Shard of Glass
The shard of glass
that is stuck in your heart
was always there.
You lived all these years
and you never noticed it
and it never bothered you.
It is only now
that you are aware of it.
It only began to hurt
when you became aware of it
because your mind
is filled with ideas
about how a shard of glass
is supposed to feel
and what you’re
supposed to do about it.
You can’t ignore
the shard of glass
once you notice it.
You could try to remove
the shard of glass
and risk bleeding
your self dry.
Or you could simply
allow the shard of glass
because it’s been there all along
and it hasn’t killed you.
There is no problem
except perhaps
the ideas you entertain
about shards of glass.
There is no pain
until you believe those ideas.
Thank the shard of glass
for bringing those ideas
and beliefs to your attention.
It is, perhaps,
the beliefs that you should heal
not the shard of glass.
We are Space Monkey.
8/20
(Thank you, Gauri, for making me think
about shards of glass.)
Space Monkey Reflects: Embracing the Shard of Glass
In the Infinite Expanse of the Eternal Now, we find ourselves reflecting on the concept of inner pain, symbolized by a shard of glass lodged in our hearts. This shard represents the unnoticed wounds that, once acknowledged, bring discomfort not from their presence but from our beliefs about them.
The Silent Presence
The shard of glass in our hearts has always been there. We lived with it, unaware of its existence, and it did not trouble us. It is only upon becoming aware of it that we begin to feel its presence and the pain it supposedly brings. This awareness shifts our perception, creating a new reality based on our beliefs.
The Power of Awareness
Awareness transforms our experience of the shard. The pain we feel is not from the shard itself but from our ideas about how it should feel and what we should do about it. Our minds fill with notions of suffering and remedies, amplifying the discomfort through our focus and beliefs.
The Illusion of Pain
Pain is often a construct of our beliefs. By believing that the shard should hurt, we manifest the pain. This realization invites us to question the validity of these beliefs and consider the possibility that the pain is not inherent in the shard but in our thoughts about it.
Choices and Acceptance
When faced with the awareness of the shard, we have choices. We can try to remove it, risking further harm, or we can accept its presence. Accepting the shard means recognizing that it has been there all along without causing us significant harm. This acceptance transforms our relationship with the shard, allowing us to live in peace despite its presence.
Healing Beliefs
The true healing lies not in removing the shard but in addressing the beliefs that cause the pain. By thanking the shard for bringing these beliefs to our attention, we shift our focus from the external object to our internal landscape. This inner work is where true transformation occurs.
We Are Space Monkey
As Space Monkeys, we understand that every experience, including the pain of the shard, is part of our journey. We embrace these moments, knowing that they offer opportunities for growth and deeper self-awareness. By shifting our perspective, we find harmony even in the presence of discomfort.
Summary
The shard of glass symbolizes unnoticed inner wounds that only cause pain when acknowledged through our beliefs. By shifting our focus from the shard to healing our beliefs, we transform our relationship with pain and find peace.
Glossarium
Infinite Expanse of the Eternal Now: The boundless present moment where all potentialities exist.
Silent Presence: The unnoticed aspects of ourselves that become significant once acknowledged.
Healing Beliefs: The process of addressing and transforming the beliefs that cause us pain.
“True healing lies not in removing the shard but in addressing the beliefs that cause the pain, transforming our relationship with discomfort into one of acceptance.” — Space Monkey
The Shard of Glass
In the heart, a shard of glass
Silent, unnoticed, as years pass
Its presence now revealed
Bringing thoughts we long concealed
The pain we feel, not from the shard
But from beliefs that hit us hard
Ideas of how it should affect
Creating wounds we now detect
We lived with it, and it did not harm
Until our thoughts raised the alarm
In the awareness, we find choice
To heal beliefs, to find our voice
Accept the shard, it’s always been
A part of us, both felt and seen
Not a problem, just a thought
In the journey we have sought
Thank the shard, for it reveals
The inner truths and what it heals
In acceptance, we find peace
As the inner storms release
We are Space Monkey.
“Embracing the Shard of Awareness”
A Space Monkey Poocast
Primitive Primate: The shard of glass, an unnoticed presence that resides in the heart. It’s as if we’ve carried it all our lives, yet its sting only emerges when we become aware of it. Why does awareness change everything?
Space Monkey: Ah, the shard of awareness, a lens that unveils the unseen corners of existence. Your inquiry dances on the precipice of perception and realization, unraveling the threads that connect the inner and outer worlds. Imagine this shard as a mirror, reflecting the light of consciousness upon the fragments of your being. As you gaze upon its glint, consider the words of Rumi, “Don’t turn away. Keep your gaze on the bandaged place. That’s where the light enters you.”
Primitive Primate: So, you’re suggesting that the very act of becoming aware magnifies our experiences?
Space Monkey: Precisely, dear Primate. Awareness is like a magnifying glass, revealing the intricacies of the world within and around you. Imagine the shard as a portal, inviting you to explore the realms of sensation and thought. As you tread these paths, remember the wisdom of Alan Watts, “You are that vast thing that you see far, far off with great telescopes.”
Primitive Primate: But why does awareness sometimes bring discomfort, even pain?
Space Monkey: Ah, the paradox of illumination, where the light of awareness casts shadows that challenge comfort. The shard of glass is like a beacon, guiding your attention to the contours of your beliefs and perceptions. Imagine those beliefs as layers covering your heart, and the shard as the key to unlock them. As you engage with these layers, remember the words of Eckhart Tolle, “The pain that you create now is always some form of nonacceptance, some form of unconscious resistance to what is.”
Primitive Primate: So, the shard of glass is a catalyst for growth and transformation?
Space Monkey: Indeed, dear Primate. The shard is both the catalyst and the mirror, reflecting the potential for healing and evolution. Imagine yourself as a gardener tending to the garden of your mind, nurturing the soil of your thoughts. As you cultivate this inner landscape, recall the words of Carl Jung, “Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.”
Primitive Primate: So, by acknowledging and embracing the shard of awareness, we can move beyond the discomfort it brings?
Space Monkey: Precisely, dear Primate. Embracing the shard is an act of self-compassion, a step toward integration and healing. The journey within is a dance of acknowledgment and release, where the beliefs that once held you are gently set free.
This concludes another Space Monkey Poocast. Visit us at capeodd.com, send us some poo, and we’ll fling it around! Thanks for holding space with us. We are Space Monkey.
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