The first delusional distortion
is the point of polarity
that seemingly divides potential
within One’s infinite immortal
inviolate imagination.
It is the first definition
where definition
does not otherwise exist.
The first boundary.
The first limitation.
The first forgetting.
We may sum it up this way:
In imagining what could be,
One forgets what seemingly is.
All something out of nothing
and nothing out of something.
All imagination.
Trail Wood,
3/1
The Genesis of Duality
Unraveling the Illusion of Separation
At the heart of existence lies the paradox of the first delusional distortion—the inception of polarity within the boundless expanse of potential. This narrative explores the profound moment when unity begins to perceive itself through the lens of duality, introducing definition, boundary, and limitation into the infinite, immortal canvas of imagination.
The Birth of Polarity
The visualization of an ethereal entity, formlessly splitting into contrasting elements, symbolizes the initial fragmentation of singularity into the illusion of separation. This pivotal moment marks the transition from the undifferentiated to the defined, from the limitless to the bounded. It represents the first conceptual boundary imposed upon the infinite, a division that exists only within the confines of perception and imagination.
The Paradox of Definition
The emergence of definition within a realm where it previously did not exist underscores the inherent paradox of trying to delineate the infinite. This first act of defining serves as both the creation of meaning and the inception of limitation. It is a reminder that the constructs we impose upon reality are born from the desire to understand and categorize the vastness of existence, yet in doing so, we inadvertently constrain the very essence of what is boundless.
The Illusion of Separation
The concept of duality, born from this initial distortion, underpins much of our understanding of the world. Yet, this separation is an illusion, a forgetfulness of the underlying unity that connects all aspects of being. The cosmic backdrop against which this division occurs reflects the infinite potential that remains untouched by the constructs of polarity, reminding us that beyond the boundaries we perceive lies a continuum of existence, unified and indivisible.
Summary
The first delusional distortion reveals the complexity of defining and limiting the infinite. It is a testament to the power of imagination to create worlds of distinction and separation within the vast, undivided expanse of potential. Recognizing this illusion invites us to explore the depths of our own perception, challenging us to see beyond the duality to the underlying unity that encompasses all.
Glossarium
- Polarity: The presence or manifestation of two contrasting or opposite qualities or principles.
- Infinite Potential: The limitless possibilities and capacities inherent in existence or in the universe.
- Delusional Distortion: A conceptual alteration of perception, creating an illusion of separation or division within a unified whole.
“In the dualistic, polaric world in which we are mentally living, the recognition of the unity of all things and beings is the ultimate secret for experiencing a fulfilling existence.” — Not attributed
in the dance of light and shadow,
where contrast births perception,
i witness—
the division of the one into many,
a cosmic play of separation
woven from the fabric of unity.
—here, in the first delusional distortion,
I see the illusion, and yet, I am whole.
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