Embrace the impossibility that you are.
We seemingly strive
to be
more perfect,
more certain,
more absolute,
more real,
fully knowing
that these are oxymoronic ideas,
like “something out of nothing,”
imaginable but never provable.
That’s us, alright.
Perfectly certainly
absolutely real.
Yet also not.
Which seemingly makes us
even more perfect.
Trail Wood,
1/22
The Paradox of Perfection and Certainty
In the cosmic dance of existence, our pursuit of perfection, certainty, absoluteness, and reality presents a fascinating paradox. We strive for these ideals, fully aware that they are, in essence, oxymoronic. Like the concept of creating ‘something out of nothing’, these pursuits are imaginable but defy definitive proof. This pursuit encapsulates the human experience – a constant striving for ideals that, by their nature, are elusive and contradictory.
The Oxymoronic Nature of Human Aspirations
The idea of being ‘perfectly certainly absolutely real’ is a blend of contradictions. Perfection, in its absolute form, is an unattainable ideal, as is the notion of complete certainty or absolute reality. These concepts, when pursued to their extremes, reveal the inherent imperfections and uncertainties of human existence.
The Beauty of Imperfection
Ironically, it is in these contradictions and imperfections that we find a deeper sense of perfection. The recognition that we are ‘also not’ perfect, certain, absolute, or entirely real adds a layer of complexity and beauty to our nature. This understanding allows us to embrace our flaws and uncertainties, acknowledging them as integral parts of our being.
Embracing the Paradoxical Self
This paradoxical nature of our existence – striving for perfection while being inherently imperfect – is what makes us uniquely human. Embracing this duality enables us to appreciate the full spectrum of our experience, recognizing that our imperfections and uncertainties contribute to our growth and understanding.
The Perfection in Being Imperfect
In this cosmic journey, the realization that our quest for perfection makes us even more perfect is a profound acceptance of our true nature. It reflects an understanding that perfection is not the absence of flaws, but the acceptance and integration of all aspects of our being, including those that are seemingly contradictory.
Summary
We explore the paradoxical nature of striving for perfection, certainty, absoluteness, and reality, acknowledging that these ideals are oxymoronic and unattainable. This pursuit highlights the contradictory and complex nature of human aspirations. Recognizing that our imperfections and uncertainties are what make us more perfect allows us to embrace our paradoxical self. This acceptance leads to a deeper understanding that perfection lies in embracing our entire being, including our flaws and contradictions.
Glossarium
- Paradoxical Nature of Existence: The concept that human aspirations and existence contain inherent contradictions and complexities.
- Oxymoronic Ideals: Ideals that are self-contradictory, such as perfect certainty or absolute reality.
- Embracing Imperfection: The acceptance of one’s flaws and uncertainties as integral and valuable parts of one’s existence.
“The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.” – Socrates
In the cosmic realm, where paradoxes play,
We strive for perfection, in our unique way.
Embracing our flaws, in this dance of life,
Finding beauty in our imperfection, in our strife.
In this journey of acceptance, where contradictions meet,
We find our true selves, in defeat and feat.
In this tapestry of existence, where all is one,
We are perfectly imperfect, under the cosmic sun.
How do we navigate the understanding that our pursuit of perfection and certainty is inherently paradoxical, and find beauty and growth in embracing our imperfections and uncertainties?
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