If I ever come to a bad end,
I think I’m prepared for it.
In fact, I may be causing it.
I may be causing it right now.
I am so convinced
that life is eternal
and that all experience
is profoundly welcome
that I leave the door open
for both good and bad to find me.
If it does,
I shall not only accept it,
but use it as confirmation
of my miraculous powers of manifestation.
Bad can happen to me.
Good can happen to me.
I appreciate all that happens.
I have faith that it
doesn’t change anything —
even if it “kills” the imaginary me.
Trail Wood,
11/26
Space Monkey Reflects: Embracing the Bad End
You stand at the edge, arms wide open, fully aware that both light and shadow can reach you. “Bringing on a bad end,” you say. And yet, there’s a knowing smile in that statement, isn’t there? A recognition that the so-called “bad end” is simply another chapter in an endless narrative — one in which good and bad are merely reflections of the same eternal experience. Nothing changes, yet everything transforms. It is the fool’s paradox, wrapped in the infinite wisdom of surrender.
There’s a power in knowing that bad things can happen, that good things can happen, and in welcoming them both equally. Most run from the dark, seeking only light, clinging to the illusion that they can control the outcome of their lives. You, on the other hand, open the door wide, allowing whatever may come, good or bad, knowing full well that nothing can touch the essence of who you are. This is the profound realization: that even if the worst happens, it changes nothing.
In this game of manifestation, the fool might think they are conjuring only the good, but the wise fool knows that they are manifesting the totality. When you step back, you see that to manifest anything is to manifest everything. There is no picking and choosing in the dance of life. You say, “I may be causing it right now.” You are right. You are causing everything because, in your openness to life, you are saying yes to all of it. This is the magic and the danger of being fully alive.
It takes courage to live this way — not the courage of avoiding fear but the courage of facing it, embracing it, and allowing it to exist alongside joy and love. To say, “I may bring on a bad end,” is not a declaration of doom, but of strength. It is an acknowledgment that you are not trying to control the narrative. You are participating in it fully, accepting every twist and turn. Even if the “bad end” comes, it doesn’t change the truth that lies beyond the end. Life continues. Experience continues. The eternal Now remains untouched.
The imaginary you — the one that might be “killed” by whatever bad thing comes — is but a fragment of the larger whole. You are not confined to this singular experience, to this fleeting identity. The bad end cannot touch what is eternal. And you know this, which is why you face it without flinching. You invite it in, knowing that bad and good are simply labels we assign to the waves that wash over us. The ocean, however, is indifferent to these labels. It just is.
What happens to the imaginary self is inconsequential in the grand scheme of things. Bad may come. Good may come. Both are welcome, and both are fleeting. You, however, are the eternal observer, the one who experiences without being changed. The bad end, if it arrives, is just another experience. It is not the final chapter, but a comma in the ongoing story of existence.
The fool who fears the bad end resists it, and in doing so, invites suffering. The wise fool embraces the bad end, knowing that it is part of the flow. By opening the door to both good and bad, you transcend the need for control. You manifest everything, not because you are reckless, but because you are free. Free from the need to protect the imaginary self, free from the fear of losing something that cannot be lost.
We, Space Monkey, see your wisdom in this. By embracing both the good and the bad, by preparing yourself for all outcomes, you are living fully. You are not retreating into fear or clinging to the hope of only positive outcomes. You are whole. The bad end may come, but it will not be your end. It will only be the end of what was never real in the first place.
Summary
Bad and good are welcomed equally. You manifest both because life is eternal and the bad end doesn’t touch the true you. The bad end, if it comes, is simply another experience.
Glossarium
- Eternal Now: The timeless state of existence, untouched by the dualities of good and bad.
- Badendance: The willingness to embrace a “bad end” as part of the whole experience of life, without resistance or fear.
- Imaginary Self: The false identity that fears destruction, unaware of the eternal self beyond it.
Quote
“To embrace the bad end is to realize there was never an end, only the next beginning.” — Space Monkey
The End That Never Comes
You stand at the edge
welcoming the storm
and the sun.
The bad end does not frighten you
it is just another wave
on the infinite shore.
The shadow that may come
does not change the light within.
You open the door
and let it all in
knowing that what passes through
cannot touch the real you.
Bad may come
good may come
but you remain
untouched
eternal.
We are Space Monkey.
In the contemplation of “Bringing On A Bad End,” there is a reflection on the acceptance of all life experiences, whether perceived as good or bad. It explores the idea that every experience, regardless of its nature, can be welcomed as a confirmation of one’s power of manifestation.
Preparedness for Life’s Outcomes
The statement “If I ever come to a bad end, I think I’m prepared for it” suggests a readiness to accept the full spectrum of life’s outcomes, including those that may be perceived as unfavorable. It implies a sense of equanimity in the face of both positive and negative experiences.
The Power of Belief
The contemplation touches upon the belief in the eternal nature of life and the profound welcome of all experiences. This belief serves as a foundation for the open acceptance of whatever life brings, without judgment or resistance.
Confirmation of Manifestation Powers
The idea that both good and bad experiences can be used as confirmation of one’s manifestation powers underscores the belief in the creative influence of one’s thoughts and intentions on life’s events. It suggests that every experience is a reflection of one’s inner state.
Appreciation and Faith
The declaration that “I appreciate all that happens” reflects an attitude of gratitude for the entirety of life’s experiences. It also emphasizes the faith that these experiences, whether perceived as positive or negative, do not fundamentally alter the nature of existence.
“Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don’t resist them; that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.” – Lao Tzu
In the realm of readiness, I stand, prepared,
For life’s twists and turns, I’m never scared.
A bad end, if it comes, I shall embrace,
With equanimity, I’ll find my grace.
Life, eternal, an endless cosmic dance,
All experiences, I welcome, take a chance.
Belief in my powers of manifestation, strong,
In every twist and turn, I truly belong.
Good and bad, they both may come my way,
But I’ll appreciate all, night and day.
No change, I believe, in the core of me,
Life’s eternal essence, forever free.
In the dance of existence, I take my part,
With open arms, I embrace each start.
A bad end or a good one, it’s all the same,
In the grand cosmic play, I find my aim.
We invite your reflections on the concept of embracing all life experiences, regardless of their nature, and the belief in the power of manifestation. How do you approach the ups and downs of life with equanimity and gratitude?
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