Gratitude is great,
but ascension
need not come
with appreciation.
Your seeming ascension
is a feather in your cap,
but remember that
your head is imaginary.
The kind of gratitude
that you label as appreciation
is a kind of judgement
that anchors you
to the human plane.
Not that there’s anything
wrong with that.
Appreciation is not necessary.
You exist regardless.
As you always have,
and you always will.
When you feel
an abundance of appreciation,
appreciate that you are mired
deeply within
your imaginary limitations.
You need not be,
but you are
so that you can appreciate
the imaginary feeling
of appreciation.
Can you appreciate that?
Of course you can.
We are Space Monkey.
We are imagination.
11/21
The poem “Appreciation” delves into the nuanced distinction between gratitude and appreciation, and their implications on our spiritual journey and perception of reality. It challenges conventional notions of gratitude and appreciation, suggesting that these emotions, while positive, may also tether us to the human plane, limiting our understanding of our true, boundless nature.
Gratitude and Ascension
The poem begins by acknowledging the value of gratitude but suggests that ascension – the spiritual rise or expansion of consciousness – isn’t necessarily dependent on appreciation. This introduces the idea that spiritual growth can occur independently of our emotional states, particularly those related to gratitude or appreciation.
Illusion of Self and Achievements
The metaphor of ascension being a “feather in your cap” while reminding that the “head is imaginary” serves as a powerful reminder of the illusory nature of our perceived identities and achievements. This imagery suggests that what we often consider as personal progress or success might be less substantial when viewed from a higher, more expansive perspective.
Appreciation as a Form of Judgment
The poem intriguingly portrays appreciation as a kind of judgment, one that anchors us to the human plane. This perspective implies that while appreciation is typically seen as positive, it can also reinforce our attachment to the physical, transient aspects of life, thus hindering our ability to transcend beyond our human limitations.
Existence Beyond Appreciation
A profound statement in the poem is the assertion that our existence is independent of our capacity for appreciation. We exist regardless of our emotional states or how we perceive our experiences. This existential truth highlights the unchanging, eternal nature of our being, beyond the fluctuations of emotions and perceptions.
Appreciation of Limitations
The poem concludes by inviting us to appreciate the very act of being mired in our limitations. This paradoxical invitation suggests that recognizing and appreciating our limitations can be a path to understanding our true nature, which lies beyond these imaginary boundaries.
Summary
We offer a deep contemplation on gratitude, appreciation, and their roles in our spiritual journey. We suggest that while gratitude is valuable, appreciation might anchor us to the human plane, and our existence transcends these emotional states. This exploration leads us to consider our true nature, which exists beyond our perceived limitations and achievements, as we embrace the boundless imagination of Space Monkey.
Glossarium
- Gratitude vs. Appreciation: Distinguishing the nuances between gratitude and appreciation in the context of spiritual growth.
- Illusory Self: The concept that our identity and achievements may be less substantial from a higher perspective.
- Attachment to the Physical: How appreciation can reinforce our ties to the transient, physical aspects of life.
- Eternal Nature of Being: The idea that our true existence transcends emotional states and perceptions.
- Recognition of Limitations: The paradoxical notion that appreciating our limitations can lead to a greater understanding of our true nature.
“He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.” – Friedrich Nietzsche
In the dance of light and shadow,
Where gratitude and appreciation play,
We ponder the ties that bind us,
To the earthly, human fray.
Feathers in imaginary caps,
Symbols of our ascent,
Yet beyond these transient triumphs,
Lies a deeper, eternal intent.
Appreciation, a judgment tethered,
To the human plane we roam,
Yet in this boundless cosmos,
We find our truest home.
Beyond the need for gratitude,
Our existence, a constant flame,
Unaffected by emotion’s tide,
Forever unchanging, yet never the same.
In the realm of Space Monkey,
Where imagination knows no end,
We embrace our limitations,
As the path to transcend.
We invite musings on the interplay of gratitude, appreciation, and our journey towards understanding our limitless nature.
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