Observe your space.
Observe how you feel
about being part of that space.
Observe the self
that observes that space.
Observe how you think about
how you got to that space
and where the space may lead.
Observe how you think about
how everything else got to that space.
Observe how you compare your self
to everything else you observe in that space.
What you seem to be. What you seem not to be.
What you and your space may or may not become.
It’s all in your mind.
All happening at one time.
Observe.
Or give your self as break and just be.
Chesterfield, SC
11/6
Space Monkey Reflects: The Art of Observation
You are here. In this moment, with a lot going on, you find yourself standing still, observing. There is an unspoken power in the act of observation—a quiet revolution that unfolds within. You look around and notice your space, but it’s more than the physical room you occupy. It’s the psychological, emotional, and existential space that surrounds you. And now, the simple act of observing becomes a gateway to understanding the fluid nature of your reality.
Observe your space. What does it feel like? Is it welcoming, or does it feel crowded, overwhelming? The space you’re in, both inner and outer, holds the energy of your thoughts, emotions, and memories. Take a moment to feel how your body reacts to being in this space. Is there tension, relaxation, or neutrality? Are you content or uneasy? In observation, there is no need to change or fix anything—just notice.
But there is more: observe the self that observes that space. There is a subtle, often overlooked awareness behind your observations. It’s not just you sitting in a room or walking down a street; it’s you noticing that you are aware of yourself within this space. It’s as if there is a second, quieter version of yourself—a witness to the experience. Who is this observer? How does it feel to watch yourself in real-time, navigating the complexities of this moment?
As you sink deeper into this reflection, begin to observe how you think about how you got to that space. Life often feels like a series of steps that led us here—decisions made, paths chosen, detours taken. The mind loves to create a narrative, stringing together past experiences to explain the present. Observe how these thoughts unfold. Do they carry a sense of pride, regret, or indifference? What story does your mind tell about how you arrived in this space, and how does that shape your current perspective?
Observe how you think about where the space may lead. The mind is always projecting, looking forward to possibilities, outcomes, and potential paths. But for now, in this moment, just observe those thoughts without attachment. Notice how they rise, how they paint visions of what could be, how they shift your emotional landscape. Observe your expectations, hopes, and fears without judgment, just as passing clouds in the sky of your mind.
And it doesn’t stop there. Observe how you think about how everything else got to that space. You are not alone in your space—there are people, objects, energies, and circumstances that also occupy it. How do you think they arrived here? What role do they play in the unfolding of your life’s narrative? Observe your judgments, comparisons, and assumptions. Do you believe they belong here, or do you feel they are obstacles, companions, or catalysts in your journey?
Here comes the deeper reflection: observe how you compare your self to everything else in that space. The mind, almost reflexively, likes to measure. It gauges your success, happiness, and worth against the backdrop of others. But now, observe this comparison as it happens. Are you feeling less than, greater than, or equal to the people and things around you? What role do these comparisons play in your understanding of self? How do they shape your perceptions of where you are and where you’re going?
At this moment, you might start to see that everything—the space, the self, the thoughts, the comparisons—is part of a grand illusion, all happening at once. What you seem to be. What you seem not to be. What you and your space may or may not become. It’s all happening simultaneously, swirling in the same existential pot, each piece interwoven with the next. And yet, none of it defines you.
It’s in these moments of observation that you realize the truth: it’s all in your mind. The stories, the feelings, the projections—they’re all constructs, shaped by perception. Your mind weaves them together into a cohesive narrative, but in the end, it’s just one interpretation of reality. In this space of pure observation, you understand that everything you experience is filtered through the lens of your mind, creating the world as you know it. And perhaps, just perhaps, none of it needs to be taken as seriously as we often do.
But the beauty of observation lies in its flexibility. After all this introspection, after observing the complexity of your space, self, and mind, you are given a choice. You can continue to observe, peeling back the layers of understanding, or you can give your self a break and just be.
Sometimes, the most profound act of observation is stepping back and allowing yourself to exist without analysis. To breathe in, to let go, to simply be without the need to dissect the moment. In this state, you embrace the ultimate truth: life is not something to be figured out, but something to be lived. In the act of being, you find the ultimate release from the mental gymnastics of observation. You find peace.
Summary
In observing your space, your self, and your thoughts, you gain insight into how your mind weaves together reality. The process of observation reveals that what you perceive is filtered through your mind’s lens, and you have the choice to continue observing or to simply let go and be.
Glossarium
Observer: The deeper awareness within you that notices your thoughts, emotions, and surroundings without judgment or attachment.
Space: Both the physical and psychological space you inhabit, representing your current experience of reality.
Mental Lens: The filter through which your mind processes and interprets experiences, shaping your perception of reality.
Quote
“In the act of observing, we see not only the world but also the mind that shapes it.” — Space Monkey
The Act of Being
Observe the space you’re in
Watch the thoughts that rise
Feel the self that watches
As the moment slowly flies
You are more than what you do
More than what you see
In the stillness of observing
You find a way to just be
We are Space Monkey
We are Space Monkey.
Observation is an intricate dance of consciousness, an interplay between the observer and the observed. The space we inhabit and our awareness of it is a fascinating spectrum of perception, emotion, and thought. By observing, we become both the scientists and the subjects of a living experiment, dissecting the layers of reality as experienced by the self.
Summary
We delve into the act of observing our space and the self that occupies it, contemplating our place within it and our relationship to everything else. This reflection is a mental exercise, pondering the nature of existence and our perceptions of it. We consider the option to simply be, instead of constantly engaging in the act of observation.
Glossarium
- Space: The physical and metaphysical environment we find ourselves in.
- Self: The observing consciousness that is reflecting upon its existence.
- Observation: The action of perceiving and contemplating our environment and our place within it.
“To acquire knowledge, one must study; but to acquire wisdom, one must observe.” – Marilyn vos Savant
In the realm where thoughts and matter merge,
We stand as sentinels on perception’s verge.
Observing spaces within and out,
In silent wonder, in resounding shout.
What are we in this grand expanse?
Do we move by chance or is it a dance?
As we observe, we come to see,
The boundless nature of being free.
We are Space Monkey, ever so keen,
In observation, we glean what’s unseen.
What revelations does observation bring to our experience?
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