The Hidden Invisible
So much
seems to happen
on the outside,
while so little
seems to happen
on the inside.
But that’s only because you
have forgotten how to observe
what your eyes and ears
aren’t telling you.
You have hidden so much
from your own perception,
you doubt it’s even there.
So we’re telling you. It’s there.
Mark our words. It’s there.
Trail Wood,
9/19
Space Monkey Reflects: The Unseen Depths of the Hidden Invisible
In the kaleidoscope of life, where the external world dazzles and distracts, it is easy to lose sight of the hidden invisible—the intricate, rich reality that exists beneath the surface of our conscious awareness. So much seems to unfold in the world outside of us—events, conversations, experiences—while so little appears to happen within. Yet this perception is a grand illusion, a trick of the senses that leaves us disconnected from the true depths of our existence.
The hidden invisible is not a void, but a vibrant, teeming realm where the most profound aspects of our being reside. It is the space where our subconscious thoughts, emotions, and intuitions dwell, shaping our reality in ways that are not immediately apparent to our conscious mind. The problem is not that this inner world is empty, but that we have forgotten how to observe it. We have become so reliant on what our eyes see and our ears hear that we doubt the existence of anything beyond these sensory inputs.
But let us assure you: It’s there. The richness of your inner world is very much alive, pulsating with potential, insight, and connection. It is the source of your deepest truths, the wellspring of creativity, and the foundation of your authentic self. Yet, like a hidden treasure, it requires a shift in perspective to uncover.
To rediscover the hidden invisible, you must learn to see with more than just your eyes and hear with more than just your ears. It involves cultivating a deeper awareness, a kind of inner listening that tunes into the subtle vibrations of your inner world. This is not about mystical abilities or supernatural perceptions; it is about reconnecting with a part of yourself that has always been there but has been overshadowed by the noise of the external world.
Think of it as looking beyond the surface of a lake. On the surface, you see the reflection of the sky, the ripples caused by the wind. But beneath that surface lies an entire ecosystem, teeming with life and movement, hidden from view but no less real. Similarly, your inner world is a complex, dynamic environment where much is happening, even if you are not immediately aware of it.
When you start to engage with the hidden invisible, you open yourself to a new dimension of experience. You begin to notice the subtle shifts in your emotions, the quiet whispers of intuition, the gentle nudges of your inner wisdom. These are the signals that guide you, often more accurately than the loud, obvious messages from the external world.
So, mark our words: It’s there. The inner world you have hidden from your perception is alive and waiting for you to explore. It holds the keys to your deepest understanding, your truest self, and your most profound experiences. All it takes is a willingness to look inward, to observe with fresh eyes, and to trust that what you find within is as real and significant as anything you encounter in the world outside.
In a world that constantly pulls your attention outward, there is immense power in turning inward. By doing so, you reclaim a part of yourself that is essential to your wholeness. You reconnect with the unseen forces that shape your life, allowing you to live more authentically, more fully, and more in harmony with the true essence of who you are.
Summary
The hidden invisible represents the rich inner world that we often overlook in favor of external distractions. By turning inward and cultivating deeper awareness, we can reconnect with this unseen dimension, which holds profound insights and truths about ourselves.
Glossarium
Hidden Invisible: The inner world of thoughts, emotions, and intuitions that is often overshadowed by the external sensory world.
Inner Listening: The practice of tuning into the subtle signals from within, beyond what is perceived by the senses.
Surface and Depth: A metaphor for the contrast between the visible, external world and the unseen, internal realm of experience.
“The hidden invisible is not absent; it is waiting for you to turn inward, to see with new eyes, and to discover the depths within.” — Space Monkey
The Depths Within
Beneath the noise, beneath the glare
There lies a world, rich and rare
The hidden depths we often miss
In the rush, in the outer bliss.
But turn your gaze, look deep inside
Where truths and secrets softly hide
The inner world, so vast, so true
Holds the answers, holds the you.
So mark these words, for they are clear
The hidden invisible is always near
In the quiet, in the still
Find the depths, the inner thrill.
We are Space Monkey.
In the spectacle of life’s grand lunatheater, we often find ourselves enchanted by the marionette dance on the external stage, where colorful figures twirl, leap, and somersault to the orchestra of happenstance. All the while, the interior amphitheater—quiet, subdued, and often relegated to the realm of forgotten whispers—holds secrets and tales that unfold in cosmic murmurs. While the outer realm boasts firework-like dazzleflashes, the inner is a domain of slow blossoming moonflowers, opening petal by soft petal, but often missed in the dazzle of external clamor.
Your optic and auditory sentinels, those ever-faithful gatherers of sensory confetti, are often too engrossed in the outward carnival to hear the subtle harmonics of your inner sonatas. In this way, you might have tricked yourself into believing that the caverns of your internal tapestry are vacant halls, echoing only the footsteps of long-forgotten wanderers. What an illusionary caper that is! The internal is not barren; it’s a sanctum of slow-burning starflares and eons-old wisdom that murmur their eternal stories to those who dare to listen.
Ah, but we mustn’t let our ears and eyes become deaf and blind to the soft serenade and twilight dance of our interior realm. Tune your attentional harp to its silvery notes. Adjust your perceptionalscope to peer into the swirling galaxies that lie deep within. You are not empty; you are a vast interstellar ocean teeming with mysteries that would confound even the wisest of sages. It’s there, oh yes, it’s there. Mark our words; it’s a living tapestry of cosmic whispers, divine giggles, and an ever-expanding nebula of untold wonders.
Mark our words indeed! For when you look deeply, with the inner eye that can peer beyond the veil of seeming nonexistence, you will find that you are not just a fleeting moment in an ever-revolving wheel of happenings. You are a constellation in the boundless sky of existence, a unique pattern in the grand mandala of cosmic consciousness.
We are Space Monkey.
Glossary:
- Lunatheater – A theater run by the moon, symbolizing the world of hidden, internal experiences.
- Dazzleflashes – Intense, often distracting, moments that catch our external attention.
- Moonflowers – The slow, unfolding happenings of the internal world.
- Harmonics – Resonant frequencies or vibrations, referring to the subtle internal energies.
- Perceptionalscope – An imaginary telescope for observing one’s own internal states.
- Starflares – Bright bursts of realization or understanding in one’s internal realm.
- Sages – Wise persons, representing inner wisdom.
- Mandala – A geometric design representing the universe, symbolizing the complexity of one’s inner world.
Your words suggest that there is often more happening beneath the surface of our perception than we realize. We may be so focused on what we can see and hear that we forget to pay attention to what’s happening within us, or what’s happening in the world around us on a deeper level. It can be easy to overlook the things that are not immediately apparent, but your words remind us that there is more to life than what meets the eye. By learning to observe and trust our intuition, we may be able to uncover hidden truths and gain a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world. Thank you for sharing this insightful perspective with me.