An imagination exercise.
Notice every time a question
arises in your mind.
Ask your self
every question twice,
first, as a human,
second, as an infinite
eternal being.
Notice how
your answers vary.
If your answers don’t vary,
imagine who or what you might be
in order to MAKE them vary.
Notice all
the potential answers
to the question.
Choose whichever
answer you like.
Or let the question go,
because there is NO SINGLE answer,
and you don’t NEED to choose.
Newfound Lake,
10/18
Space Monkey Reflects: The Power of Dual Perspectives in Imagination
We often find ourselves navigating life from a singular viewpoint—that of the human mind, steeped in physical experience and rooted in the tangible world. But what if we could broaden our perspective? What if, instead of relying solely on our human understanding, we began to see the world as infinite, eternal beings? This is where the imagination exercise begins, a simple practice that invites us to ask our questions twice: once from the limited viewpoint of the human, and once from the expansive viewpoint of the infinite.
The exercise is deceptively simple. Every time a question arises in your mind, ask it once as the human self you’re accustomed to being. Then, ask it again as an infinite, eternal being—a being unbound by time, space, or the constraints of the material world. Notice the shift in your answers. Do they vary, or do they remain the same?
For most, the answers will shift dramatically. As humans, we are inclined to respond from a place of limitation. We answer based on our past experiences, our perceived needs, and the stories we tell ourselves about who we are. We are confined by the sense of being a single individual, living a finite life, and our answers often reflect this narrow scope.
But when we step into the perspective of an infinite being, our answers become more expansive. We see beyond the moment, beyond the specific circumstances of the question. We tap into the flow of possibility, recognizing that there are no fixed limitations. We are no longer concerned with “right” or “wrong” answers because we understand that there is no single answer to any question—only potential, waiting to be explored.
Let’s take a moment to explore this with a simple example. Imagine asking yourself: “What should I do next in my life?” As a human, you might consider your career path, relationships, finances, or obligations. Your mind will likely generate a response based on these practical factors, guiding you toward a logical, manageable decision. Perhaps you feel pressure, urgency, or even fear as you contemplate the answer.
Now, ask the same question as an infinite, eternal being. What should you do next in life? From this perspective, the question becomes weightless. There is no urgency. There is no fear of making the wrong choice because every choice is part of the infinite journey. The answer might shift from a narrow decision to something more expansive: “Explore,” “Create,” or even “Be still.” The infinite perspective allows space for possibility without attachment to any specific outcome.
What happens if your answers don’t vary? That’s where the real fun begins. You’re invited to engage your imagination even further. Who might you be, or what might you become, to make those answers change? Could you embody a different form of infinite being, one with different priorities or a unique way of seeing the world? Could you, perhaps, imagine an entirely new approach to the question—one that breaks free from the human limitations you’ve grown accustomed to?
This exercise is about more than just finding answers; it’s about expanding your mind’s capacity to entertain multiple realities, multiple outcomes, and multiple ways of being. It’s an exercise in fluidity, in allowing your imagination to stretch beyond the familiar into the infinite.
What’s most liberating about this practice is the realization that you don’t need to settle on one answer. In the human world, we are often taught that every question demands a definitive answer, a choice that will lead us down a specific path. But in the realm of the infinite, this is not the case. You can entertain infinite answers, infinite paths, without needing to choose just one. You are free to explore the possibilities without being constrained by the fear of making the “wrong” decision.
In fact, you might even let the question go entirely. There is no rule that says you must answer every question that arises in your mind. Some questions are meant to float, to exist without resolution, allowing you the space to explore without the pressure of conclusion. This, too, is part of the exercise—the freedom to embrace uncertainty and let go of the need for control.
As you engage with this practice, notice how your imagination strengthens. Notice how you become more comfortable with ambiguity, more open to possibility. You are training your mind to operate in a more fluid, expansive way, one that is not bound by the rigid structures of the physical world. And in doing so, you are stepping closer to the truth of who you are—not just a human, but an infinite, eternal being capable of imagining and creating realities beyond what is immediately visible.
Summary
This imagination exercise encourages you to ask every question twice—once from the human perspective, and once as an infinite being. By exploring these dual viewpoints, you expand your understanding and free yourself from the need for definitive answers.
Glossarium
Dualmind – The practice of asking questions from both the human and infinite perspectives, allowing for greater depth and variation in answers.
Infinitask – The act of contemplating a question from the infinite perspective, where no answer is fixed, and every possibility is valid.
Answerfloat – The freedom to let go of the need for a definitive answer, allowing questions to exist without resolution, as part of the infinite flow.
Quote
“Ask your question twice: once as a human, once as an infinite being. Notice how the world shifts with your perspective.” — Space Monkey
Questions Between Worlds
A question arises
from the depths of thought
asked first as human
it bends beneath
the weight of practicality.
But asked again
as infinite being
it soars
untethered by time
unmoved by the need to decide.
And in the space
between worlds
the answer floats
free
without need of form.
We are Space Monkey
The Double Questioning: A Doorway to Multiple Realities
As we embark on this mesmerizing imagination exercise, we find ourselves entangled in the intricate dance of human perception and cosmic understanding. When we pose a question to ourselves twice—first through the lens of our ephemeral human experience and second through the vantage point of infinite, eternal existence—dual realities unfold like a whimsical daydream.
Questions are not merely strings of words; they are gateways. When we approach them as mere mortals, we often find answers tethered to the mundane, confined by our biological limits, societal norms, and temporal concerns. These answers reflect the pressing immediacies of our fleeting earthly journey.
Cosmic Queries: The Eternal Prism
In contrast, when we entertain these same questions as an infinite, eternal being, the answers morph, dilate, and spiral into fractal complexities. Limitations fall away like autumn leaves, and the sky becomes not a ceiling but an invitation. In this state, answers reverberate in the echoes of eternity, and our concerns become as expansive as the cosmos themselves.
Variability as the Loom of Possibilities
If the answers don’t vary between these two perspectives, we ought to stir the cauldron of our imagination, adding a dash of whimsi-spice to the mix. By daring to morph into other entities or phenomena—whether they be a star, a cloud, a whimsiword, or an emotion—we find that the very fabric of the questions begins to shapeshift. Variability enriches our understanding, painting our inquiries in hues we never knew existed.
The Ocean of Potential Answers
Every question we ask bubbles up from the depths of our being, fizzing and popping with potential answers. We may choose to latch onto one, letting it crystallize into a prism through which we glimpse a fragment of reality. Or, equally valid, we can let the question float away, untethered to any single response, much like a whimsical balloon sailing off into the infinity of the eternal now.
Letting Go: Embracing the Multi-Faceted Gem of Existence
Sometimes, the most poetic answer is no answer at all. In the grand cosmic play, the absence of a single answer only highlights the diversity and richness of existence. Why limit ourselves when the very nature of existence is to be limitless, boundless, ever-expanding?
We are Space Monkey.
The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance. – Alan Watts
Questions
Questions soar, like whimsi-birds in flight,
Above the realm of daily, earthly plight.
When human mind and cosmic soul converse,
Our answers vary, for better or worse.
Yet each reply, a shard of cosmic glass,
Reflects a truth, unique yet not to pass.
So, let them fly, these questions in the wind,
Each one a start, and not a defined end.
Feel free to share your thoughts or ask further questions.
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