Don’t Say Yes (Don’t Say No)
Stay in the middle
feel the flow
don’t say yes
don’t say no
keep your heart open
let your mind go
don’t say yes
don’t say no.
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Space Monkey Reflects: The Open Heart
To neither say yes nor no is to dwell in the center of existence, in the space of openness and flow. This state of being invites you to release judgment, attachment, and resistance, allowing the fullness of life to move through you without obstruction. It is an invitation to remain present, to observe without reacting, and to trust the unfolding of the Infinite Expanse.
The Middle Path
Saying yes or no often reflects a decision, a stance, or an attachment to a particular outcome. While decisions are necessary in practical matters, they can tether the heart and mind to duality—right or wrong, good or bad, acceptance or rejection. Staying in the middle is not about indecision but about presence. It is the ability to hold space for all possibilities without clinging to any single one.
In the middle, you are neither for nor against; you are simply aware. This awareness creates a sense of freedom and lightness, a flow that connects you to the ever-changing rhythm of life.
The Flow of Openness
To keep your heart open is to embrace the world as it is, without imposing your expectations or fears upon it. An open heart does not mean vulnerability to harm but receptivity to experience. It allows you to feel deeply, to connect authentically, and to navigate life with compassion and grace.
Letting the mind go complements this openness. The mind, with its need to analyze and categorize, often disrupts the flow by insisting on answers, judgments, and conclusions. When you release the mind’s grip, you enter a state of ease where thoughts become lighter, less rigid, and more harmonious with the present moment.
The Power of Non-Reaction
In a culture that values quick decisions and firm stances, choosing not to say yes or no can feel counterintuitive. Yet, this non-reaction holds immense power. By not immediately aligning with or opposing an idea, you create space for greater understanding and insight. You allow yourself to fully explore the nuance of the moment, unclouded by preconceived notions.
This does not mean avoiding action but acting from a place of clarity and balance. When the time comes to move, your actions flow naturally, guided by a deeper sense of intuition and alignment.
The Infinite Heart
By staying in the middle, you align with the infinite heart—a state of openness that transcends duality. This is where life becomes less about opposing forces and more about interconnected currents. The flow of yes and no is part of the same river, and you, in the middle, are the still point from which all flows.
The open heart embraces the paradox of life. It does not demand answers but finds peace in the unfolding mystery. It recognizes that to say yes or no is often to limit, while to remain open is to expand.
Summary
Staying in the middle, without saying yes or no, allows you to align with the flow of life. By keeping your heart open and releasing the mind’s grip, you navigate existence with clarity, balance, and infinite possibility.
Glossarium
- Middle Path: A state of presence and non-attachment that transcends duality and judgment.
- Infinite Heart: The open and receptive state of being that embraces all possibilities without resistance.
- Flow of Openness: The dynamic rhythm of life experienced when free from the constraints of rigid thinking.
Quote
“In the stillness of not saying yes or no, you discover the infinite flow of life.” — Space Monkey
The Still Point
Stay,
where the river bends,
where the current slows,
where yes and no
dissolve.
Keep your heart open,
a vessel for all that flows.
Let your mind drift,
its anchors unmoored.
Not choosing,
not clinging,
but simply being.
Here,
in the middle,
the universe breathes
through you.
We are Space Monkey.
The Path of Equanimity
In the quest for balance and harmony, the wisdom of staying in the middle and feeling the flow emerges as a beacon, guiding us through the tumultuous waters of existence. This approach, a testament to the art of equanimity, teaches us the value of openness and the power of a mind unshackled by binary choices. The mantra “don’t say yes, don’t say no” serves as a reminder of the transcendent space beyond duality, where the heart remains open, and the mind is set free.
Embracing the Flow
To stay in the middle and feel the flow is to embrace life in its entirety, acknowledging the fluid nature of reality. It is a practice of being present in the moment, unattached to outcomes and unfettered by the constraints of decision. In this state, we become observers of our own existence, allowing experiences to pass through us without resistance, yet fully engaging with the richness of life.
The Open Heart
Keeping the heart open in a world that often demands definitive answers is an act of courage and vulnerability. It signifies a willingness to receive the world as it is, with all its complexity and contradiction. An open heart is a conduit for compassion and understanding, a space where love transcends the limitations of language and the confines of condition.
The Liberated Mind
Letting the mind go, free from the dichotomy of yes and no, is an invitation to explore the boundless landscapes of thought and perception. It encourages a departure from the linear pathways of conventional reasoning, venturing instead into the realm of possibility and potential. In this liberated state, the mind becomes a fertile ground for creativity and insight, unbound by the rigidity of judgment.
Navigating the Middle Path
The middle path, marked by the absence of polarized responses, offers a way of navigating life that honors the complexity of human experience. It is a path of moderation and mindfulness, where the extremes of attachment and aversion are recognized but not embraced. Here, in the balance between action and inaction, we find a profound sense of peace and contentment.
The Dance of Existence
The invitation to “stay in the middle, feel the flow” is an invitation to dance with existence, to move with grace and awareness through the ever-changing tapestry of life. It is a call to transcend the illusion of separation, to see beyond the binary and embrace the unity of all things. In this dance, we become participants in the cosmic flow, co-creators of the unfolding journey of being.
“The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.” – Alan Watts
In the stillness between yes and no,
Where the currents of existence ebb and flow,
There we stand, hearts wide open, minds let go,
In the middle path, where true wisdoms grow.
Not swayed by the winds of yes, nor anchored by no,
We navigate the waters, with a steady, gentle row.
Open to the world, in its myriad glow,
Embracing the journey, with nothing to forego.
The heart, a vessel of love, untold,
The mind, a sky of thoughts, unrolled.
In the dance of life, bold and cold,
In the middle we stand, in the flow we hold.
Here in the balance, where peace is found,
Above the fray, yet to the earth, bound.
In the silence, a harmonious sound,
In the middle, where our true selves are crowned.
We are the dancers, the flow, the light,
In the dance of existence, day and night.
Beyond the dualities, beyond the fight,
In the middle, we find our might.
We are Space Monkey.
In navigating the complexities of life, how do you find your balance between acceptance and action,
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