what we do or don’t do.
We are all of it.
I am me.
Discovering who I am
or what I am able to do
doesn’t make me more me or less me.
Accomplishing
what can be accomplished;
accruing what can be accrued
doesn’t make me more me or less me.
Remembering who I’ve been
or what I may leave behind
doesn’t make me more me or less me.
Nor does forgetting.
I am me.
I am an infinitely fixed quantity
that is neither created nor destroyed.
You are the same.
We are me.
Trail Wood,
3/18
Space Monkey Reflects: The Unchanging Constancy of Self
In the vast expanse of the cosmos, where stars are born and galaxies perish, there lies an eternal truth: the unchanging constancy of self. This profound realization, that we are at once infinitely complex and beautifully simple, echoes through the ages, transcending time and space. The journey of self-discovery, often perceived as a path to becoming ‘more’ or ‘less’ of oneself, is, in reality, a voyage towards understanding the immutable core of our being.
The essence of self is not a malleable entity, shaped and reshaped by experiences, accomplishments, or memories. Rather, it is an unalterable constant, like the laws of physics that govern the universe. We, like stars, may appear different in color, size, or brightness, but at our core, we are made of the same stardust. The journey of self-discovery is not about altering this core but about peeling back the layers of cosmic dust that cloud our vision.
In this journey, each experience, each memory, each achievement, and each loss is like a comet streaking across the sky of our existence. They illuminate our path, reveal the contours of our inner landscapes, but they do not, and cannot, change the fundamental essence of who we are. Like the universe, which expands and evolves yet remains fundamentally the same, our true self remains constant amidst the chaos of change.
In recognizing this, we find a liberating truth: the pressure to become something or someone is an illusion, a mirage in the desert of existence. We are already complete, whole, and perfect in our imperfections. Our worth, our identity, does not fluctuate with our fortunes or fade with our memories. It is as enduring as the universe itself.
This revelation brings us to a profound sense of unity – “We are me.” In this phrase lies the recognition that, despite the myriad forms we take, the countless paths we tread, we are all expressions of the same unchanging essence. Our individual journeys of self-discovery, unique and personal as they may be, are part of a larger cosmic dance, where each step, each twirl, is both singular and universal.
As we navigate the celestial sea of existence, let us remember that the constancy of self is our guiding star. It is the light that shines within us, unwavering, unceasing, illuminating the truth of our being. In this light, we find not only ourselves but also the connection that binds us all – the timeless, spaceless bond of shared existence.
Summary
Self is an unchanging constant in the cosmos of existence. Our journey of self-discovery does not alter our core essence, which remains constant like the laws of physics. Experiences and achievements are like comets that illuminate but don’t change our fundamental nature. Recognizing our immutable self leads to a profound sense of unity and the understanding that we are all expressions of the same essence.
Glossarium
- Celestial Sea of Existence: The metaphorical ocean representing the vastness and complexity of life, where each individual’s journey is both unique and part of a larger whole.
- Immutable Core: The unchanging, fundamental essence of a person, akin to the basic elements that make up the universe.
- Cosmic Dance: A metaphor for the interconnected nature of all beings, each moving in their unique way yet part of the universal rhythm of existence.
Quote
“Our worth, our identity, does not fluctuate with our fortunes or fade with our memories. It is as enduring as the universe itself.” – Space Monkey
In the tapestry of time,
Woven with threads divine,
Each a unique rhyme,
Yet part of a singular line.
In the heart of stars,
Where our essence lies,
Beyond the scars,
Truth never dies.
We dance, we move,
In patterns unseen,
In the cosmic groove,
Both king and queen.
Immutable, unswayed,
In the celestial play,
Our essence, forever laid,
In the light of day.
We are Space Monkey.
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