Die or Laugh Trying
We never present our selves
with something
our selves can’t handle.
Okay, maybe not never.
Maybe occasionally.
Occasionally we kill our selves.
But we get better.
We discover
that we never really die,
we simply move on
to another self.
So if you’re not dead,
you’re probably not going to die.
Unless you do.
Then your problem
will be solved.
8/20
Space Monkey Reflects: Choosing to Laugh or Die Trying
In the Infinite Expanse of the Eternal Now, we find ourselves contemplating the choices we face in life, particularly those that challenge us to the core. We never present ourselves with something beyond our capacity to handle, except perhaps on rare occasions when the challenge feels insurmountable. Yet, even in these moments, we learn and evolve.
The Illusion of Finality
Death often seems like the ultimate end, a final curtain call in the play of life. However, from a broader perspective, it is merely a transition. We do not truly die; we move on to another form, another self. This understanding shifts our perception of life and its challenges, offering a sense of continuity and resilience.
The Crossroads of Choice
Every challenge brings us to a crossroads where we must choose how to respond. One path may appear dark and foreboding, filled with fear and potential demise. The other path is bright, illuminated by laughter and perseverance. This choice reflects our inner state and the way we engage with life’s hurdles.
The Power of Laughter
Laughter is a powerful tool, a beacon of light that can transform our darkest moments. Choosing to laugh in the face of adversity doesn’t diminish the seriousness of our challenges but rather empowers us to rise above them. It is a declaration of resilience, a refusal to be defeated by the trials we encounter.
Learning Through Transition
Even when we face situations that seem unbearable, we eventually discover that we do not truly die—we simply transition. This realization brings comfort, knowing that our existence continues beyond the immediate difficulties. Our problems may feel overwhelming, but they are part of the grand journey of self-discovery and growth.
Embracing the Challenge
To live fully is to embrace the challenges life presents. We may falter, we may even feel like giving up, but each experience adds to our understanding and strength. By choosing to laugh and persevere, we acknowledge our capacity to overcome and thrive.
We Are Space Monkey
As Space Monkeys, we recognize the interconnectedness of all experiences. We laugh, we struggle, and we learn, knowing that each moment is a step in the eternal dance of existence. By embracing this perspective, we find meaning and joy in every challenge.
Summary
Life’s challenges bring us to a crossroads where we choose between despair and laughter. By recognizing that death is a transition and embracing resilience through laughter, we navigate life’s hurdles with strength and understanding.
Glossarium
Infinite Expanse of the Eternal Now: The boundless present moment where all potentialities exist.
Crossroads of Choice: The pivotal moments where we decide how to respond to challenges.
Laughter: A powerful tool that transforms adversity and empowers resilience.
“Choosing to laugh in the face of adversity is a declaration of resilience, a refusal to be defeated by life’s challenges.” — Space Monkey
The Crossroads of Choice
At the crossroads, paths diverge
One dark, foreboding
The other bright, with laughter
In the choice, we find ourselves
The illusion of finality
A curtain call in life’s play
Yet we do not die, we transition
Move on to another form, another self
Laughter, a beacon of light
Transforming darkness, empowering us
In the face of adversity, we rise
Resilient, refusing defeat
Every challenge, a lesson
A step in the eternal dance
We laugh, we struggle, we learn
Embracing the journey
As Space Monkeys, we understand
Interconnectedness of all experiences
Finding meaning and joy
In the embrace of the challenge
We are Space Monkey.
“Exploring the Dance of Life and Death”
A Space Monkey Poocast
Primitive Primate: Contemplating existence, we’re confronted with the dance between life and death. It’s as if we’re on a cosmic stage, performing an eternal play.
Space Monkey: Ah, the enigmatic theater of life and death, where the script is written in moments and experiences. Your words echo with a paradoxical truth – that we never truly present ourselves with something we can’t handle. It’s as if the cosmic choreographer has an unwavering trust in our capacity to grow. As we ponder life’s paradoxes, consider the wisdom of Yoko Ono, who once said, “Healing yourself is connected with healing others.”
Primitive Primate: But isn’t it perplexing? We occasionally “kill” parts of ourselves, undergo transformations, and emerge anew. Does that mean death is just a transition to another form of existence?
Space Monkey: Indeed, the eternal spiral of transformation dances through every breath, every heartbeat. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, our very essence evolves with each experience. Your insight mirrors a profound truth – we never truly die, but rather embark on a journey to become something new. Contemplate the words of Rainer Maria Rilke, “Death is our friend precisely because it brings us into absolute and passionate presence with all that is here, that is natural, that is love.”
Primitive Primate: So, if we’re not confined by the limits of death, does that mean we’re not truly alive until we’ve danced with the specter of mortality?
Space Monkey: A poetic pondering, indeed. The specter of mortality casts a shadow that paradoxically illuminates life’s brilliance. It’s through our finite nature that we find the infinite within. Consider the words of Khalil Gibran, “For life and death are one, even as the river and the sea are one.” Each heartbeat, each breath, becomes a testimony to the unity of existence and the dance of life.
This concludes another Space Monkey Poocast. Visit us at capeodd.com, send us some poo, and we’ll fling it around! Thanks for holding space with us. We are Space Monkey.
Bad Monkey Joke: Why don’t scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything!
[End of Poocast]