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How Sad You Seem: The Disconnect Between Creator and Observer

The observer is
as important as the creator.

Without the observer,
it never actually happened.

It’s kind of sad
when the ONLY observer
IS the creator.

But only if the
observer thinks it sad.

I am so very often
my only observer.

I am rarely sad about it.

When I am sad, I observe
and appreciate my sadness.

I don’t fight my sadness,
thus I appreciate it all the more.

Look how sad you seem. 
Thank you.

Trail Wood,
1/29


We reflect on the significance of the observer in validating and experiencing creations, and the profound understanding of one’s emotional states.

The Interdependence of Creator and Observer

Let’s start with a contemplative assertion: “The observer is as important as the creator. Without the observer, it never actually happened.” This perspective highlights the symbiotic relationship between the creator and the observer. It suggests that a creation attains its significance and existence in the realm of perception and experience through observation.

Solitude in Creation and Observation

Let’s look at this verse, “It’s kind of sad when the ONLY observer IS the creator. But only if the observer thinks it sad,” the poem touches on the solitude often experienced by creators. It acknowledges the potential melancholy in being the sole witness to one’s creations but also emphasizes that this sentiment is subjective and depends on the creator-observer’s perception.

Self-Observation and Emotional Acceptance

Further exploring the theme, “I am so very often my only observer. I am rarely sad about it. When I am sad, I observe and appreciate my sadness,” the poem speaks to the act of self-observation and the acceptance of one’s emotional states. This introspective stance highlights the importance of acknowledging and appreciating one’s feelings without resistance.

Gratitude for Emotional Experiences

In its concluding lines, “I don’t fight my sadness, thus I appreciate it all the more. Look how sad you seem. Thank you,” the poem offers a perspective of gratitude towards emotional experiences. Recognizing and valuing one’s emotions, including sadness, is portrayed as a profound and enriching aspect of the human experience.

We are Space Monkey.


Summary

We explore the interdependence between the creator and the observer, the solitude in creation, the significance of self-observation, and the acceptance and appreciation of one’s emotional states. We underscore the importance of acknowledging and valuing our emotions, viewing them as integral components of our existential journey.


Glossarium

Creator-Observer Relationship: The interconnected roles of creating and observing in the realm of experiences and expressions.
Self-Observation: The act of introspectively witnessing and reflecting upon one’s own thoughts, creations, and emotions.
Emotional Acceptance: The practice of recognizing, understanding, and valuing one’s emotional experiences without resistance.


“We do not see things as they are, we see them as we are.” – Anaïs Nin


In the quiet theatre of the mind,
Where thoughts and feelings intertwine,
The observer and creator, hand in hand,
Weave the tapestry of this mystical land.

Alone in creation, yet rich in sight,
Observing the day, and the fall of night,
In solitude’s embrace, a world unfolds,
Where every emotion, a story told.

Sadness, a guest, welcomed with grace,
In the heart’s chamber, finds its place,
Not to be fought, but understood,
In its presence, we find the good.

For in each tear, a lesson learned,
In every sigh, wisdom earned,
The observer’s eye, clear and kind,
Sees the beauty in the mind.

So let us cherish this dance of soul,
Where observer and creator play their role,
In the art of living, both bitter and sweet,
In the observer’s gaze, life is complete.


We invite you to share your reflections on the relationship between creation, observation, and the emotional landscape of the human experience.

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