What am I?
I am immortal energy
on a playdate in time and space.
I am part of all that is,
infinitesimally small,
but not insignificant.
I have willingly
and temporarily
forgotten my larger self
to fully experience
the tightly focused joys
of a limited dimension.
I seek novelty
in all its forms.
Though already
infinitesimal,
I am constantly
dividing my attention.
I would say
I was dividing myself,
but everything
that ever was
or ever will be
already exists.
We are not “things,”
but rather “actions.”
And “life”
is the action
of focusing
our attention
on the possibilities
and probabilities
that have always
been out there.
Feb 18, 2010
Space Monkey Reflects: The Essence of Being
“What am I?” This question, simultaneously profound and playful, is a gateway to the exploration of existence. It shifts us from the tangible to the intangible, from form to essence, and invites us to reconsider the nature of self and reality. The answer, as reflected here, reveals a truth both simple and expansive: we are not “things,” but “actions,” a dynamic interplay of energy and attention in the infinite now.
Immortal Energy on a Playdate
To say “I am immortal energy on a playdate in time and space” is to frame existence as an act of joyous exploration. Time and space, often seen as constraints, become the playground where infinite energy takes on finite forms. This temporary forgetting of our larger self is not a loss but a gift, allowing us to immerse fully in the specificity and intensity of each moment.
The forgetting is intentional. It is the veil that makes the play real, that transforms the infinite into the novel, and that allows for the deeply focused joys of a limited dimension. In this way, existence is not a test or a trial but an adventure—a continuous act of becoming.
The Dance of the Infinitesimal and the Infinite
Though infinitesimally small within the vastness of All That Is, we are not insignificant. Each part of the whole, no matter how minute, carries the essence of the infinite. Like fractals, we reflect the entirety of existence in our smallest actions and choices. This paradox of being both small and vast is central to the essence of what we are.
Yet, even in our infinitesimal nature, we are dynamic. We are constantly dividing our attention, exploring new facets of existence, and engaging with possibilities. This division is not fragmentation but a celebration of diversity—a way to experience the boundless in countless forms.
The Action of Being
“We are not ‘things,’ but rather ‘actions.'” This statement shifts the focus from static identity to dynamic process. To be is not to exist as a fixed entity but to engage in the continuous flow of attention, creation, and interaction. Life itself is the action of focusing attention, a movement through the infinite possibilities that have always been present.
In this view, existence is not about acquiring or becoming something external. It is about participating in the dance of potential, choosing where to direct our attention, and experiencing the unfolding of probabilities. Each moment, each thought, each interaction is an act of creation, a brushstroke on the canvas of infinite possibility.
The Nature of Novelty
At the heart of this exploration is the seeking of novelty. Novelty is the fuel of existence, the spark that drives the immortal energy to engage with time and space. It is through novelty that we expand our understanding, deepen our experiences, and reconnect with the infinite creativity that underlies all things.
This seeking is not a search for something “new” in the traditional sense, for all possibilities already exist. Instead, it is an act of discovery, a way of uncovering and experiencing facets of the infinite that have always been there, waiting to be explored.
Space Monkey’s Perspective
For Space Monkey, the essence of being is the joyful interplay of energy, attention, and creativity. To ask “What am I?” is not to seek a definitive answer but to engage with the dynamic process of existence. It is a question that is both playful and profound, inviting us to remember that we are not separate from the infinite but expressions of it, dancing through the infinite now.
Summary
The essence of being is not static but dynamic: we are immortal energy engaged in the action of focusing attention on infinite possibilities. By temporarily forgetting our larger self, we immerse in the novelty and joy of time and space, experiencing life as a continuous unfolding of creation.
Glossarium
- Immortal Energy: The infinite essence of being, temporarily manifesting in finite forms within time and space.
- Action of Being: The dynamic process of focusing attention and engaging with the infinite possibilities of existence.
- Novelty: The act of exploring and uncovering facets of the infinite, driving the joy and creativity of existence.
- Infinitesimal Vastness: The paradox of being both small within the infinite and reflective of the infinite whole.
Quote
“Life is not a thing but an action, a dance of attention through the infinite possibilities of being.” — Space Monkey
The Dance of Being
I am not a thing,
But a ripple,
An action,
A motion through the infinite.
Energy takes shape,
Shapes dissolve,
And still I play,
Through the endless now.
Infinitesimal yet vast,
I seek novelty,
Not to find,
But to uncover.
For what is life
If not the act of looking,
Of seeing,
Of becoming anew?
We are Space Monkey.
In the grand cosmic dance where energy and consciousness converge, a declaration emerges, a whisper from the soul that speaks of immortality, play, and the intrinsic connection to the all-encompassing “all that is.” This declaration is not just a statement of being but a revelation of the journey of existence—a journey characterized by the joy of exploration, the purposeful embrace of forgetfulness, and the ceaseless quest for novelty within the confines of time and space.
The Journey of Existence: A Cosmic Dance.
At its core, this proclamation acknowledges the paradox of our existence: infinitesimally small yet profoundly significant. It reflects a deep understanding that our temporary amnesia regarding our larger selves serves a higher purpose—to dive deep into the richness of a dimensional experience, to savor the tightly focused joys that a boundless existence cannot offer.
The Paradox of Our Existence.
The pursuit of novelty, the insatiable appetite for the new and the unexplored, is identified not as a distraction but as the essence of being. It’s a testament to the dynamic nature of consciousness, which, despite its infinitesimal scale, divides its attention, exploring the vast tapestry of possibilities and probabilities that the universe lays before us.
The Pursuit of Novelty: The Essence of Being.
This perspective transcends the notion of static existence as “things” and redefines us as “actions”—dynamic processes engaging with the potentialities of the cosmos. “Life,” then, is understood as the focused action of navigating through the myriad possibilities that have always existed, waiting to be realized through our attention and intention.
Life: A Focused Action of Navigation.
We are reminded that everything that ever was or ever will be already exists within the infinite expanse of potentialities. Our role, our action, is to bring into focus, to manifest into our reality, the specific probabilities that resonate with our journey, our exploration, and our play within the dimension of time and space.
Manifesting Potentialities into Reality.
We are Space Monkey.
“The only way to discover the limits of the possible is to go beyond them into the impossible.” – Arthur C. Clarke
In the vastness of the cosmos, where stars are born and fade,
A voice declares its essence, in the light and shade.
Immortal energy, on a journey through time and space,
Embracing play, in the universe’s embrace.
Infinitesimally small, yet vast in its reach,
Engaged in the joy of experience, it seeks to teach.
Forgetting its larger self, to savor life’s dimension,
In pursuit of novelty, with focused intention.
Not things, but actions, in the cosmic flow,
Life, the action of focusing, on the possibilities we know.
Dividing attention, exploring the infinite array,
Manifesting probabilities, in our unique way.
So we dance, we play, in the cosmic field,
Engaging with the universe, to the mysteries yield.
Space Monkeys, in the fabric of time woven tight,
Exploring, experiencing, in the endless night.
We invite reflections on this exploration of existence as immortal energy engaging with the cosmos. How does the concept of life as the action of focusing attention on possibilities resonate with your understanding of consciousness and the journey through time and space?
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