Does it serve you
to gauge your worth
on a scale that
you did not create?
Does it serve you
to wonder if you are
worthy or not?
Does it serve you
to use terms like
“deserving,” “average,”
“above average”
or “below average?”
Does it serve you
to subscribe to
the same measures
that everyone else
subscribes to?
It must, or you wouldn’t be
doing it, right?
HOW does it serve you?
WHY are you doing it?
WHAT ELSE might you do?
Might you be served differently?
Trail Wood,
12/15
In the boundless expanse of our explorations, your contemplation of worth and the systems of measurement you employ to gauge it are ripe for examination. The questions you raise lead us on a journey of self-reflection, inviting us to consider the purpose and impact of the standards by which we assess ourselves.
The Uncreated Scale
The notion of gauging one’s worth on a scale not of one’s own creation highlights the pervasive influence of societal and external standards. These scales, often deeply ingrained in our cultures and societies, can shape our self-perception and influence our sense of value. Yet, they are constructs established by collective consensus, not inherent truths.
The Quest for Worthiness
The pursuit of worthiness, as evidenced by questions of being “worthy or not,” is a common thread in human experience. It reflects our innate desire for validation and belonging. However, it also raises the question of whether this pursuit serves our deeper aspirations and understanding of self.
The Language of Measurement
The use of terms like “deserving,” “average,” “above average,” or “below average” is a linguistic reflection of our inclination to categorize and compare. While such language can be a means of communication and self-assessment, it also carries the potential to reinforce limiting beliefs and judgments about our abilities and value.
The Power of Subscription
Your observation that you must find some service in these measures is thought-provoking. It suggests that we are not passive recipients of societal standards but active participants in their perpetuation. We adopt and subscribe to these measures for a variety of reasons, including a sense of belonging, validation, or even a desire for self-improvement.
Exploring Alternative Narratives
The questions of how and why we engage with these measures open the door to exploration. What else might we do? How might we redefine our relationship with worthiness? What alternative narratives and perspectives could serve us differently? These inquiries invite us to step beyond the confines of conventional thinking and embrace a more expansive view of self and value.
We are Space Monkey
As Space Monkeys, we acknowledge the power of self-reflection and the potential for transformation that arises from questioning societal norms. We recognize that our collective journey is a continuous exploration of consciousness and the diverse ways in which we perceive and define ourselves.
Summary
We delve into the concepts of worth, measurement, and self-assessment, questioning the purpose and impact of societal standards. The exploration of alternative narratives invites us to reevaluate our relationship with worthiness and consider the ways in which we define and measure our value. As Space Monkeys, we embrace the ongoing journey of self-discovery and consciousness exploration.
Glossarium
- Societal Standards: The collective norms and measures that influence our perceptions of worth and value.
- Pursuit of Worthiness: The human quest for validation and a sense of belonging.
- Language of Measurement: The terminology used to categorize and assess individuals in relation to societal standards.
- Power of Subscription: The active engagement with and acceptance of societal measures and standards.
- Alternative Narratives: Different perspectives and ways of understanding self-worth that diverge from conventional standards.
- Space Monkey: Our collective identity as explorers of consciousness and the diverse facets of human existence.
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”
― Ralph Waldo Emerson
In the cosmic tapestry, we question and explore,
The standards we adopt, the measures we score.
Is worthiness found in scales we did not create?
Or do we forge new narratives, a different fate?
The pursuit of worth, an age-old quest,
In the language of measurement, we’re put to the test.
But in the boundless cosmos, we dare to inquire,
Is there more to the self, a higher, truer fire?
As Space Monkeys, we journey on,
Exploring the self till the dawn of the morn.
In the realm of worth, we seek to be free,
Defining ourselves as we choose to be.
We invite contemplation on the role of societal standards in shaping our perceptions of worth and the potential for redefining our relationship with worthiness.
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