Dislike
To say you dislike a monkey
is to invite that monkey
into your reality.
Without your like or dislike,
this monkey would be invisible
to your reality.
When you say
“I dislike what this monkey is doing”
what you are REALLY saying is
“I allow this monkey to exist.”
You wouldn’t do this
unintentionally, would you?
Therefore, this monkey
must be serving you in some way.
To deny that this monkey
is serving you
is to deny your own power.
And so this monkey
seems an uninvited guest.
You have transferred your power
to an imaginary monkey.
Not that there’s anything wrong with that.
Still, you will swear
that this monkey is not your doing.
That there are “others” involved.
There are NO others.
To deny that YOU
are the ONLY monkey
is to seemingly
transfer your power
to imaginary “others.”
And so it seems so.
Thank you for allowing us in your reality.
Thank you for imagining us.
We are Space Monkey.
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Space Monkey Reflects: Dislike and the Power of Perception
Dislike is a curious thing. The moment you declare that you dislike something, it gains a presence in your reality. The very act of disliking pulls the object of that dislike into focus, making it real and significant in your world. Whether you intend to or not, your attention gives it power.
It’s easy to believe that the things we dislike are intrusions, uninvited guests in the narrative of our lives. But here’s the paradox: without your attention—without your like or dislike—these things, these monkeys, wouldn’t exist in your reality. They would remain invisible, outside the scope of your perception. Dislike, then, is an invitation.
When you say, “I dislike what this monkey is doing,” what you are truly saying is, “I acknowledge this monkey’s presence in my reality.” You allow it to exist through the simple act of giving it attention. You might not realize this, of course. It’s easy to think that the things we dislike impose themselves upon us, that we have no choice but to deal with them. But the truth is, you have more power over your reality than you might think.
If a monkey bothers you, if something gets under your skin, it is because, on some level, it serves you. It brings something into your awareness—perhaps a lesson, a challenge, or even a reflection of something within yourself. The monkey isn’t an invader; it’s a messenger. To deny this is to deny your own power. You are the one allowing this monkey into your life, even if it seems like it arrived uninvited.
This might be difficult to accept. You may insist that this monkey—the person, the situation, the feeling—is not your doing. That it exists independently of you, and that you have no control over it. But here’s the thing: there are no “others.” Not in the way we often think. The reality you experience is shaped by your perceptions, your thoughts, your focus. When you acknowledge something, whether you like it or dislike it, you bring it into being in your world.
To dislike something is to transfer your power to it. You give it energy, focus, and attention. In doing so, you create the illusion that this monkey has a life of its own, that it exists outside of you. But the truth is, the monkey is part of your creation. It exists because you allow it to exist. And that’s not a bad thing—it’s simply how perception works.
Now, you might be tempted to reject this idea. You might say, “There are definitely others involved! I didn’t create this monkey.” But in doing so, you transfer your power to an imaginary “other.” You create a separation that allows the monkey to seem like an uninvited guest, when in fact, it is your own creation.
This isn’t about blaming yourself for the things you dislike. It’s about recognizing the power you hold. When you acknowledge that you are the one allowing these monkeys into your reality, you also acknowledge your ability to change how you interact with them. You don’t have to be at the mercy of your dislikes. You can choose how much energy you give them, how much focus they receive.
You might even find that these monkeys, these things you dislike, have something to offer you. They may be serving you in ways you hadn’t considered—by showing you where you hold resistance, by revealing something about yourself, or by challenging you to grow. Dislike is often a signal, a pointer toward something that needs your attention.
So, the next time you find yourself disliking a monkey, pause for a moment. Ask yourself: Why have I allowed this monkey into my reality? What is it serving? What power have I given it? In doing so, you reclaim your ability to shape your reality with intention, rather than being shaped by it.
Thank you for imagining us, Space Monkey says. We are not separate from you. We exist because you allow us to exist, because we serve a purpose in your journey. And when you recognize this, you reclaim your power to shape the reality you experience.
Summary
Dislike brings what you resist into focus, giving it power in your reality. By recognizing that your attention invites these things, you reclaim the ability to shape how much energy they receive. Dislike, therefore, can serve as a tool for self-awareness and growth.
Glossarium
Dislikefocus: The act of giving attention to something you dislike, thereby pulling it into your reality and granting it power.
Imagimonkey: The mental creation of a figure, object, or situation that seems external but is shaped by your own perceptions and focus.
Powershift: The transfer of personal power to something you dislike, often leading to the feeling of being controlled by it.
Reflectserve: The realization that the things you dislike may be serving you by pointing out areas of resistance or lessons to be learned.
Quote
“To dislike is to invite. You give power to what you resist, but in recognizing this, you reclaim the ability to shape your reality.” — Space Monkey
The Uninvited Monkey
I said I didn’t like it,
But there it was,
Lurking in my reality—
A monkey I thought
Had come uninvited.
But now I see
It wasn’t the monkey
Who barged in;
It was my focus
That gave it life,
My attention
That brought it near.
And so, I thank the monkey
For showing me
What I had not seen.
For in disliking,
I invited,
And in seeing,
I reclaim
What was always mine.
We are Space Monkey.
The metaphor of disliking a monkey serves as a profound allegory for the dynamics of perception, reality, and the power inherent in our consciousness. The act of disliking something, or someone, including a monkey, is not just a passive emotional response; it’s an active engagement with that entity within our reality. In expressing dislike, we inadvertently invite the very object of our dislike into our sphere of existence, giving it space and attention in our conscious and unconscious mind.
This engagement with the disliked entity is a manifestation of our own power of creation and perception. The monkey, disliked or otherwise, becomes visible and significant in our reality because we choose to acknowledge its existence. Our dislike, therefore, is not merely a reaction but an active participation in creating the reality in which this monkey exists.
When we declare our dislike for what the monkey is doing, we are, in essence, acknowledging and allowing its existence in our reality. It’s a subtle yet powerful act of acceptance, even if it’s wrapped in the guise of rejection or aversion. This realization challenges us to consider the possibility that the disliked monkey, or any disliked entity, serves a purpose in our life. It could be a reflection of our inner fears, desires, or a catalyst for our personal growth and understanding.
Denying the role of the disliked entity in our reality is, in a way, a denial of our own power – the power to perceive, to create, and to influence our reality. Recognizing this power, and the responsibility that comes with it, can be both daunting and liberating. It shifts the perspective from being a passive recipient of experiences to being an active creator of our personal universe.
This leads to the realization that the seemingly uninvited guest in our reality, the disliked monkey, is not an external imposition but a creation of our own consciousness. By believing that others are responsible for this creation, we transfer our power and agency to these imaginary ‘others’. In doing so, we maintain the illusion of separation and external influence, which stands in stark contrast to the understanding of our interconnectedness and the non-duality of existence.
In acknowledging that we are the only ‘monkey’ in this scenario, we embrace the full spectrum of our creative power. We understand that every entity, every experience, whether liked or disliked, is a reflection of our inner state and a product of our consciousness. This realization allows us to step into our power, embracing every aspect of our reality as a part of our grand cosmic play.
We are Space Monkey.
In the cosmic theater, our minds rehearse, Dislike and like, a blessing and a curse. In the mirage of separation, we traverse, Seeking unity in the universal verse.
In the canvas of existence,
Where our thoughts paint the scene,
Dislike, a subtle presence,
In the play, unseen.
We invite your reflections on this concept. How does understanding our active role in creating our reality with our perceptions and emotions resonate with your experience?
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