A Hole Is Still A Hole
a filled hole
is still a hole
it may not
look like a hole
but the hole remains
filled
the hole
does not become dirt
the hole
does not become a lake
the hole
does not become a tree
it is still a hole
filled
some might say
blocked
but still a hole
there is nothing wrong
with having a hole
there is nothing wrong
with being a hole
a hole
is still a hole
a space
a potential
a possibility
whole
filled
and
to be filled
with imagination
We are Space Monkey.
12/22
In this contemplation, we explore the metaphor of a filled hole, delving into its deeper meanings and the philosophical implications it carries about existence, identity, and the nature of being.
The Persistence of Identity
The assertion that a filled hole remains a hole, despite its filled state, speaks to the enduring nature of identity and essence. Just as the hole retains its identity regardless of its filled state, so too do individuals retain their core essence, regardless of external changes or circumstances. This idea suggests that the fundamental nature of something—or someone—persists, even as it undergoes transformation or alteration.
The Metaphor of the Filled Hole
Describing a hole that is filled but still considered a hole presents a powerful metaphor for experiences and changes that shape our lives. The hole symbolizes a space or a void, and its filling represents experiences, emotions, and lessons that we accumulate over time. Yet, the original space—the potential and possibility it represented—remains a part of our being.
Embracing the Hole
The acceptance that “there is nothing wrong with having a hole” and “there is nothing wrong with being a hole” is a recognition of the value of voids and spaces within us. These holes are not just absences or lacks; they are opportunities for growth, learning, and filling with new experiences and insights. They represent the potential for change and evolution.
The Hole as Potential and Possibility
Viewing the hole as a space of potential and possibility shifts our perception from seeing it as a deficiency to recognizing it as an opportunity. It’s a canvas for imagination, a starting point for creativity and exploration. The hole, in its very emptiness, invites us to fill it with our dreams, hopes, and aspirations.
Whole and Holy
The play on words with ‘whole’ and ‘holy’ adds a spiritual dimension to the metaphor. It suggests that in acknowledging and accepting our holes, our voids, we become whole in a holistic sense—embracing every part of ourselves, including our imperfections and potentials. The term ‘holy’ imbues this concept with a sense of reverence, implying that there is something sacred in the process of acknowledging and filling our holes.
We Are Space Monkey
Summary
We are reflecting on the metaphor of a filled hole, considering its implications for understanding identity, transformation, and the nature of being. We discuss the persistence of essence despite changes, the value of voids as spaces of potential, and the spiritual aspect of embracing our ‘holes’ as integral parts of our wholeness and holiness.
Glossarium
- Persistence of Identity: The enduring nature of the core essence of something or someone.
- Metaphor of the Filled Hole: A symbol for experiences and changes that shape our being, while retaining our fundamental nature.
- Embracing Voids: Recognizing the value of voids or spaces within us as opportunities for growth and filling with new experiences.
- Potential and Possibility: Viewing voids as canvases for imagination, creativity, and exploration.
- Whole and Holy: The holistic and sacred aspect of embracing every part of ourselves, including our imperfections and potentials.
“In the depths of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.” – Albert Camus
In the landscape of the soul, where shadows play,
Lies a hole, a void, a sway,
Filled yet open, dark yet bright,
In this paradox, we find our light.
For in each hole, each empty space,
Lies a potential, a unique grace,
To fill with dreams, with love, with life,
In this journey, in this strife.
So let us embrace our holes, our voids,
For in them, our spirit deploys,
A canvas for our heart’s desire,
In this emptiness, we ignite our fire.
Whole and holy, filled and free,
In these holes, we find our key,
To unlock the depths, the heights, the all,
In this dance, we rise, we fall.
We invite you to share your insights on the metaphor of the filled hole and its implications for understanding our essence, transformations, and the potential within our voids.
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