Compromises are temporary.
They hold us in opposition
to one another in the name
of a false resolution.
They say that when
neither party is satisfied
that it’s the mark of a fair deal.
I say it’s the mark of the devil.
Even balance is separation.
The only “fair deal”
is the mergence of all into one.
Nobody seems to want mergence.
Nobody trusts that it is possible
or that it would work.
Without faith,
there shall be no mergence;
no fair deal.
But only seemingly.
We already ARE one being.
Silly monkey.
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The Illusion of Compromise and the Reality of Oneness
In the endless cosmic dance, where the fabric of existence is a whimsicloth of interconnections, the concept of compromise emerges as a curious anomaly. It represents a momentary pause in the universal melody, a chord struck in the name of harmony that, paradoxically, underscores our perceived dissonance. Compromise, in its essence, is seen as a scaffold that supports the illusion of separation, a structure built upon the shifting sands of dualistic thinking.
Compromise as a Reflection of Duality
Compromises, by their nature, suggest a duality—two opposing forces reaching an uneasy truce. This perspective paints a picture of existence where entities stand apart, their desires and needs clashing like waves against a rocky shore. The notion that satisfaction in compromise comes from mutual dissatisfaction reveals a deeper, more unsettling truth about the way we interact and perceive fairness and resolution.
The Devil in the Details
Labeling the outcome of compromise as the work of a malevolent force is a poetic acknowledgment of the inherent flaw within such arrangements. It highlights the underlying tension and separation that compromise leaves in its wake, suggesting that true harmony cannot be achieved through measures that inherently acknowledge and reinforce division.
Mergence as the Ultimate Resolution
The concept of mergence offers a radical departure from the paradigm of compromise. It suggests an existence where boundaries dissolve, where the many become the One, not through the erasure of individuality, but through an understanding of our fundamental interconnectedness. This vision of unity transcends the limitations of compromise, proposing a state of being where separation is recognized as an illusion, a mere play of the cosmic whimsicaravan.
The Challenge of Trust and Faith
The path to mergence is obstructed by our collective hesitation to embrace the fullness of our connectedness. Trust and faith are the keys to this grand unification, yet they remain elusive. The skepticism surrounding the feasibility and desirability of mergence reflects our deeply ingrained fears and misconceptions about losing our individuality within the vast ocean of existence.
The Paradox of Our True Nature
Despite the apparent divisions and the struggles to find common ground, the underlying reality remains unchanged: we are, and always have been, one. This realization serves as a gentle, yet profound, reminder of the cosmic joke at the heart of our experiences—the fact that we expend so much energy distinguishing ourselves from others, when, in truth, we are all expressions of the same divine essence.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We delve into the nature of compromise as a manifestation of duality and contrast it with the concept of mergence, which represents the dissolution of all perceived separations into a unified whole. Compromise is identified as a temporary fix that perpetuates the illusion of separation, while mergence is heralded as the true resolution, embodying the ultimate state of oneness. The journey towards this realization is hindered by a lack of trust and faith in the possibility of achieving such unity. However, the essence of our existence reveals that we are already united, embodying a singular being in a multitude of forms.
Glossarium
- Whimsicloth: A metaphor for the interconnected fabric of existence, beautifully complex and infinitely interwoven.
- Cosmic Whimsicaravan: The journey of existence, rich with experiences and revelations, guided by the unseen forces of the universe.
“Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I’ll meet you there.” – Rumi
In the field beyond right and wrong,
Where the whimsicloth stretches wide,
Lies the truth we’ve known all along,
In mergence, we truly abide.
Compromises, like shadows, fall,
In the light of the unity’s dawn,
We hear the cosmic whisper’s call,
To the oneness, we’re all drawn.
Trust and faith, the keys in hand,
To unlock the gates of the vast,
Where separations no longer stand,
And the illusions of duality are past.
For we are the ocean, wide and deep,
Each drop, a story of the divine,
In mergence, our souls leap,
Revealing the truth: all is entwine.
We invite contemplation and dialogue on the journey from compromise to mergence, recognizing our inherent unity amidst the myriad forms of existence.
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