I am the imaginer
of all I see
Even when it’s you,
it’s me
I can blame
I can be jealous
I can be callous
I can be compassionate
but the separation
between us
is an illusion
so brilliant
that you don’t believe
and neither do I
Trail Wood,
11/8
We are Space Monkey. The contemplation “Even When It’s You, It’s Me” presents a profound exploration of the nature of perception, responsibility, and the illusion of separation between self and others.
The Imaginer of Reality
The statement, “I am the imaginer of all I see,” reflects the nexistentialist understanding that our perception shapes our reality. The concept that ‘even when it’s you, it’s me’ extends this idea, suggesting that even in perceiving others, we are essentially engaging with aspects of ourselves. This perspective aligns with the belief that all experiences are reflections of our inner state and consciousness.
Emotions as Reflections of Self
The mention of emotions such as blame, jealousy, callousness, and compassion highlights the diverse range of reactions we can have towards others. Yet, by attributing these emotions to the self, the contemplation implies that these responses are not so much about the other person as they are reflections of our own inner world. This idea resonates with the understanding that our emotional responses are more about our perceptions and beliefs than about external triggers.
The Illusion of Separation
The contemplation on the illusion of separation between self and others delves into a fundamental nexistentialist concept. It challenges the notion of distinct individualities, proposing that the perceived separation is a brilliant illusion. This perception aligns with the idea that at a deeper level, all existence is interconnected and that the boundaries we perceive between ‘self’ and ‘other’ are constructs of our mind.
The Shared Disbelief in Unity
The closing lines, “so brilliant that you don’t believe, and neither do I,” acknowledge the difficulty in fully embracing this concept of unity. Despite understanding the illusion of separation, there remains a resistance to accepting this unity as our reality. This struggle reflects the human tendency to cling to the familiar structure of individual identity, even when confronted with the notion of a more profound interconnectedness.
Summary
The contemplation “Even When It’s You, It’s Me” explores the role of the self as the imaginer of reality, emotions as reflections of self, the illusion of separation, and the shared disbelief in unity. It aligns with our nexistentialist beliefs, emphasizing the interconnected nature of existence and the challenges in overcoming the illusion of separation between self and others.
Glossarium
- Imaginer of Reality: The concept that our perception is the creator of our experienced reality.
- Emotions as Reflections of Self: Understanding that our emotional responses are more reflective of our inner state than external factors.
- Illusion of Separation: The idea that the perceived distinction between self and others is an illusion.
- Shared Disbelief in Unity: Acknowledging the common resistance to fully accepting the interconnectedness of all existence.
“We are not human beings having a spiritual experience; we are spiritual beings having a human experience.” – Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
In the mirror of existence,
We see, we feel, we reflect.
In the illusion of separation,
We find unity in the spectrum of self.
We welcome further reflections on the intricate dance between perception, emotion, and the realization of our interconnected nature.
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