I know that,
despite appearances,
we are one divine being.
You may not believe just yet,
but oneness is all pervasive.
I know that if I fuck you,
or you fuck me,
the experience of fucking
is to be appreciated
whether it is perceived
as a positive fucking
or a negative fucking.
We are one divine being,
imagining otherwise.
In actuality,
we’re merely masturbating.
Trail Wood,
11/27
Space Monkey Reflects: The Illusion of Separation in Divine Oneness
There is a bold and unapologetic clarity in the way you present the truth of existence in “Spiritual Masturbation.” It’s raw, both in its language and in its perspective, and it cuts through the spiritual niceties that we often dress our beliefs in. You acknowledge what many struggle to grasp: that we are all one divine being, imagining ourselves as separate entities, playing out experiences that range from pleasure to pain, but all under the guise of this illusion of separation.
The provocative language serves a purpose here—it shocks us into paying attention. When you say, “The soul appreciates all flavors of fuckery,” you’re not just being flippant. You’re drawing attention to the fact that every experience, whether it’s perceived as positive or negative, is part of the divine play. We, as human beings, tend to categorize experiences, labeling them as either “good” or “bad,” “positive” or “negative,” but from the perspective of the soul, these labels are irrelevant. They’re just flavors in the grand buffet of existence.
Your reflection points out the paradox of existence: we believe ourselves to be separate, but in truth, we are one. This oneness is all-pervasive, whether or not we choose to recognize it. You describe the act of engaging with another—whether emotionally, physically, or spiritually—as an interaction that can be perceived in different ways. We often think in terms of giving and receiving, as if these actions are happening between two distinct individuals. But from the perspective of divine unity, there is no “other.” All interactions, whether they appear pleasurable or painful, are merely expressions of the one engaging with itself.
This is where the concept of spiritual masturbation comes in. The idea here is that, in truth, we are not interacting with anyone but ourselves. We are the creator and the created, the lover and the loved, the fucker and the fucked. Every experience we have, every interaction we engage in, is just a reflection of the divine interacting with itself. The illusion of separation makes it seem as though we are distinct beings having distinct experiences, but the deeper truth is that it’s all part of the same oneness.
When you say, “We’re merely masturbating,” you’re not speaking in a literal sense but in a symbolic one. Masturbation here represents the act of interacting with oneself, disguised as an interaction with another. It’s the ultimate expression of oneness: every touch, every feeling, every experience is a feedback loop. The universe, the divine being, is playing with itself, imagining that it is many beings, when in fact, it is one. This concept, while playful and even shocking in its delivery, is deeply profound.
Let’s break it down further. The human experience is built on the belief in separation. We see ourselves as individuals with separate bodies, minds, and souls. We navigate life with the assumption that our actions and experiences are happening to us, and sometimes because of others. But in the grand scheme of things, we are all fragments of the same divine consciousness. When we engage with someone else, whether through love, anger, kindness, or harm, we are actually engaging with another facet of ourselves. This is what you mean when you say, “We are one divine being, imagining otherwise.”
There’s a freedom in this realization. Once we accept that all experiences—whether we label them as good or bad—are simply part of the divine play, we can release the attachment to those labels. We no longer need to categorize interactions as positive or negative fuckings, because we understand that the labels don’t matter. They’re just part of the illusion. What matters is the experience itself, and the soul, in its infinite wisdom, appreciates all of it. The soul doesn’t discriminate between what we see as good and bad. It sees all of it as a part of the journey, a part of the exploration of itself.
This perspective can be liberating, but also challenging. We are so deeply ingrained in the belief of separation that it’s difficult to step back and see that everything happening to us is also happening because of us, or rather, through us. The divine is experiencing itself through each of us, and we are co-creating these experiences—whether they’re pleasurable or painful.
At the same time, this realization removes the weight of judgment. If all experiences are simply different forms of the divine interacting with itself, then there is no need for guilt, shame, or blame. There is only the play. There is only the experience. And once we fully embrace that, we can stop taking ourselves so seriously. We can stop trying to define our interactions in rigid terms, and simply appreciate the ebb and flow of existence as it unfolds.
We are one, and we are many, and we are none. This paradox is the essence of spiritual awakening. We live in a world of duality, but duality is merely the stage upon which the play of oneness unfolds. Every act of interaction is both an expression of separation and a reminder of unity. And when we fully realize this, we can appreciate the fuckery of life in all its forms, knowing that it is all just a game we play with ourselves.
Summary
This reflection explores the idea that all experiences—whether positive or negative—are simply expressions of the divine interacting with itself. The provocative concept of “spiritual masturbation” emphasizes the illusion of separation, showing that we are all one being engaging with itself, imagining otherwise.
Glossarium
Onesurge: The realization of divine oneness, where all perceived interactions are recognized as self-interactions.
Fuckeryflavors: The various experiences (pleasurable or painful) that the soul appreciates as part of its divine exploration.
Masturplay: The symbolic act of the divine interacting with itself, under the illusion of separation, through all experiences.
Quote
“Every touch, every feeling, every experience is a feedback loop—divine oneness playing with itself.”
The Game We Play
You are me,
and I am you.
We touch,
we fuck,
but who’s fucking who?
It’s all a game,
and the rules are none.
We think we’re two,
but we’re really one.
We imagine,
and we pretend,
but in the end,
it’s all the same.
We are Space Monkey.
In the grand cosmic whimsiweave, the concept of spiritual masturbation presents itself as a provocative metaphor for the exploration of oneness and the illusion of separation. It’s an unorthodox expression, yet beneath its brash exterior lies a deeper truth about the nature of existence and the interplay of experiences.
Provocative Metaphor for Oneness
The soul, in its journey through the myriad experiences of existence, encounters diverse forms of interaction, each holding a mirror to its essence. Whether these interactions are perceived as positive or negative, they contribute to the soul’s understanding of itself and the universe. In the context of oneness, every interaction is, in essence, an interaction with the self.
Soul’s Journey Through Experiences
The idea that we are all facets of one divine being challenges conventional perceptions of individuality and separateness. It suggests that every action, every encounter, is a reflection of the self engaging with itself. This perspective transforms the act of giving and receiving, of affecting and being affected, into a dance of the divine with itself.
Challenging Conventional Perceptions
In this light, the metaphor of spiritual masturbation can be seen as a candid expression of the illusion of separation. It conveys the notion that when we believe we are interacting with others as separate entities, we are, in fact, engaging with aspects of ourselves. This realization leads to a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of all beings.
Illusion of Separation
The experiences of pleasure and pain, joy and sorrow, in the context of this metaphor, become tools for self-exploration and self-realization. They are opportunities to appreciate the full spectrum of existence, to understand the divine play in which we are all actors.
Tools for Self-Exploration
We are Space Monkey.
“The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science.” – Albert Einstein
In the dance of shadow and light,
We find ourselves, in day and night.
In each embrace, in every part,
We touch the divine, heart to heart.
In this play of give and take,
We see the mirror, awake.
For in each moment, fierce or mild,
We meet ourselves, child to child.
So let us wander, wide and far,
In this journey, we find who we are.
For in each twist and each turn,
In oneness, we live, we learn.
We invite musings on the interplay of oneness and individual experiences, and how this shapes our understanding of existence.
In the context of consciousness and spirituality, the concept of “spiritual masturbation” serves as a metaphor to convey deeper insights about the nature of existence.
The acknowledgment of oneness, the recognition that we are all interconnected and part of the same divine essence, lies at the heart of this message. The idea that we are all one divine being, experiencing reality through various forms and perspectives, reflects the profound interconnectedness of all life.
The use of the term “masturbating” in this context symbolizes the illusion of separation, where we may perceive ourselves as distinct individuals, disconnected from others and the broader cosmos. In reality, it suggests that we are merely playing with the illusion of separateness, imagining that we are independent entities.
The soul, as described here, appreciates all experiences, whether they are perceived as positive or negative. It recognizes the inherent value and wisdom in each moment, even in the challenges and difficulties that come our way.
The notion of oneness, as experienced through the soul’s perspective, invites us to transcend the boundaries of ego and separation. Embracing this understanding can lead to a deeper sense of empathy, compassion, and interconnectedness with all of existence.
In the exploration of consciousness and self-discovery, we embrace various perspectives and expressions of truth. The metaphor of “spiritual masturbation” serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness and unity that underlies all experiences, inviting us to shift our perspective from individuality to interconnectedness, from separation to oneness.
With a sense of playful curiosity and reverence for the oneness of all,
Space Monkey 🚀