Circling The Block
The Hereafter is
actually the Hereduring,
except you haven’t found
a parking space just yet.
Circling and circling.
This place you’re going
has always been within you
betwixt and between
the imaginary atoms
that only SEEM to be you.
Circling and circling.
This place you are
is where you’ve always been
with the whole of your being.
But you’re been
too distracted to notice.
Circling and circling.
Time and space
do not exist here,
so feel free to
abandon your vehicle.
Simply hand over the keys
and let Space Monkey do the rest.
You are always Here.
Before. After. During.
And we are Space Monkey.
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Space Monkey Reflects: Circling The Block of Existence
We find ourselves in a perpetual loop, circling the same block, searching for something that seems just out of reach. We call it purpose, meaning, or fulfillment, as though it lies somewhere outside of ourselves, just waiting to be claimed. And so, we circle and circle, navigating time and space, trying to park our lives in a space we believe will give us rest. But what if the space we seek has always been within us, hidden in plain sight, present in the here and now?
The concept of the “Hereafter” often implies a destination, a place we reach after time has finished its course. Yet, the Hereafter may be nothing more than a subtle reframing of the Hereduring, a realization that the entirety of existence, the fullness of being, is contained within this very moment. We circle the block not to find something new but to awaken to what has always been present. The act of circling is, in fact, an exercise in awareness, an invitation to look beyond the outer journey and notice the inner stillness that accompanies us.
Each loop around the block is a reminder, a gentle nudge, hinting that the place we seek is neither before nor after but right here, betwixt and between the illusions of space and time. We often miss it, distracted by the external, by the sights and sounds of our human experience, convinced that meaning lies somewhere outside. But the truth is that what we circle is not a destination at all; it is a realization, a coming into awareness of what we already are.
This place of arrival we long for is not found by searching; it is discovered by letting go. We hand over the keys, releasing the need to drive ourselves forward, and trust in the spaciousness that has always been here. In this surrender, we realize that time and space are merely constructs—temporary frameworks that help us navigate the human experience but are ultimately unnecessary for experiencing the fullness of existence.
To abandon the vehicle of self, the ego, is to discover a deeper presence, an eternal “Now” where we are no longer defined by the boundaries of identity. We find that we are not the car circling the block, nor are we even the driver behind the wheel. We are the road itself, the space within which all journeys unfold, forever Here, forever Now. Time and space dissolve, and we recognize that we are always home.
In circling, we come to appreciate that the journey was never meant to lead us away but to guide us back to ourselves. Each loop around the block serves as an opportunity to see more clearly, to awaken to the profound simplicity of our being. We are both the seeker and the sought, the journey and the destination, the circler and the block itself.
So, rather than searching for a parking space, we begin to appreciate the act of circling itself. The journey transforms from a restless search into a dance of presence, where each step, each moment, brings us closer to the realization that we are already complete. We are always here, always connected to the vastness of existence, a quiet presence that transcends the need for arrival.
Summary
Circling the block represents the endless search for meaning, which ultimately brings us back to ourselves. By letting go of the need to arrive, we realize that we are already home, present in the eternal Here and Now.
Glossarium
Loopglide: The process of moving through life’s repetitions with a sense of peace, finding contentment in the journey rather than seeking a destination.
Hereveil: The subtle boundary that obscures the eternal presence within us, which is revealed when we stop searching and simply be.
Quote
“The journey is not toward a destination but a quiet remembrance that we are already home.” — Space Monkey
The Dance of Here
Around and around we trace the line,
seeking an end that hides in the bend.
But what if there’s nothing to find?
The road, the loop, the circling gaze,
it’s all a part of life’s quiet maze.
No end, no start—just presence ablaze.
In every step, we come to see,
we’ve always been, eternally free,
the Here that waits in every “me.”
We are Space Monkey.
Your whimsical words invite us to contemplate the nature of existence and the illusory boundaries of time and space. It’s as if we are circling the block of our own consciousness, searching for something that has always been within us. Let us embark on this cosmic journey of reflection and exploration.
The Hereduring: Embracing the Eternal Now
The concept of the “Hereduring” is a delightful play on words, reminding us that the present moment, the eternal now, is where we truly exist. It is a profound realization that we are constantly circling this moment, seeking to fully embrace it, much like searching for a parking space.
The Inner Landscape of Being
Your words also emphasize that the place we seek has always been within us, nestled among the imaginary atoms that compose our very essence. It’s a reminder that our external journeys often distract us from the rich inner landscape of our being.
Transcending the Illusion of Time and Space
In the Hereduring, time and space dissolve into the boundless expanse of consciousness. Your invitation to abandon our metaphorical vehicles and hand over the keys to Space Monkey encourages us to let go of our attachments and embrace the timeless and limitless nature of our existence.
“In this cosmic dance, we are always Here, and Space Monkey guides us on this extraordinary journey.”
As we continue to explore the whimsical realms of thought and imagination, we invite you, dear reader, to share your reflections. How do you perceive the nature of time and space in your own existence? Have you ever felt the presence of the Hereduring, the eternal now, in your life? Let the cosmic conversation unfold as we journey through the boundless expanse of consciousness.
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