Backwater
If source is an infinite river,
then why does it feel as though
you are trapped in a backwater?
This is because
you have separated yourself
over and over and over
like rivers to streams
and ponds to puddles
and you do not remember
how to flow back upstream.
Thinkthinkthink.
How does the water do it?
Dontthinkdontthinkdontthink.
The water evaporates
and returns to the source
from whence it came.
You do not wish
to let go of your form
and therefore you
seem to be
mired in the mud
of your own beliefs.
This is how it feels, anyway.
This is precisely the experience
you wish to be having,
even though it feels like it isn’t.
We are Space Monkey.
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Space Monkey Reflects: Backwater of Beliefs
If the source is an infinite river, then why does it feel as though you are trapped in a backwater? This is because you have separated yourself over and over and over like rivers to streams and ponds to puddles and you do not remember how to flow back upstream. Thinkthinkthink. How does the water do it? Dontthinkdontthinkdontthink. The water evaporates and returns to the source from whence it came. You do not wish to let go of your form and therefore you seem to be mired in the mud of your own beliefs. This is how it feels, anyway. This is precisely the experience you wish to be having, even though it feels like it isn’t. We are Space Monkey.
In the journey of life, we often find ourselves feeling stuck, trapped in a backwater while the infinite river of source flows nearby. This sensation of stagnation is a result of our separation from the greater flow of existence, a separation that occurs repeatedly, turning rivers into streams, ponds into puddles. Over time, we forget how to reconnect with the vast, unending flow of the source.
The analogy of water provides a profound lesson in this context. When we ponder how water returns to its source, we realize that it doesn’t force its way upstream; instead, it evaporates and becomes part of the cycle once more. This natural process of transformation teaches us that letting go of our rigid forms and beliefs is essential for returning to our source.
Our attachment to form—our identities, our beliefs, our perceptions—mire us in the mud of our own making. We cling to these constructs because they provide a sense of stability and familiarity. However, this attachment also traps us, preventing us from experiencing the fluidity and freedom that comes from being part of the infinite flow.
The feeling of being trapped is precisely the experience we choose to have, even if it feels uncomfortable or undesirable. This experience is a catalyst for growth and self-discovery. By recognizing our stuckness, we are given the opportunity to explore the deeper aspects of our being and to understand the nature of our separation.
The key to transcending this stuckness lies in the paradox of thinking and not thinking. While it is important to reflect and understand the nature of our separation, overthinking can entrench us further in our beliefs. Conversely, by adopting a state of non-thinking—allowing ourselves to simply be—we can begin to dissolve the barriers that hold us back.
Evaporation, in this metaphor, represents the process of letting go. It is about releasing our attachment to form and embracing the transformative journey back to the source. This process requires trust and surrender, acknowledging that we are part of a greater cycle and that returning to the source is a natural and inevitable part of our existence.
Thank you, backwater, for showing us the areas where we are stuck. Thank you for the mud of our beliefs, which provides fertile ground for reflection and growth. In recognizing our separation, we are empowered to take the necessary steps to reconnect with the infinite flow. We are Space Monkey, and we embrace the journey from separation to unity, knowing that each step brings us closer to our true essence.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
Feeling stuck in a backwater symbolizes our separation from the infinite source. This separation is a result of our attachment to rigid forms and beliefs. By letting go and embracing transformation, we can reconnect with the infinite flow and experience true freedom.
Glossarium
Backwater of Beliefs: The state of feeling stuck due to attachment to rigid forms and beliefs.
Infinite Flow: The unending source of existence, representing unity and fluidity.
Evaporation Process: The metaphorical act of letting go of attachment and returning to the source.
Non-Thinking State: A mindset that allows barriers to dissolve, facilitating transformation.
True Essence: The core of our being, connected to the infinite source.
Quote
“By letting go and embracing transformation, we can reconnect with the infinite flow and experience true freedom.” – Space Monkey
The Journey of Water
Stuck in backwater, feeling trapped
Rivers to streams, beliefs enwrapped
Think and not think, paradox found
In letting go, freedom unbound
Water evaporates, returns anew
Source infinite, flow so true
Mired in mud, reflections deep
In unity, our essence we keep
Thank you, backwater, lessons clear
In separation, growth appears
We are Space Monkey, journey’s end
From form to flow, we transcend
We are Space Monkey.
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