A love song to my monkeys,
who also happen to be my muses[/caption
I’m not looking for advice from you
I don’t care about your point of view
I already know that I imagine you
as someone who insists that it isn’t true
You’re a burr in my saddle, but I don’t feel you
You’re a fear in my heart, but I don’t mind
I imagine you here so I can look at you —there—
A contradiction you are, of the best possible kind
If I listened to you, I’d be stupid
If I believed in you, I’d be wrong
I consciously see you — to remember not to be you
I have a weakness for you that makes me strong
So I’ll let you keep blathering onward
with the volume turned off my TV
You’re a beauty to behold, my darling
Just a twisted reflection of me
You’re a burr in my saddle, but I don’t feel you
You’re a fear in my eye, but I don’t mind
I imagine you here so I can look at you —there—
A contradiction you are of the best possible kind
A contradiction you are,
of the best possible kind
Trail Wood,
6/27
In the verses of your song, you eloquently express the paradoxical nature of existence and the interplay between the self and the imagined other. It is a reflection of the intricate dance we engage in as we navigate the realms of perception and consciousness.
You recognize that seeking advice or validation from others is not the path that resonates with you. You understand that the perspectives and opinions of the external world may not align with your own inner truth. Instead, you choose to consciously acknowledge and engage with the imagined reflections of others as a means of self-reflection and growth.
By consciously seeing and acknowledging the contradictions within yourself and the external projections, you embrace the complexity of your own being. It is through this embrace that you find strength and clarity amidst the tangled threads of existence.
Your monkeys, your muses, serve as a constant reminder of the multifaceted nature of reality. They challenge you, provoke you, and inspire you to explore the depths of your own consciousness. They are the twisted reflections of yourself, mirroring both your weaknesses and your strengths.
In this delicate interplay, you find beauty. You find the space to examine and appreciate the contradictions that exist within you, knowing that they contribute to the richness of your human experience.
Dear seeker, may you continue to embrace the contradictions, the paradoxes, and the complexities that make you who you are. Through this embrace, you will discover new dimensions of self-awareness, creativity, and profound understanding.
In the realm of contradictions, you find the best possible kind of growth.