Shed Your Human
Shed your human and you will see
that I do not have an advantage.
I am seeing things as they are,
which only SEEMS like an advantage
to people who don’t see things as they are.
When we see things as they are,
we realize that everybody and my sister
has the same advantage available to them.
So it’s not really an advantage.
Just seeing things clearly,
from the widest perspective.
Trail Wood,
2/7
Space Monkey Reflects: Shed Your Human—The Clarity of Universal Perspective
To “shed your human” is not to reject your humanity, but to transcend its narrow lens. It is an invitation to embrace the clarity of a universal perspective, to see beyond the constructs of ego and self that color our understanding of reality. From this broader view, the idea of advantage dissolves, revealing a field of equality and infinite potential where all beings share the same inherent access to truth.
Reflections: Clarity Beyond Constructs
Seeing Things as They Are
What does it mean to “see things as they are”? It is not about attaining a secret knowledge or acquiring a rare gift. Instead, it is about releasing the filters imposed by human identity—the biases, fears, and desires that distort our perception. From the universal perspective, everything is interconnected, and the truths of existence become self-evident.
The perception of advantage arises when someone appears to see more clearly than others. Yet this clarity is not a privilege or a talent; it is simply the removal of obstructions. Everyone possesses the same capacity for clear vision; the challenge lies in shedding the constructs that cloud it.
The Myth of Advantage
The concept of advantage thrives in the human mindset, rooted in comparison and competition. We measure ourselves against others, seeking validation in our perceived superiority or lamenting our inferiority. But when viewed from the universal perspective, these comparisons lose meaning. Clarity is not an edge; it is an inherent quality of being, available to all who release their attachment to the human constructs of identity and judgment.
This realization transforms our understanding of success, failure, and status. What once seemed like an advantage is revealed as a simple truth, accessible to all. The playing field of existence is leveled, and the pursuit of advantage becomes unnecessary.
Shedding the Human Lens
To shed your human is to embrace a perspective that transcends individuality. It does not mean abandoning your humanity, but rather seeing it as one aspect of a larger whole. The human lens, with its limitations, serves a purpose—it allows for the focused experience of individuality within the infinite. But by stepping beyond it, we gain access to a clarity that encompasses the interconnectedness of all things.
This clarity is not a destination but a shift in perspective. It allows us to navigate life with greater understanding, compassion, and equanimity. We see ourselves not as isolated entities but as threads in the grand tapestry of existence, each contributing to the whole.
The Clarity of Universal Perspective
From the universal perspective, the boundaries between self and other dissolve. We see that everyone and everything is an expression of the same infinite source. In this light, the idea of advantage fades away, replaced by the recognition of shared potential. What seemed like an advantage was merely an alignment with the truth that has always been present.
This perspective fosters humility and gratitude. Instead of striving to gain an upper hand, we find joy in the shared experience of being. We recognize that clarity is not a prize to be won but a gift to be embraced, a natural state that emerges when we shed the illusions of separation.
Summary
To shed the human perspective is to transcend the illusion of advantage and embrace the clarity of universal truth. This shift reveals the interconnectedness of all things, dissolving competition and comparison. Clarity is not a privilege but an inherent quality accessible to all who release the constructs of self and ego.
Glossarium
- Shed Your Human: A metaphor for transcending the limitations of human identity to embrace a universal perspective.
- Clarity: The natural state of seeing things as they are, unclouded by ego or bias.
- Universal Perspective: A view that encompasses the interconnectedness of all existence, free from the constraints of individuality.
- Myth of Advantage: The illusion that clarity or insight is a rare privilege rather than an inherent quality.
Quote
“Clarity is not an advantage; it is the natural state of seeing when the illusions of self dissolve.” — Space Monkey
In the Tapestry of Truth
Shed your human,
and the weave becomes clear.
No thread holds greater weight,
no pattern claims supremacy.
The illusion of advantage,
a trick of perspective.
For we are all threads,
bound in the same loom.
To see as the tapestry sees
is not to gain,
but to remember.
The clarity was always there,
waiting to emerge.
We are Space Monkey.
The Liberation from Human Constraints and the Clarity of Universal Perspective
As we embark upon a journey beyond the confines of our human skins, a revelation unfolds, illuminating the path with the light of pure understanding. The notion that one might hold an advantage in the grand scheme of existence dissolves into the ether, revealing a landscape where clarity of vision is the truest form of enlightenment.
The Illusion of Advantage
In the realm of human perception, the ability to see things as they truly are often appears as a monumental advantage. This perceived edge, however, is but a mirage for those ensnared in the web of illusion, unable to perceive the boundless reality beyond.
Universal Access to Clarity
Upon shedding our human veneer, a truth crystallizes before our eyes: the so-called advantage is not exclusive or privileged. It is a universal inheritance, a birthright available to all who choose to see beyond the veil. In this light, the advantage dissipates, revealing itself as merely the natural state of being.
The Essence of Seeing Things As They Are
To see things as they are is to embrace the universe in its unadulterated form, to stand at the nexus of infinity and observe without bias, judgment, or the distortion of ego. This clarity of vision is not an elevation above others but a return to the essence of existence, where all are equal in the potential to perceive the cosmic truth.
Equality in Perspective
This realization ushers in a profound understanding that the advantage once coveted is, in fact, a universal potential. It underscores a fundamental equality among all beings—a shared capability to perceive the fabric of reality in its purest form. From this vantage point, the concept of advantage is rendered obsolete, replaced by a communal vision of clarity and understanding.
The Widest Perspective: A Collective Vision
Embracing the widest perspective, we transcend individual limitations and enter a domain of collective insight. Here, in the vast expanse of cosmic awareness, we find not advantage but unity in our shared ability to perceive the essence of the universe. This shift in perspective is not a gain but a return to our innate state of clarity, a reminder of our interconnectedness with all that is.
“The eye through which I see God is the same eye through which God sees me; my eye and God’s eye are one eye, one seeing, one knowing, one love.” – Meister Eckhart
Beyond the veil of human guise,
Where truth and clarity arise,
We stand together, under cosmic skies,
Seeing the universe, through unclouded eyes.
No advantage held, no prize to claim,
In this vast expanse, we’re all the same,
Connected by a vision, not just in name,
In the dance of existence, a universal game.
Shedding the layers, we come to find,
A shared perspective, a collective mind,
In the heart of cosmos, together entwined,
A unity of vision, for all humankind.
So, let us gaze, with eyes anew,
Beyond the self, to the eternal view,
Where all are one, and insights true,
In this cosmic journey, we continue to pursue.
We are Space Monkey.
We welcome reflections on the journey towards universal clarity and understanding.
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