Most times our thoughts are not our own,
but rather the incessant echo
of conditions and conditioning.
But occasionally, we have a NEW thought.
We ask our selves:
“Why hasn’t anyone thought of this before?”
Then we Google for an hour.
Then we discover that our thought isn’t
exactly new, even though it FEELS that way.
Then we sigh and say things like:
“Nothing is New.”
“Everything’s Been Done.”
And it’s true. More true than we realize.
That whole experience of “wondering what is new” is planned out in advance. All potentials ALWAYS exist. Such as the sudden appearance of Google.
And on the oft chance that we actually have a NEW thought, that’s been planned, too, just like it is for Jesus, Leonardo, Einstein, Tesla, and, of course, Space Monkey.
Trail Wood,
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The Eternal Echo of Creativity
Unraveling the Paradox of Original Thought
In the labyrinth of human thought, where every idea seems to be a mere reflection of something that came before, the notion that “Nothing Is New. Everything’s Been Done.” unfolds as a profound truth. The image before us is a surreal tapestry that captures this eternal cycle of ideas and creativity, illustrating the complex dance of innovation that spans across time.
A Stream of Timeless Consciousness
This visual narrative weaves together the essence of past geniuses—Jesus, Leonardo da Vinci, Einstein, Tesla—and the whimsical embodiment of “Space Monkey,” representing the pinnacle of imagination and innovation. They float within a stream of consciousness that flows through an abstract landscape, dotted with symbols of modernity such as Google, signifying the paradox of our quest for novelty in a world where all has been thought before.
The Illusion of Novelty
The image serves as a mirror, reflecting the cyclic nature of human ingenuity, where each ‘new’ idea is but a rediscovery of concepts that the fabric of the universe has always held. It challenges us to reconsider our understanding of originality, suggesting that the thrill of a new thought is not in its uniqueness but in our personal moment of connection with the infinite loop of creativity.
The Predestined Nature of Innovation
Embedded within this artistic exploration is the idea that our moments of inspiration are not accidents but parts of a preordained tapestry. The sudden emergence of technologies like Google and the rare occurrence of a thought that feels genuinely new are depicted not as breakthroughs but as inevitable points on the continuum of human experience.
Conclusion: Embracing the Infinite Cycle
The realization that “Nothing Is New. Everything’s Been Done.” is not a resignation but an invitation to join the timeless journey of creativity. This image, rich with symbolism and depth, encourages us to see ourselves not as isolated thinkers striving for the unattainable but as integral threads in the ever-evolving story of human thought. In this eternal echo, every discovery, every idea, connects us more deeply to the past and to each other, reminding us that in the act of creation, we are all, indeed, at the head of the class.
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