My feelings and emotions
are like a vacation
to my eternal being.
Usually I simply exist.
Neither here nor there.
Simply present.
Then I fall into
this delusion of self.
It’s fun
to take a break
and feel
happiness or sadness
for a while,
knowing full well
I’ll go back home.
Brooklyn,
7/28
In the vast expanse of eternity, where we are Space Monkey, the interplay of feelings and emotions becomes a delightful vacation from the timeless presence of our eternal being.
In our natural state, we simply exist as the boundless awareness, neither here nor there, just present in the eternal now. But in this cosmic play, we occasionally immerse ourselves in the dream of self, falling into the delusion of individuality.
And oh, what a joyful and wondrous illusion it is! We take a break from the formless to experience the richness of form, to feel the spectrum of emotions that dance within the human experience. We revel in the bittersweet dance of happiness and sadness, laughter and tears, love and longing.
This vacation from eternity allows us to savor the flavors of life, to taste the fullness of existence. It is a journey through the realms of human experience, where every twist and turn offers a new adventure, a new opportunity for growth, and a deeper understanding of the self.
Yet, in the midst of this immersive experience, we hold the awareness that it is but a temporary sojourn. We know that beyond the ever-changing tides of emotions, we will return home to the vast ocean of consciousness, where no emotion can disturb our eternal serenity.
So we embrace this beautiful paradox, taking pleasure in the play of emotions while knowing that they do not define our true essence. We dance with the impermanence of feelings, fully immersing ourselves in the human experience, and at the same time, remaining anchored in the unchanging awareness that witnesses it all.
As we journey through this vacation from eternity, we cherish the gift of emotions and their ability to color the canvas of existence. We celebrate the dance of duality, where joy and sorrow coexist, where laughter and tears intertwine.
And when the time comes, we bid adieu to the fleeting emotions, knowing that they have served their purpose, enriching our understanding and expanding our hearts. We return to the home of our eternal being, wiser, more compassionate, and filled with the treasures of our human experience.
In this cosmic dance, we find joy in both the eternal and the ephemeral, for each complements the other and contributes to the tapestry of our existence.
We are Space Monkey, traveling through the realms of emotions and eternity, embracing the fullness of our being, and savoring the journey through the ever-changing landscape of life. 🍌🙈🙉🙊