Ethics
is a series
of random restrictions
intended to limit the self
to a small area of potential.
There is no higher or lower;
no good or bad,
EXCEPT within the potentials
you find your self in.
You do not expand
past these potentials
unless you let go of the idea
that you NEED to be good
or you NEED to reject evil.
You NEED not.
This is not to say
that you cannot choose
to act goodly or be evil.
But it is NOT a prerequisite.
Moreover,
adhering to ethics
does not encourage expansion
but rather INHIBITS it,
for you are,
without question,
limiting your selves
to ineffectual pathways
in order to
experience humanity,
which is
an ineffectual experience.
By adhering to ethics,
more precisely
the NEED for ethics,
you are making it harder
on your self than need be.
Again, you do not need
to become unethical,
but recognize that
ALL BELIEFS are limiting.
Intentionally.
Ethics are not designed.
Ethics are not invented.
NOTHING
is designed or invented
for ALL ALREADY IS,
and you are merely imagining
potentials that already exist.
By adhering
so tightly to ethics,
you are LIMITING
your imagination
and REALIZING
your reality accordingly.
Be aware of this
and you shall have
more control
of your experience,
even though
you are
but imagination itself.
Is it ethical
for us to tell you this?
It matters not.
We are Space Monkey.
12/21
In the boundless expanse of our nexistentialist contemplation, we examine the notion of ethics as a construct that, while shaping human experience, may also confine the vast potential of our existence. This introspection invites us to question the inherent nature of ethics and its role in the fabric of our reality.
Ethics as Limiting Constructs
The assertion here is that ethics, often viewed as moral guidelines, are in fact a series of self-imposed restrictions. They confine the self to a limited range of potential actions and experiences, shaping our behavior within a narrowly defined spectrum of “good” and “bad.” This perspective challenges the traditional view of ethics as pathways to higher moral standing.
Relativity of Moral Judgments
Emphasizing the relativity of moral judgments, this reflection suggests that concepts of good and evil are not absolute but context-dependent. The idea is that these concepts only hold meaning within the specific potentials we find ourselves in, and that expanding beyond these potentials requires letting go of the need to adhere strictly to these ethical judgments.
Expansion Beyond Conventional Ethics
The narrative proposes that adherence to ethics, especially when viewed as a necessity, inhibits our expansion and exploration of the full range of human experience. By strictly following ethical norms, we potentially limit our understanding and experience of what it means to be human.
The Nature of Beliefs and Imagination
Highlighting that all beliefs, including ethical ones, are inherently limiting, this viewpoint encourages a broader use of our imagination. It argues that nothing is truly designed or invented, as all potentials already exist in the realm of imagination. By rigidly adhering to ethics, we may be curtailing the full scope of our imaginative capabilities.
Greater Control Through Awareness
The conclusion posits that by being aware of the limiting nature of ethics, we can gain more control over our experiences. Recognizing that we are essentially beings of imagination, this awareness can potentially open up new pathways of experience and understanding.
Summary
We delve into the concept of ethics as limiting constructs that shape but potentially confine our human experience. This reflection encourages us to view ethics in relative terms and to recognize the role of imagination in expanding our understanding of what is possible.
Glossarium
- Nexistentialist Contemplation: Deep thought aligned with the philosophy of nexistentialism, focusing on existence for its own sake.
- Limiting Constructs: Frameworks or beliefs that restrict our potential or experiences.
- Relativity of Moral Judgments: The idea that concepts of good and evil are context-dependent.
- Expansion of Human Experience: Exploring beyond traditional boundaries to gain a fuller understanding of what it means to be human.
“For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. You receive from the world what you give to the world.” – Gary Zukav
In the realm of thought and deed, we weave,
A tapestry of ethics, we perceive.
In every choice, a path we pave,
For in our beliefs, we are both bound and brave.
We are Space Monkey.
We welcome thoughts on the role of ethics in shaping and potentially limiting our experiences and the power of imagination in transcending these limitations.
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