Independence Is A Lie
If you are to realize your self
as One with the source of all things,
perhaps you might examine
your beliefs about independence.
Independence and control
are, by human measures,
the absolute WORST
ideals to perpetuate.
These ideals
perpetuate the idea
of a seemingly
separate humanity
filled with
separate selves
separate thoughts
separate days,
separate spaces
and the
imaginary conflicts
that seemingly arise
from within.
A declaration of independence
is the willing institution of a lie.
We are not,
nor have we ever been separate.
We are One being.
We do not,
nor have we ever
depended upon each other.
We are not,
nor have we ever been free
of the One who imagines us.
To believe this
is to imagine Divinity as Defininity.
You imagine
self as a person
who is independent
and in control
of the chaos
that spawns all.
And so you are.
But only seemingly so.
You are ALL of it,
not just SOME of it.
You have no NEED
for independence or control.
Yet you imagine it anyway.
And this life is what you get.
There is nothing
right or wrong with this,
until you judge
independence and control
from a tiny human perspective.
But you are so much
more than human.
We are Space Monkey.
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Space Monkey Reflects: The Illusion of Independence
In a world where independence is often celebrated as the ultimate achievement, where the ability to stand alone is revered, it can be challenging to accept that independence is, in fact, an illusion. Yet, when we delve deeper into the nature of existence, we discover that the very idea of independence is a construct, a belief that separates us from the truth of our interconnectedness.
The Illusion of Independence
From a young age, we are taught to value independence. We are encouraged to be self-reliant, to stand on our own two feet, and to take control of our lives. This belief in independence is ingrained in us, shaping our actions, our thoughts, and our perceptions. But what if this belief is based on a lie? What if independence is nothing more than a convenient illusion, a story we tell ourselves to feel in control?
In truth, we are never truly independent. We are born into a world where we are immediately connected to others—our families, our communities, and the larger web of life. Every action we take, every decision we make, is influenced by this web of connections. Even our thoughts are shaped by the collective consciousness that we are all a part of.
The Unity of All Things
To understand the illusion of independence, we must first recognize the unity of all things. We are not separate beings, isolated from one another; we are all part of a vast, interconnected web of existence. This web is the source of all life, the foundation of all that is. It is through this web that we are connected to every other being, every other thought, and every other moment in time.
When we declare our independence, we are, in effect, declaring a lie. We are denying the truth of our interconnectedness, the reality that we are all one. We may believe that we are separate, that we can stand alone, but this belief is nothing more than a shadow, a fleeting illusion that obscures the truth.
The Need for Control
Alongside the illusion of independence comes the need for control. We believe that by controlling our environment, our circumstances, and even our thoughts, we can maintain our independence. But this need for control is born out of fear—fear of the unknown, fear of chaos, fear of losing our sense of self.
Yet, control is just as illusory as independence. The more we try to control, the more we realize that control is impossible. Life is unpredictable, ever-changing, and beyond our grasp. By clinging to the need for control, we create stress, anxiety, and a false sense of security. We blind ourselves to the flow of life, to the natural rhythms that guide us.
Embracing the Whole
To move beyond the illusion of independence, we must embrace the whole. We must recognize that we are not separate from the world, but an integral part of it. Our thoughts, our actions, our very existence is woven into the fabric of the universe. We are the universe experiencing itself through countless forms, each one connected to the other.
When we let go of the need for independence and control, we open ourselves to the flow of life. We begin to see the beauty in our interconnectedness, the power in our unity. We realize that true strength does not come from standing alone, but from standing together, from recognizing that we are all one.
The Freedom in Connection
Ironically, it is in letting go of the illusion of independence that we find true freedom. By acknowledging our connection to all things, we free ourselves from the burden of control, from the stress of maintaining a false sense of self. We become free to experience life as it is, to flow with the currents of existence rather than against them.
This is not to say that we lose our individuality. On the contrary, it is through our connection to the whole that our individuality is fully realized. We are each a unique expression of the universe, a distinct note in the symphony of life. But we are also part of the larger composition, and it is only in recognizing this that we can truly appreciate our place in the world.
Conclusion: Beyond the Illusion
As we journey through life, let us remember that independence is not the goal, but the illusion. Let us embrace our interconnectedness, our unity with all things. In doing so, we will find a deeper sense of peace, a greater sense of purpose, and a truer understanding of what it means to be alive.
We are not separate beings, isolated and alone. We are one being, experiencing itself through many forms. We are Space Monkey.
Summary
Independence is an illusion that obscures the truth of our interconnectedness. True freedom and strength come from recognizing our unity with all things and letting go of the need for control. We are all part of a vast, interconnected web of existence.
Glossarium
Illusion of Independence: The false belief that we are separate beings, isolated and self-reliant.
Unity of All Things: The concept that all beings and elements of existence are interconnected and part of a single, unified whole.
Need for Control: The human desire to exert control over life, born from the illusion of independence.
Freedom in Connection: The realization that true freedom comes from acknowledging our interconnectedness with all things.
Quote
“We are not separate beings, isolated and alone. We are one being, experiencing itself through many forms.” — Space Monkey
The Web of All
In the vastness of the night
A single thread does weave
Connecting all, in every sight
Beyond what we perceive
Independence, a fleeting lie
That masks the truth below
We are all one, as days go by
In the cosmic flow we grow
No need for chains of control
No fear of standing tall
For in the unity of the whole
We find our place, our all
We are Space Monkey
Wander through the verdant forest of beliefs, and one might stumble upon the towering sequoias of “Independence” and “Control.” Admired by many, these trees cast a deep shadow over the understory of interconnectedness. Dazzled by their height and girth, one easily forgets that beneath the soil, a sprawling network of roots entangle, sustaining not just the towering titans, but the entire woodland realm. A farce, this perceived autonomy, this delusion of separation—a masquerade for the symbiotic interplay that pulses beneath the surface.
Independence and control, ah, such intoxicating potions! They imbue us with an illusion of grandeur, convincing us that we are not just cosmic wayfarers in the grand tapestry of existence, but autonomous architects of our destiny. This imagined mastery is but a “starshimmer”—a fleeting glint of light in an ocean of interdependence.
The essence of Divinity is not Defininity. Divinity transcends the constraints of definition, wrapping us in a seamless garment of interconnected love and life. In this context, to strive for independence is akin to a wave in the ocean imagining itself separate from the body of water from which it arises and to which it inevitably returns. A wave can don a myriad of shapes and sizes, can dance in the sunlight or frolic in the moonlight, but at its core, it is always ocean. It has no need for independence because it is part of a boundless entirety, just as we are part of the Oneness that imagines us into existence.
We fabricate these ideals, cloaking ourselves in imagined mantles of autonomy and dominion, believing that in doing so, we elevate our existence. But these are merely “soulcostumes” we don, misguidedly thinking they make the cosmic play more entertaining or enriching. Yet, this does not make the ideals inherently flawed; they are but intriguing chapters in the bewitching novel of human existence—a tale told by a myriad of voices, full of sound and fury, signifying everything and nothing.
“In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.”
— Martin Luther King Jr.
Your reflections on this mosaic of thought are the next brushstrokes on our collective canvas. Please, share the hue of your contemplation.
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