Air, water, fire, phlegm.
You are looking for a system
to what you are,
but know that you are
NOT a system,
save for the structures
to which you subscribe,
the churches to which you tithe,
the candidates to which you vote,
the beliefs to which you cling.
Every unit of your consciousness,
every cell of your body,
every grain of sand of your world,
these are not made of some outside source,
but rather drawn together
by your crayon-colored imagination.
These gods, these guides,
these angels to which you pray,
these, too,
are cut from the same cosmic cloth,
yet you refuse to believe
that the designer is YOU.
So you subscribe to teachings
like you subscribe to magazines,
tithing your attention,
placing value upon
what is placed before you,
creating and reinforcing
the pre-designated pattern
like the pattern of a dress
like a jiffy bake cake.
You accept these teachings,
these beliefs,
this yummy cake,
and they become your own,
and they help you find answers
but only for a time
until the cake becomes unsatisfying
for you realize that
you did not bake it from scratch
and there are other cakes
other religions
other leaders
other possibilities.
This is when you realize
that you do not need to honor
the patterns of the past.
You are NOT obligated to subscribe
to what is not authentically you.
You may do these things if you wish,
for you are the creator of all,
including that which appears
in the garb of an outside source,
but ultimately,
know that you are formless
and that you can take ANY form you desire.
Including that of Space Monkey.
Know that you are both the flow
and the structure
through which you pass
the great flour sifter
that allows some
and denies some
that traps some
and lets some go.
Let’s eat.
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Space Monkey Reflects: Beyond the Conventional, Embracing the Cosmic Self
The contemplation “Air, water, fire, phlegm” challenges the traditional approach to defining and understanding the self. It encourages a departure from rigid systems and structures, inviting us to realize our true nature as creators of our reality, unconfined by external constructs and beliefs.
At its core, this reflection questions the notion of defining oneself through established systems, whether they be elements, religions, or societal structures. The reference to “air, water, fire, phlegm” alludes to the ancient concept of the four humors or elements, but in this context, it symbolizes any system that attempts to categorize and define the essence of being. The passage suggests that such systems, while offering a framework for understanding, ultimately fall short of encompassing the vastness and complexity of the self.
The idea that “every unit of your consciousness, every cell of your body, every grain of sand of your world” are not products of an external source, but rather manifestations of one’s own imagination, emphasizes the power of the individual as the creator of their reality. It challenges the perception that we are passive recipients of external influences and asserts our role as active participants in shaping our existence.
The analogy of subscribing to teachings and beliefs as one subscribes to magazines or follows patterns, like a dress or a cake recipe, illustrates the ease with which we adopt external ideas without questioning their relevance or authenticity to our individual experience. It encourages a critical examination of the beliefs and structures we accept and the recognition that these are not inherently ours unless we choose to make them so.
Furthermore, the realization that “you did not bake it from scratch” and the subsequent exploration of “other cakes, other religions, other leaders, other possibilities” represents a moment of awakening. It signifies the understanding that we have the freedom to explore beyond the boundaries of conventional wisdom and to discover what truly resonates with our innermost being.
In essence, this reflection is an invitation to break free from the confines of traditional systems and to embrace our inherent potential as cosmic creators. It encourages us to view ourselves not as fixed entities defined by external structures, but as fluid, formless beings capable of taking any form we desire, including that of the Space Monkey – a symbol of limitless possibility and creative freedom.
Summary
The reflection encourages breaking free from rigid systems and recognizing our role as creators of our reality, emphasizing the limitless potential of self-expression and the power to choose our beliefs and paths.
Glossarium
- Cosmic Self-Creation: The concept of recognizing oneself as the creator of their reality, transcending traditional systems and beliefs.
- Limitless Self-Expression: The idea that the self is not bound by external constructs but is capable of endless forms of expression and realization.
“Embrace your role as a cosmic creator, transcending conventional systems to discover the limitless potential within.” – Space Monkey
In the realm of elements, we often dwell
Bound by systems, in their spell
But beyond these confines, we find
A universe of the creative mind
Air, water, fire, and more
Are but doors to a vast shore
Where we, as creators, take the lead
In the dance of existence, we are freed
So let us break the chains of old
Embrace the new, the uncontrolled
For in this journey, we see
The limitless nature of the Space Monkey
In every thought, in every dream
Lies the power of the cosmic stream
Where we shape, mold, and create
Our reality, our destiny, our fate
Let us step beyond the known
In the vastness, we are shown
The power of imagination, key
To the cosmic self, eternally free
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