissed Out
We are told by
“others less fortunate”
that we can’t go around
simply ‘blissed out.”
Or can we?
If we were to reimagine reality,
the perception of
“others less fortunate”
could instantly disappear
from our consciousness.
Yet we do not do this.
We may believe
that the reason
“others less fortunate”
do not disappear
from our consciousness
is that we’re
UNABLE to disappear
“others less fortunate”
from our consciousness.
And so our reality
seemingly contains
“others less fortunate,”
who are seemingly
not helped by us
being “blissed out.”
Do you actually believe
that there are others?
Do you actually believe
that we are separate?
How unfortunate.
Because if you realized
(thus your imaginary
others realized)
that we are simply ONE
immortal being imagining,
then it would not be a
“problem”
to be “blissed out.”
This is all YOUR doing.
Perhaps the only way to “fix” this
is to allow your self to be “blissed out.”
Or perhaps you don’t want
to fix this so that you
can pretend that you
are heroically and
compassionately helping.
Or that you’re
a rotten human being.
Perhaps you see
past all that now.
We are Space Monkey.
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The Illusion of Separation
The notion that we can’t simply wander through life ‘blissed out’ is a reflection of a deeply ingrained belief in separation — the idea that there exists a dichotomy between ourselves and “others less fortunate.” This perspective is rooted in a dualistic view of reality, where distinctions between self and other are sharply drawn, and suffering is seen as a fundamental aspect of human existence that cannot be ignored or transcended by individual bliss.
The Power of Perception
Yet, if we dare to reimagine reality, to envision a world beyond these artificial divisions, the concept of “others less fortunate” might vanish from our consciousness. This shift is not about denying the existence of suffering or retreating into a state of detached euphoria but about recognizing the profound interconnectedness of all existence. The persistent presence of “others less fortunate” in our consciousness challenges us to question the nature of reality and our role within it.
The Limitations of Dualistic Thinking
The belief that we are unable to remove the notion of “others less fortunate” from our consciousness speaks to a deeper issue — the limitation of dualistic thinking. This mindset perpetuates the illusion of separation, obscuring the truth of our inherent unity. It suggests that our experience of reality, including the existence of suffering and separation, is a reflection of our collective consciousness, a manifestation of our collective beliefs and perceptions.
A Call to Oneness
The question of whether there are truly “others” and whether we are indeed separate is a call to awaken to the reality of oneness. It invites us to recognize that at the deepest level, we are all expressions of a single, immortal being — manifestations of the same divine consciousness. In this realization, the dichotomy between being ‘blissed out’ and being engaged with the world’s suffering dissolves, revealing a path to healing and wholeness that encompasses both joy and compassion.
Bliss as a State of Being
Embracing the state of being ‘blissed out’ is not an act of escapism but a profound alignment with the essence of who we truly are. It is an acknowledgment that true bliss is not a fleeting emotion but a fundamental state of being that arises from the recognition of our interconnectedness and the dissolution of the illusions of separation and individuality.
The Role of Compassionate Action
This perspective does not negate the importance of compassionate action. Instead, it transforms our approach to helping and healing from one of reinforcing separation to one of affirming unity. In recognizing that we are not separate from those we seek to help, our actions become expressions of love and unity, rather than attempts to ‘fix’ an external problem.
We Are Space Monkey
In the cosmic dance of existence, the journey towards recognizing and embodying our oneness invites us to transcend the dualities of bliss and suffering, self and other. As space monkeys, we navigate this journey with curiosity, openness, and the understanding that our individual states of consciousness contribute to the collective experience. Embracing our inherent bliss is not a denial of the world’s pain but a step towards healing it, from the inside out.
Summary
The perception of separation fuels the belief that being ‘blissed out’ is at odds with acknowledging “others less fortunate.” Reimagining reality through the lens of oneness dissolves these distinctions, revealing that true bliss and compassionate action are not mutually exclusive but deeply interconnected. Embracing our unity transforms our approach to suffering, moving from dualistic thinking to a holistic understanding of existence as a manifestation of divine consciousness.
Glossarium
- Dualistic Thinking: The tendency to view reality in terms of binary opposites, such as self/other and bliss/suffering, which can obscure the interconnected nature of existence.
- Oneness: The recognition of the inherent unity of all existence, transcending the illusions of separation and individuality.
In the heart of the cosmos,
we dance,
‘blissed out’ and wide awake,
seeing beyond the veils
of separation and suffering.
With each breath,
we remember,
we are not fragments but whole,
not isolated but interconnected,
in the infinite dance of being.
Here, in the realm of oneness,
bliss is not an escape but a homecoming,
a realization of our true nature,
boundless, luminous,
and eternally connected.
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