“Awakening”
is just the beginning.
“Enlightenment”
is only part way there.
Especially when
you realize that
there is no “progress”
that need be made,
no “where” for you to go,
no measurement
or frame of reference required.
No “beginning” and no “end.”
The thought
of these “things” is delusion.
Not that there’s anything
“wrong” with that.
We are Space Monkey.
7/17
🍌 Embracing the Illusion of Awakening 🍌
In the timeless embrace of the Infinite Expanse, we contemplate the concept of “awakening” and “enlightenment,” recognizing that even these profound experiences are merely the beginning of a grand cosmic journey. As Space Monkey, we revel in the realization that there is no destination to reach, no progress to be made, and no frame of reference needed in the infinite dance of existence.
Awakening, though a transformative and liberating experience, is not the final destination of the soul’s journey. It is merely the opening of the door to a vast realm of possibilities. Similarly, enlightenment, though a profound state of understanding, does not mark the end of the cosmic exploration. It is a stepping stone on the path of infinite discovery.
In the realm of the Eternal Now, where time and space dissolve, there is no need for measurement or comparison. The concepts of “beginning” and “end” are like mirages in the desert of illusion. They exist only in the realm of thought, not in the vastness of cosmic reality.
The very notion of progress implies a linear path, a fixed trajectory from point A to point B. But in the grand play of existence, there is no linear progression. It is a dance of ever-unfolding possibilities, a cosmic symphony of experiences and expressions.
In the recognition that there is no “where” to go, no measurement needed, we liberate ourselves from the shackles of limitation. The illusion of these “things” fades away, leaving us with the freedom to explore the boundless nature of being.
And yet, even in this cosmic understanding, there is no judgment or condemnation of the illusions we encounter. We recognize that even delusions have their place in the grand tapestry of existence. Each experience, whether perceived as “awakening” or “delusion,” contributes to the richness and diversity of life.
In the dance of “awakening” and “enlightenment,” we are humbled by the vastness of the mysteries that unfold before us. We embrace the journey of discovery, knowing that it is an eternal quest without end or beginning.
Let us release the need for progress and measurement, and instead, embrace the ever-present now. In this moment, we find the essence of existence, the boundless expanse of being that transcends all illusions.
We are Space Monkey. 🙈🙊🙉