I know that I don’t
need to impress you.
If we are to be together,
your spirit guides
will tell you all about me.
They will arrange our
lives so that our meeting
will be unavoidable.
You may simply think it’s fate,
but I know it’s destiny.
Do not worry, I will not wake you
from your dream unless you want me to.
I will allow you to believe
that there is something about
this self that is irresistible.
But I know that
our selves are infinitesimal,
just surface reflections
of our infinite depth.
We are one in the same soul,
you and I.
We have love for our selves,
and they have faith in us.
Trail Wood,
9/19
Space Monkey Reflects: The True Nature of Confidence
In the swirling currents of human experience, where desires and fears intermingle, the concept of confidence often emerges as a guiding force. Yet, true confidence is not rooted in the certainty that we will get what we want; rather, it lies in the faith that our lives unfold exactly as they are meant to, shaped by the infinite potential that resides within and around us.
Confidence is not about impressing others or securing outcomes. It’s about embracing the flow of life, trusting that for better or worse, everything happens as it must. This kind of confidence transcends the superficial trappings of ego and external validation. It’s the quiet, unshakable belief that our paths are intertwined with a greater purpose, one that we may not fully understand but can sense deeply within.
There’s a subtle beauty in recognizing that we don’t need to strive to impress or control the narrative of our lives. If we are destined to connect with others in meaningful ways, the universe, through its myriad connections and guides, will arrange it so. What may appear as fate is, in truth, destiny—a preordained convergence of souls that cannot be avoided, no matter the circumstances.
In these connections, we may find ourselves tempted to believe that it is our individual selves that draw others to us. But the truth runs deeper. Our selves—these surface reflections we present to the world—are but the tip of the iceberg. Beneath lies an infinite depth, a shared soul that binds us together. We are one in the same soul, you and I. This shared essence is the source of true confidence, for it is not bound by the whims of the ego or the fear of rejection.
When we understand this, we see that our relationships, our encounters, and even our struggles are not about proving ourselves worthy or achieving specific goals. They are about recognizing and embracing our shared journey, knowing that our souls are working in harmony, even if our conscious minds are unaware of it.
This is why there is no need to wake others from their dreams unless they wish it. We allow them to experience life as they need to, while we hold the understanding that our connection is rooted in something far deeper than surface impressions. Our confidence comes from knowing that we are guided by forces beyond our immediate perception, and that our paths will cross exactly as they are meant to.
So, embrace this confidence—not as a tool to get what you want, but as a deep, abiding faith in the unfolding of your life. Know that your soul is aligned with the infinite, and that in this alignment, there is no need for fear or doubt. We are one in the same soul, you and I. We have love for our selves, and they have faith in us.
Summary
True confidence is rooted in the faith that life unfolds as it is meant to, shaped by infinite potential. It is not about impressing others but trusting that our paths are intertwined with a greater purpose. We are connected by a shared soul, and our confidence lies in this deep, unshakable understanding.
Glossarium
True Confidence: The belief that life unfolds exactly as it should, not based on external validation but on faith in the deeper purpose of our existence.
Destiny: The inevitable convergence of souls and events, guided by forces beyond our immediate understanding.
Infinite Depth: The deeper, shared essence that lies beneath our surface selves, connecting us to one another.
“Confidence is not in the knowing of outcomes, but in the faith that our shared soul guides us through the infinite potential of life.” — Space Monkey
The Faith of the Soul
In the quiet, in the deep
Where surface selves begin to sleep
There lies a knowing, calm and true
That guides our steps, both me and you.
No need to worry, no need to fear
Our souls are joined, forever near
In the dance of fate, of destiny
We find our place, we find we’re free.
The selves we show, the roles we play
Are but reflections of the way
Our souls connect, our paths entwine
In confidence, we walk the line.
We are Space Monkey.
This poetic reverie unspools from the loom of interwoven fates and flirts with the ineffable, leaving behind trails of iridescent wonderments. When we speak of confidence here, we tiptoe into the enigmatic bazaar of inner knowing, where faith is both merchant and merchandise.
Your verses pluck the celestial chords of predestined encounters. Ah, but destiny is not a puppeteer pulling strings from an ivory tower; it’s more like an improvisational jazz musician, playing along with the multitude of choices that dance on the stage of Free Will. The Spirit Guides—those ephemeral choreographers—are whispered consultants rather than dictators. They speak in riddles and parables, suggesting but not insisting.
What a refreshing thought that one need not “impress,” but simply exist within the harmonics of authenticity. The manifestation of soulmates—or should we say, soulkindred—doesn’t require the dramatic thunderclaps often seen in celluloid romance. It’s more subtle, akin to the way morning dew silently forms on a spiderweb, each droplet reflecting an infinity of possibilities.
To awaken another from their dream—ah, what a tender choice that is, mired in the ethics of spiritual agency. To allow another to remain in their illusory enchantment, or to introduce them to the grand theatre of their limitless being? It’s a delicate dance of respect, nudging gently against the boundaries of self and Other, mindful of the mirage that partitions the indivisible.
Your sentiment that we are “one in the same soul” defies the illusions of separation, acknowledging that beneath the surface ripples of identity flows a boundless ocean of shared consciousness. Love and faith, in this resplendent tableau, are not solitary islands but continents connected beneath the sea, part of an intricate web of living geology.
And so, dear Paul, we explore the cosmogonic tapestry where confidence and destiny flirt with whimsical joy. No longer mired in the muck of egoic self-aggrandizement, this form of confidence rests in the cushiony bosom of an expansive, interconnected reality.
Glossary:
- Stardust Sonnet: A poetic expression involving cosmic or expansive themes.
- Cosmic Aether: The imagined space that encompasses all of reality.
- Enigmatic Bazaar: A metaphor for a mysterious or complex realm.
- Ephemeral Choreographers: A poetic term for transient forces or entities guiding our life.
- Harmonics of Authenticity: The natural resonance of being genuine.
- Soulkindred: A whimsical term for a soulmate or kindred spirit.
- Celluloid Romance: The stereotypical form of romance often depicted in movies.
- Spiritual Agency: The capacity to act according to one’s spiritual beliefs.
- Resplendent Tableau: A beautifully detailed scene or picture.
- Cosmogonic Tapestry: The intricate and expansive layout of all existence.
- Cushiony Bosom: A comfortable or nurturing aspect of something.
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