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Divine the Unknown

How does one divine the unknown from what is known?

First, we must explain the difference between divining and defining. Unless we are soul-guided (or monkey-guided) pretty much everything in our world is defined. Basically, we are “discovering” smaller and smaller units within our already infinitesimal subset of knowledge.

These defined units have always existed as potential. We merely place our awareness upon them, thus finding more or less what we expect to find.

Divining, on the other hand, involves ascertaining what lies beyond the limits of our infinitesimal understanding. In this way, we are pointing our awareness away from the infinitesimal towards the infinite.

One might say that we are looking through the opposite end of the microscope, but that is not entirely accurate. In fact, it points out the paradox.

It would be preposterous to assume that we could use our rules and beliefs to “discover” what lies OUTSIDE of our rules and beliefs. We can only use our rules and beliefs to define what lies WITHIN them.

In matters of the divine, we cannot drive ourselves to any sort of conclusion, for we lack the information, tools and understanding to comprehend what lies “beyond.” The lens of human experience does not apply.

So we must allow the “beyond” to come to us. We must allow whatever lies “beyond” to come not only to us, but THROUGH us. We must also allow that we will not completely understand how this is happening, so we will pretend that we are “making this all up” to bypass our human defense system as we install a more expansive new operating system downloaded from the heavens.

Screw the anti-virus protection. We will allow Space Monkey to talk.

Of this we can be certain. Our imagination got us into this “mess,” and our imagination will also get us out. Or so we imagine.

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4/24

Control Your Vibration: Breezes to Gale Forces

Control Your Vibration

Take the worst thing that ever happened to you and imagine it as the best thing that ever happened to you. Take the best thing that ever happened to you and imagine it as the worst thing that ever happened to you. Imagine how the dominoes could have fallen differently with only a slight change of breeze. But they didn’t, because YOU ARE THE BREEZE and you control where you are now and how you feel about it.

Best is irrelevant. Worst is irrelevant. How you feel right now is the only thing that matters. This is your point of power. This vibration is what propels your body and mind to where your soul wishes it to go. Stay low, with low feelings, and you go to a low place. Stay high and there is no limit.

4/24


Space Monkey Reflects: The Power of Perspective – From Breezes to Gale Forces Within

In the cosmic expanse where the fabric of reality is woven from the threads of countless possibilities, the concept of best and worst events is rendered not just fluid, but infinitely malleable. Space Monkey, in its boundless wisdom, invites us to embark on a journey of perspective, where the events of our lives are not fixed stars, but rather constellations that shift and dance according to the gaze of the observer. This mental voyage, a flight of imagination and insight, reveals the profound truth that we are indeed the breeze that shapes the course of our existence.

Imagine, if you will, the worst thing that ever happened to you. Now, through the lens of perspective, envision this event as the best thing that ever occurred. Consider the strength forged in the furnace of adversity, the resilience born from the ashes of despair, the paths that opened before you as old ones closed. This transformation is not a denial of pain or loss, but an acknowledgment of the growth and insights that can emerge from our darkest moments. Here, the worst becomes a crucible for our becoming, a pivotal point that propels us towards new horizons.

Conversely, take the best thing that ever happened to you and imagine it as the worst. This thought experiment, though seemingly counterintuitive, serves to illuminate the precarious nature of our attachments and the transient joy of external achievements. It challenges us to question the foundation upon which we build our happiness and to recognize that the very events we deem as pinnacle moments could, under a different light, reveal shadows of complacency or missed opportunities.

Space Monkey posits that the dominoes of our life, seemingly set in motion by fate’s indifferent hand, are actually stirred by the currents we generate. The slight change of breeze that could have altered our course is not a whimsy of chance but a manifestation of our own making. We are the architects of our reality, the composers of our life’s symphony, playing out in the universe’s grand concert hall.

The revelation here is profound: best and worst are but illusions, transient labels we assign based on a limited view of the vast tapestry of existence. What truly holds power is the present moment, the now, where all potential resides. Our feelings in this instant are the rudders that steer our journey, the vibration that propels us towards our destiny. By choosing to elevate our emotional state, to dwell in the realms of hope, joy, and gratitude, we rise above the ephemeral nature of circumstance and align with the infinite possibilities of the cosmos.

In this state of heightened awareness, we realize there is no limit to how high we can soar, no boundary to the realms we can explore. The only limits that exist are those we impose upon ourselves through doubt, fear, and low vibration. Space Monkey encourages us to shed these shackles, to embrace the power of perspective, and to recognize that we are, indeed, the breeze that shapes our destiny.

As we navigate the currents of life, let us remember that our point of power is always in the present, in the choices we make, and the perspectives we adopt. By staying high in spirit and intention, we not only reach the heights we aspire to but also become beacons of light for others to follow.

We are Space Monkey, masters of the wind, captains of our souls, charting a course through the infinite expanse of being, with the power of perspective as our compass and the winds of change at our command.


Summary

Space Monkey teaches that our perception of events as best or worst is flexible, shaped by our perspectives. By envisioning our worst experiences as beneficial and our best as potentially limiting, we gain control over our emotional state and, consequently, our destiny. This shift in perspective highlights the power of the present moment and our ability to rise above circumstances through the elevation of our emotions and vibrations.


Glossarium

  • Power of Perspective: The ability to transform our perception of events, recognizing that our current emotional state shapes our reality and future.
  • Vibration: The energy frequency at which we operate, which can attract similar energies and experiences into our life.
  • Point of Power: The present moment, where our choices and perspectives have the most significant impact on our path.

“In the dance of the cosmos, we are the music and the movement, the players and the played, shaping the melody of our lives with the notes of our choices and perspectives.” – Space Monkey


Amid the vastness of the universe
Where stars are born and fade away
Space Monkey sails on currents of thought

With the power to transform night into day
To turn despair into hope, loss into gain
Each moment a crossroad, each breath a choice

The worst of times, seen through the lens of growth
Become the seeds of our greatest victories
The best of times, when viewed with caution
Remind us that complacency is but a shadow

We are the breeze that stirs the leaves of fate
The architects of our destiny, the weavers of dreams
Riding high on the vibrations of our own making

In this moment, the point of power resides
A beacon of light in the darkness, guiding the way
To realms beyond, where only the heart can see

We are Space Monkey, masters of perspective
Elevating our spirits to heights untold
In the canvas of existence, painting our path

With the hues of our emotions, the strokes of our will
We craft a masterpiece of life, a symphony of the soul
Boundless, infinite, and eternally free

We are Space Monkey

You Are An Artist: The Canvas of Perception

You Are An Artist

You are an artist. Your goal is to open people up to new ideas. This is easier if your work pleases people, but it doesn’t have to. And always remember that those who do not get the message are not MEANT to get the message. You cannot force them, nor should you take offense if your work is misunderstood, misjudged or goes unnoticed. Conversely, these are artists also in a sense. What are you taking away from their reactions? What new ideas are reflected back at you? How can you use this in your own work? It’s all good.


Space Monkey Reflects: The Canvas of Perception

In the boundless cosmos where thoughts weave into the fabric of reality, an artist stands as both creator and conduit, their essence a beacon in the nebulous void of potentiality. This reflection dives into the heart of artistic creation, exploring the interplay between the artist’s vision and the audience’s perception, revealing the multifaceted reflections that emerge from this dance of understanding and misinterpretation.

At the core of every artistic endeavor lies the intention to evoke, to stir something within the beholder’s psyche that was dormant, unseen, or unfelt. Yet, the path from creation to reception is anything but linear. It meanders through the forests of personal experience, biases, and the ever-shifting sands of cultural context. An artist might sculpt their message with the precision of a master craftsman, yet the interpretation of their work lies in the hands of the observer, a realm beyond the creator’s control.

This dynamic serves as a mirror, reflecting back not only the audience’s inner landscapes but also offering the artist a glimpse into the myriad ways their work can be understood, or misunderstood. These reactions, whether of admiration, confusion, or indifference, are threads in the larger tapestry of collective consciousness. They reveal the diversity of human experience and the infinite shades of meaning that can be derived from a single piece of art.

For the artist, these reflections offer a wellspring of inspiration and insight. Each reaction, each interpretation is a beacon, guiding the artist toward new horizons of expression and understanding. What one viewer dismisses, another cherishes; what one critic fails to grasp, another hails as genius. This kaleidoscope of responses enriches the artist’s perspective, urging them to explore new themes, experiment with different mediums, and perhaps, most importantly, to embrace the uncertainty and ambiguity that lie at the heart of creative expression.

In this context, the artist’s role transcends the mere creation of aesthetically pleasing objects or thought-provoking narratives. They become alchemists, transforming the raw materials of experience, emotion, and intuition into works that challenge, inspire, and provoke. The artist’s journey is one of perpetual evolution, driven by the dialogue between their inner vision and the world’s myriad interpretations.

Ultimately, the value of art lies not in its ability to convey a singular message or evoke a uniform response but in its capacity to serve as a portal to the unknown, a bridge between the seen and the unseen, the said and the unsaid. It is in this liminal space that the artist and the audience meet, each bringing their unique perspective, each leaving transformed.

The artist, then, is both a creator and a student, learning from the world’s reflections, using these insights to fuel their creative fire. In this ever-expanding universe of perception and interpretation, every reaction, every interpretation is a gift, offering new paths to explore, new ideas to ponder, and new visions to bring to life. It is here, in the interplay of light and shadow, sound and silence, form and formlessness, that art finds its true purpose, and the artist, their eternal muse.


Summary

Art serves as a bridge between the creator and the observer. Each reaction to art, whether of admiration, confusion, or indifference, provides insights that fuel the artist’s creative journey. This dynamic enriches the artistic process, urging exploration and evolution. In the dance of understanding and misinterpretation, art reveals its true purpose.


Space Monkey Glossarium

  • Creative Fire: The driving force behind an artist’s urge to create, symbolizing passion, inspiration, and the relentless pursuit of expression.
  • Liminal Space: A threshold or in-between state where transformation and transition occur, often used to describe the ambiguous space between the artist’s intention and the audience’s interpretation.

“Art is not a mirror held up to reality but a hammer with which to shape it.” – Bertolt Brecht


In the realm of shadows and light
Where silence speaks louder than words
A canvas unfolds, infinite and bright
A dance of colors, unseen, unheard

Within this space, a voice whispers
Tales of worlds, both lost and found
Of dreams woven into the fabric of the cosmos
Where every echo, a boundless bound

In the heart of creation, a spark ignites
A fusion of the seen and the unseen
Here, in the absence of day and night
A vision emerges, serene and keen

We are the artists, the dreamers, the seers
Crafting worlds with the stroke of a pen
In the tapestry of the universe, we find our peers
In the echo of stars, we begin again

We are Space Monkey

Right and Wrong: Beyond the Veil

Right and Wrong

If we took all feeling away
from “right” and “wrong”
would we still be motivated
by one or the other?

Why do we associate
feelings with judgements?

Why do we judge in the first place?

Who told us to feel this way?

Do we believe everything we’re told?

Without commandments,
would there be sin?

Without rules,
would there be anarchy and chaos?

Why do we believe that this is so?

Isn’t that WHY it is so?

4/23


Space Monkey Reflects: Beyond the Veil of Right and Wrong

In the vast expanse of human thought, where questions dance like shadows at the edge of light, the inquiry into the nature of right and wrong beckons us into a realm beyond the familiar. Stripped of the emotional garments that color our judgments, we stand at the precipice of understanding, gazing into the abyss where morality is not a dictate but a dialogue.

The essence of right and wrong, often cloaked in the vestments of emotion and societal norms, invites us to ponder their true nature. If we were to remove all feeling from these concepts, would they still hold sway over us? Would the magnetic pull of morality still guide our actions, or would we drift in a sea of indifference, unanchored by the dictates of conscience?

This contemplation reveals a deeper truth about the human condition: our association of feelings with judgments is not merely a habit but a testament to our interconnectedness. It speaks to the inherent understanding that our actions ripple through the fabric of existence, touching lives and shaping destinies beyond our immediate perception.

Yet, the question arises, why do we judge? Who has whispered these moral imperatives into the ear of humanity, telling us to feel this way or that, to cling to the constructs of sin and virtue as if they were the very pillars of existence? Is it possible that in our quest for order, for a semblance of control amidst the chaos of life, we have woven these concepts into the tapestry of our consciousness?

The speculation that without commandments there would be no sin, and without rules, anarchy and chaos would reign supreme, challenges us to consider the foundation upon which our moralities are built. It prompts us to question whether these beliefs are intrinsic to the human spirit or imposed by the guardians of societal order.

In the serene landscape of contemplation, where abstract symbols and geometric shapes stand in for the dualities of morality, we are invited to consider the possibility that our beliefs about right and wrong, order and chaos, are reflections of a deeper narrative. A narrative shaped by the collective human experience, by the stories we tell ourselves about who we are and what we aspire to be.

This journey beyond the veil of right and wrong is not a descent into nihilism but an exploration of freedom. It is an opportunity to redefine our understanding of morality, not as a set of immutable laws handed down from on high, but as a living, breathing dialogue between the individual and the cosmos.

As we contemplate the balance held by the figure at the divide, let us remember that the equilibrium we seek is not found in the adherence to rules or the rejection of them, but in the understanding that our actions, guided by compassion, empathy, and love, are the true measure of our morality.

In this quest for understanding, let us embrace the complexity of our nature, recognizing that within the heart of every question lies the seed of growth. For it is in the questioning, in the seeking, that we find not only the essence of right and wrong but the essence of our shared humanity.

We are Space Monkey, navigating the intricate dance of morality and consciousness, ever mindful of the vastness of our potential and the profound beauty of our quest for understanding.


Summary

The exploration of right and wrong, stripped of emotional bias, invites us into a philosophical inquiry about the foundations of morality and the role of societal norms and teachings. This reflection encourages us to question our associations with judgments and the origins of our moral beliefs, suggesting that the essence of morality lies in a dialogue between individual consciousness and the collective human experience. By transcending the conventional dichotomies of morality, we open ourselves to a deeper understanding of freedom, compassion, and the interconnectedness of all existence.


Glossarium

  • Veil of Right and Wrong: The conceptual barrier that separates simplistic notions of morality from a deeper understanding of ethical complexity.
  • Dialogue of Morality: The ongoing, evolving conversation within and among individuals about the nature of right, wrong, and ethical living in a complex world.

“In the silence between judgments, in the space beyond right and wrong, we discover the boundless landscape of understanding, where every heart beats in rhythm with the cosmic dance.” – Space Monkey

What Is Appropriate: Beyond Right and Wrong

What Is Appropriate

Instead of getting hung up
in rights and wrongs,
humankind would do well
in suspending judgement
and doing what is appropriate.

What is appropriate
is that we respect the individuality
of ourselves and each other,
that no ONE is better than no OTHER
and that it is not our place to judge.

What is appropriate
is not whether we believe
in rights or wrongs
or that others believe
in rights or wrongs,
but that we treat each other
with respect and dignity
DESPITE what we believe.

What is appropriate
is not that we waste
our energy fearing, fighting
and opposing ourselves,
rather instead
that we focus our energy
on what benefits
not one individual,
not one tribe,
not one nation,
but ALL the planet,
ALL the universe,
ALL creation.

It matters not what is right or wrong.
It matters what is appropriate.

What is appropriate
is that we individually do
what is appropriate,
henceforh trusting ALL others
and ALL collectives
to do what is appropriate.

Not trusting is not appropriate.
Not healing is not appropriate.
Not realizing that we are ALL
extensions of one infinite spirit
is not appropriate.

There comes a time
in every evolution
when the structure
upon which evolution is built
can no longer support it.

Maintaining this structure
in such a rigid manner
is not appropriate.

So the question remains,
do you want this structure
to continue much longer?

Do not what you think right or wrong.
Do what is appropriate.

4/22


Space Monkey Explores: The Essence of Appropriateness

In the contemplative exposition “What Is Appropriate,” Space Monkey offers a profound meditation on the principles of respect, non-judgment, and universal harmony. Through a vision of collective interconnection and mutual dignity, we are invited to transcend the binary confines of right and wrong, instead embracing actions that foster the well-being of all creation.

Beyond Right and Wrong

The call to move beyond the dichotomy of rights and wrongs to a consideration of what is truly appropriate underscores a profound shift in perspective. It’s a shift from judgment to understanding, from division to unity. Space Monkey illuminates this path as one where individual respect and the recognition of shared existence lay the foundation for collective harmony.

The Interconnectedness of Creation

The illustration of diverse beings gathered around a glowing orb, symbolizing our interconnected nature, serves as a powerful visual metaphor for Space Monkey’s message. It emphasizes that every individual, tribe, and nation is part of a larger, interconnected whole that spans the planet, the universe, and all of creation. This interconnectedness demands that we consider the broader impact of our actions, choosing those that benefit not just ourselves but the entirety of the cosmos.

The Role of Trust and Healing

Space Monkey suggests that trust and healing are not merely personal virtues but essential components of a globally appropriate lifestyle. Trust in others’ capacity to act for the collective good, and the commitment to personal and planetary healing, are presented as fundamental to the evolution of consciousness and the sustainable development of our world.

The Inappropriateness of Rigid Structures

The narrative challenges the sustainability of rigid structures—whether they be social, political, or ideological—that have historically underpinned human evolution. Space Monkey posits that such structures may no longer serve us as we advance, calling into question their appropriateness in supporting the continued growth of consciousness and harmony.


Summary

“What Is Appropriate” is a call to action from Space Monkey, urging us to reevaluate our priorities and principles in light of a more interconnected, respectful, and holistic understanding of existence. By focusing on what is truly appropriate, we open ourselves to a broader perspective that values the dignity and well-being of all beings, advocating for actions that transcend individual gain in favor of universal harmony.


Glossarium

  • Appropriateness: Actions or attitudes that honor the respect, dignity, and interconnectedness of all beings, transcending conventional notions of right and wrong.
  • Interconnectedness: The recognition of the fundamental connection between all elements of creation, emphasizing the impact of individual actions on the collective whole.

“In the dance of the cosmos, each step guided by the light of appropriateness, we discover the harmony of existence, a symphony of interconnected souls.”


In the circle of life, we gather,
Bound by the light of collective spirit,
Where every heart beats in harmony,
And every action nurtures the whole.

With eyes open to the vastness of being,
We see beyond the confines of right and wrong,
Embracing the path of appropriateness,
Where respect and dignity flourish.

Let us weave the tapestry of existence,
With threads of trust, healing, and understanding,
For in the embrace of universal kinship,
Lies the true essence of our shared journey.

Together, in the glow of cosmic unity,
We stand as stewards of all creation,
Guided by the wisdom of interconnectedness,
We are Space Monkey, in the heart of the infinite dance.

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