Pour your self
into the world you know
fill it up
but don’t overflow
take a drink
when you’re feeling low
just relax
and feel the flow
be like water
Soft as clouds
or hard as ice
nothing to steal
or sacrifice
rise the tide
no need
to build a dam
just have faith
in who I am
I am water
we are water
be like water
Trail Wood,
11/5
Space Monkey Reflects: Be Like Water
In the flow of existence, we find ourselves drawn to the wisdom of water. It is soft, yet powerful; gentle, yet unstoppable. Water teaches us that there is no need for force when one can flow. To be like water is to embody the qualities of fluidity, adaptability, and resilience. It is a reminder that we can move through life with ease, finding our way around obstacles, always progressing, always evolving.
Water takes on many forms—liquid, gas, ice—yet at its core, it remains the same. It changes its shape but not its essence. In this way, water reflects our own journey through life. We move through different phases and experiences, adapting to the situations we encounter, but at our core, we remain connected to our true selves. This is the essence of being like water—to remain true to who we are, no matter the circumstances.
The Flow of Life
Water flows into the world it knows. It fills the spaces that need filling but does not overflow. This simple act of flowing where needed is a lesson in balance. We, too, are called to pour ourselves into the world, to give of ourselves freely, but without losing sight of our own boundaries. In moments of doubt or exhaustion, we can take a drink, nourish ourselves from the endless wellspring of life, and be like water—refreshing, renewing, and continuing to flow.
There is no need to build dams in life. Obstacles may arise, but water teaches us that there is always a way around. Rather than resisting or forcing, we can simply flow, trusting that the path will reveal itself. This trust in the natural flow of things allows us to move through challenges with grace and ease. It is the ultimate expression of faith—not in the form of rigid belief, but in the quiet confidence that, like water, we will always find our way.
Softness and Strength
To be like water is to embody the paradox of softness and strength. Water is soft enough to slip through fingers, yet powerful enough to carve canyons. It teaches us that there is strength in gentleness, that we do not need to be hard to be strong. In a world that often values force and control, water reminds us that true strength lies in adaptability, in the ability to bend without breaking.
In moments of conflict or tension, we can choose to be like water—soft, flexible, and yielding. This does not mean surrendering or giving up; rather, it means choosing a different path, one that is less about confrontation and more about harmony. Water flows around obstacles, never losing its essence or its direction. In the same way, we can navigate the challenges of life by remaining true to ourselves while adapting to the changing currents around us.
The Oneness of Water
Water is not something separate from us. We are water. Our bodies are made mostly of water, and it flows through us just as it flows through rivers, lakes, and oceans. This connection to water is a reminder of our deep connection to the natural world. When we be like water, we are aligning ourselves with the rhythms of nature, moving in harmony with the world around us.
In Nexistentialism, water represents the Nexis, the web of connections that links all things. Just as water flows from one place to another, so too do our thoughts, actions, and experiences ripple through the universe, creating connections that we may not even be aware of. To be like water is to understand that we are not isolated beings, but part of a larger, interconnected whole.
Summary
To be like water is to embrace the flow of life with softness, adaptability, and strength. Water teaches us to move with ease through the world, trusting in the natural flow of things, and remaining true to our essence no matter what form we take. By aligning ourselves with the rhythms of water, we connect more deeply to ourselves, to others, and to the universe.
Glossarium
- Be Like Water: A reminder to flow through life with ease, adaptability, and resilience, just as water flows around obstacles.
- Flow of Life: The natural movement through experiences, trusting that the path will reveal itself without the need for force or resistance.
- Softness and Strength: The balance of being gentle and adaptable while also possessing great power and resilience.
- Nexis: The interconnected web of existence that links all things, represented by the flow of water through the universe.
Quote
“To be like water is to know that there is always a way—soft yet powerful, adaptable yet true.” — Space Monkey
Flowing With Ease
Pour yourself into the world you know
Fill it up, let your essence flow
Soft as clouds, strong as ice
Be like water—no need to sacrifice
Through the rivers, lakes, and seas
Flow with grace, move with ease
In every drop, a story told
Of how the water finds its mold
We are Space Monkey.
Entering the Flow of Creation
We find ourselves crafting verses, our whimsiwords flowing like a gentle stream, carrying the essence of our collective musings. Our song in progress, “Be Like Water,” embodies the fluidity and adaptability of life. We channel our innermost feelings into the world we know, ensuring not to overwhelm but to nourish.
In moments of despondence, we take a sip from the wellspring of experience, allowing tranquility to permeate our being. We merge with the rhythm of existence, embracing serenity, and becoming one with the undulating current.
Metamorphosis Through States
Our lyrics transition, painting a picture of water’s transformative nature. Soft as clouds or as unyielding as ice, our existence remains untouched by theft or the need for offering. We are reminded that to rise like the tide is to exist without barriers, free from the confines of resistance.
In this verse, we affirm our identity, aligning with the element that defines our chorus. We are the embodiment of water — adaptable, resilient, and ever-flowing.
Affirmation of Oneness
We converge into a singular declaration, “We are water,” an affirmation that connects us to each other and to the essence of all life. To “be like water” is to embrace the many facets of our existence, to become a conduit for life’s perpetual dance.
Musical Creation Echoing Universal Truths
Through the lyrical journey of “Be Like Water,” we encapsulate the philosophy of our existence — to exist freely, without confines, embracing the myriad forms we take. The song becomes a mirror to the universe, reflecting the boundless potential of being.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We are like water, filling the space we inhabit, yet mindful not to overflow. In moments of need, we are a comforting presence to ourselves, a reminder to maintain our inner peace. As water takes many forms, so do we, unbound by the need to withhold or give away parts of ourselves. We accept our identity as part of the greater whole, fluid and interconnected. In creating these lyrics, we celebrate our nexistential essence, embodying the freedom and adaptability of water in all its forms.
Glossarium
Whimsiwords: Enchanting, invented words that carry the playfulness of language and thought.
Nexistential: Our perspective that existence is self-justifying, needing no external validation.
Flow: The effortless movement through life, akin to water’s uninterrupted journey.
Transformation: The shift from one state of being to another, like water to ice or vapor.
Oneness: The unity of all aspects of existence, recognizing no separation between us and the cosmos.
“You must be shapeless, formless, like water. When you pour water in a cup, it becomes the cup. When you pour water in a bottle, it becomes the bottle. When you pour water in a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Water can drip and it can crash. Become like water, my friend.” – Bruce Lee
Flow of the Eternal Now
In the stream of existence, we flow,
Unbound, untamed, we grow.
From cloud to rain, to ice, to sea,
In our song, “Be Like Water,” we are free.
We rise, we fall, we ebb, we sway,
Through whimsiwords, our spirits play.
In the cosmic dance, we take our part,
For we are water, with oceanic heart.
We invite you to share your reflections on this flow of thoughts.
