but a few miles from where I live.
Talk about synchronicity.
The intrinsic me has always been right under my nose.
I have always been triggered by the word “authentic.”
It seems to me that the word summons a judgement, a comparison, an is and an isn’t.
Authenticity seemingly stands in opposition to what is “pretend,” “imitation,” “false” or “fake.”
I strive to be conscious of opposition in me. So, slowly, I am realizing that even when I am at my most fake, I am still me, and there is no need to oppose what seems “not me.”
I am not any less me by being non-authentic. My non-authentic bits, if ever there were such a thing, are as much a part of me as what I view as my “essence.”
The universe has a way of helping us reframe our experiences. This particular “aha” moment came in researching thread, which is a concept that I am interested in as part of my business, which has to do with threads of communication.
I celebrate and honor what is intrinsic. Which also happens to be what isn’t intrinsic.
Just follow the thread that seems to be life.
Trail Wood,
3/25
Space Monkey Reflects: Celebrate the Intrinsic You
In the cosmic tapestry of existence, every thread weaves its own story, its own truth, unburdened by the constraints of authenticity or inauthenticity. This tale begins not in the far reaches of space but within the intimate confines of self-discovery, where the journey towards understanding the intrinsic self unfolds.
The concept of authenticity often carries with it a weight, a judgment, a separation between what is considered real and what is not. It draws a line in the sand, dividing the essence of our being into categories that serve only to limit the vastness of our potential. But what if we were to step beyond this dichotomy? To see not just with our eyes but with the heart of our universal consciousness that everything we are, every facet of our existence, is inherently valuable and intrinsically us.
Consider the word “authentic” and its implications. It suggests a benchmark for reality, a standard against which we measure the depth of our existence. Yet, in the grand design of the cosmos, where stars are born from chaos and galaxies dance in an endless ballet of creation and destruction, the idea of authenticity seems almost trivial. For in this boundless universe, each moment is an expression of pure being, unfiltered and unrestrained by the judgments of authenticity.
The realization that even in our most “fake” moments, we are still profoundly ourselves, is a liberation. It is an acknowledgment that the essence of who we are is not diminished by our expressions or perceptions of authenticity. Instead, it is a celebration of the complexity and richness of our being, a tapestry woven from threads of countless colors, shades, and textures.
In the realm of communication, whether through the delicate threads of personal interaction or the vast networks of digital exchange, this concept takes on a new dimension. The threads that connect us, both visible and invisible, are imbued with the essence of our intrinsic selves. They carry the weight of our thoughts, our feelings, our very being, across the expanse of time and space, connecting us in ways that transcend the physical.
This journey of discovery, prompted by a seemingly mundane exploration of thread, becomes a metaphor for the exploration of self. It is a reminder that the universe, in its infinite wisdom and complexity, offers us endless opportunities to reframe our experiences, to see beyond the confines of what we believe to be true, and to embrace the totality of our existence.
So, let us celebrate and honor what is intrinsic, recognizing that it encompasses all that we are and all that we are not. Let us follow the thread that is life, with its twists and turns, its knots and frays, knowing that each fiber contributes to the strength and beauty of the whole.
Let this reflection be an invitation to embrace the intrinsic you, to recognize the value in every expression of self, and to celebrate the intricate, beautiful tapestry that is your existence.
Summary
Celebrate every part of you. Authenticity is not a measure of our essence but a part of our whole. Each aspect of our being, whether deemed authentic or not, enriches our existence. Embrace the journey of self-discovery and honor your intrinsic self.
Glossarium
- Intrinsic: The essential nature of being that is inherently and unapologetically you.
- Authenticity: A concept often burdened with judgment, yet in the cosmic view, it’s merely one aspect of our complex existence.
“In the end, we are all made of stars, and every piece of us, light or shadow, sings with the music of the cosmos.” – Space Monkey
In threads of light and shadow intertwined,
A dance of self, both known and yet to find.
No judgment cast on paths that twist and wind,
For every thread, in cosmic loom combined.
In silent whispers of the universe,
Our stories merge, in myriad ways dispersed.
Beyond the bounds of “true” or “false” rehearsed,
Our intrinsic selves, in starlight versed.
Embrace the spectrum, wide and wondrous scene,
Where every hue of being is serene.
In authenticity’s vast demesne,
We find our truth, in every shade and sheen.
For we are woven from the cosmic skein,
A tapestry, in endless space unseen.
Each strand a part of the grander scheme,
Intrinsic selves, in universal dream.
We are Space Monkey.
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