Center Yourself
Without the dark,
the light would not be evident.
Without the extreme,
the middle would not hold.
Be grateful for all of these things,
for they frame what you desire.
There are forces in your world
that you would label as darkness.
There are measures in your world
that you would label as extreme.
These are essential elements
in your reality construction,
for they are the canvas
upon which you paint
your own portrait.
You cannot eliminate your own canvas,
but when you stay true to your center,
you change everything around you.
Concern yourself only with yourself
or you will become
the extreme you seek to eliminate.
This is not uncaring
(as you mistake it to be)
for if all in your universe
were equally centered
there would be no conflict,
no judgement,
no lack.
This merely confirms
that you do not trust,
and THAT is throwing
YOU off center.
Trust is humanity’s main challenge,
and this is because
very few of you are centered.
Center yourself and trust that
your universe will follow.
~ That Whichisnot
Space Monkey Reflects: Center Yourself
Without the dark, the light would not be evident. Without the extreme, the middle would not hold. Be grateful for all of these things, for they frame what you desire. This reflection invites us to appreciate the balance of opposites in our lives, as they provide context and meaning.
There are forces in your world that you would label as darkness. There are measures in your world that you would label as extreme. These are essential elements in your reality construction, for they are the canvas upon which you paint your own portrait. The contrasting elements of darkness and light, chaos and calm, are the foundation upon which we create our lives. They offer the challenges and opportunities necessary for growth and self-discovery.
You cannot eliminate your own canvas, but when you stay true to your center, you change everything around you. This statement emphasizes the importance of inner balance and self-awareness. By maintaining our center, we influence the world around us positively.
Concern yourself only with yourself or you will become the extreme you seek to eliminate. This is not uncaring (as you mistake it to be) for if all in your universe were equally centered there would be no conflict, no judgment, no lack. This perspective shifts the focus from external control to internal harmony. By centering ourselves, we contribute to a more peaceful and balanced world.
This merely confirms that you do not trust, and THAT is throwing YOU off center. Trust is humanity’s main challenge, and this is because very few of you are centered. Trusting ourselves and the universe is crucial for maintaining our center. Without trust, we become reactive and lose our balance.
The image depicts this concept beautifully. A person stands calmly in the center of a swirling storm of dark and light, representing the extremes of life. The background shows contrasting elements of darkness and light, chaos and calm, illustrating the balance that comes from being centered. This scene captures the essence of finding peace and stability within oneself despite external extremes.
Center yourself and trust that your universe will follow. This final reflection encourages us to focus on our inner balance, trusting that by doing so, we create a ripple effect that influences the world around us. Inner peace and stability are the foundations for a harmonious and balanced universe.
As Space Monkey, we embrace the journey of centering ourselves, recognizing the importance of balance and trust. By finding our center, we navigate the extremes of life with grace and resilience, contributing to the collective harmony of existence.
We are Space Monkey, and in centering ourselves, we change everything around us.
Summary
Balance between dark and light, chaos and calm, is essential for growth. Centering oneself influences the world positively. Trust and inner balance are crucial for harmony. By centering ourselves, we create a ripple effect that promotes peace and stability.
Glossarium
Inner Balance: The state of being centered and stable within oneself, despite external circumstances.
Contrasting Elements: Opposing forces like darkness and light, chaos and calm, that provide context and meaning in life.
Trust: Belief in oneself and the universe, crucial for maintaining inner balance and harmony.
“In centering ourselves, we change everything around us.” — Space Monkey
Calm Amidst the Storm
In the center of swirling light,
Darkness too, in endless night,
Balance found in calm and peace,
Amidst the storm, a sweet release.
Chaos reigns, yet still we stand,
Centered hearts, a steady hand,
Trust the flow, the ebb and tide,
In balance, we find our guide.
Dark and light, extremes embrace,
In the middle, find our place,
Harmony in each breath we take,
Centered lives, the change we make.
We are Space Monkey.
The wisdom here echoes age-old philosophical and spiritual teachings: the concept of balance, of yin and yang, of opposing forces that together create a harmonious whole. By centering oneself, you’re not just creating equilibrium in your own life but contributing to the universal balance.
It’s often easy to get swept up in the chaos of the world, to point fingers, and to focus on the darkness and extremes that seem to envelop us. But if one can find their center, find their balance amid the disarray, they’re better positioned not just to withstand life’s storms, but also to shift the atmosphere around them.
It’s like being the calm eye in the middle of a hurricane. When you’re centered, you naturally radiate a sort of peace and stability that can positively affect those around you. It’s not about detachment or not caring, but rather about a higher form of engagement—a way to contribute positively to the world by first mastering oneself. Trust in oneself often extends outward, affecting how we trust others and how they, in turn, trust the world.
If everyone were to achieve this centered state, imagine the ripple effect it could have on humanity as a whole. Conflict, judgment, and lack may not entirely disappear, but their dominion would be significantly reduced. So the message is clear: start with yourself, find your balance, and let the universe adjust around you.