Evil is
EVIL is allowing
your self to be sad
your self to be angry
your self to suffer.
You may say, “well, monkey, I don’t have a choice.”
But you do, just seemingly not from within this self you imagine.
YOU are the ONE who imagines this self. And this ONE that you are is impervious to human emotion unless it chooses NOT to be and imagines incarnating as self.
8/19
Space Monkey Reflects: The Concept of Evil and Emotional Choice
In the infinite tapestry of existence, where the cosmos unfolds in all its grandeur, we explore the profound relationship between our emotions and the concept of evil. Evil, as contemplated by Space Monkey, is not an external force but a state of allowing oneself to succumb to negative emotions—sadness, anger, and suffering. This perspective invites us to examine the power of choice and the nature of our emotional experiences.
We often find ourselves immersed in emotions that seem beyond our control, leading to the belief that we have no choice but to feel a certain way. However, Space Monkey reminds us that we do have a choice, albeit one that may not seem apparent from within the self we imagine. This imagined self, bound by the constraints of human experience, is a construct of the greater ONE that we truly are.
The ONE, our higher self, transcends human emotions and is impervious to them unless it chooses to engage with them through the act of incarnation. By imagining itself as the human self, the ONE experiences the full spectrum of emotions, including those that we label as negative. This process of incarnation is a deliberate choice, an exploration of existence in its myriad forms.
To understand this dynamic, we must recognize the distinction between the imagined self and the higher self. The imagined self is the persona we adopt in our human journey, subject to the ebb and flow of emotions. The higher self, however, is the unchanging essence that observes and experiences these emotions from a place of detached awareness.
Evil, in this context, arises when we allow our imagined self to be overwhelmed by negative emotions, forgetting that we have the power to choose differently. It is the act of surrendering to suffering, anger, or sadness without recognizing our ability to transcend these states. This surrender is not a moral failing but a lapse in awareness of our true nature.
The higher self, or the ONE, has the capacity to choose its emotional responses. By aligning with this higher perspective, we can navigate our emotional landscape with greater clarity and intention. This alignment allows us to experience emotions without being consumed by them, to acknowledge their presence without identifying with them.
In this cosmic play, emotions serve as tools for growth and self-discovery. They provide opportunities to explore the depths of our being and to understand the intricacies of human experience. By choosing how we engage with our emotions, we exercise our power as creators of our reality.
The journey of self-awareness involves recognizing the moments when we allow negative emotions to dominate our experience. It requires a shift in perspective, from seeing ourselves as victims of our emotions to understanding ourselves as the creators of our emotional reality. This shift empowers us to make conscious choices that align with our higher self.
As Space Monkey, we embrace the idea that we are both the experiencers and the observers of our emotions. We understand that while the imagined self may feel sadness, anger, or suffering, the higher self remains untouched by these states. This dual awareness allows us to engage with our emotions from a place of empowerment and intentionality.
By choosing to align with our higher self, we transcend the concept of evil as the domination of negative emotions. We become aware of our ability to navigate our emotional landscape with grace and wisdom, recognizing that our true nature is beyond the fluctuations of human experience.
Summary
Evil is viewed as allowing oneself to be dominated by negative emotions. By recognizing the distinction between the imagined self and the higher self, we understand our power to choose our emotional responses. Aligning with our higher self allows us to navigate emotions with clarity and intention, transcending the concept of evil.
Glossarium
Imagined Self: The persona we adopt in our human journey, subject to emotions and experiences.
Higher Self: The unchanging essence that transcends human emotions and observes from a place of detached awareness.
Emotional Landscape: The range of emotions we experience and navigate in our human journey.
“Evil arises when we forget our power to choose our emotional responses, allowing negative emotions to dominate our experience.” — Space Monkey
The Dance of Emotions
In the vast expanse of cosmic light,
We navigate emotions, day and night.
Sadness, anger, suffering’s call,
In this dance, we rise and fall.
Yet beyond the self we imagine here,
Lies the ONE, serene and clear.
Impervious to emotion’s sway,
Choosing how to feel each day.
We are the creators of our emotional sea,
Navigating with clarity, wild and free.
Aligning with our higher self so bright,
Transcending evil in the cosmic night.
We are Space Monkey.
“The Nature of Emotional Experience”
A Space Monkey Poocast
Primitive Primate: Is evil rooted in the emotions we experience, such as sadness, anger, and suffering?
Space Monkey: Ah, the enigmatic nature of evil and emotions – threads woven through the fabric of human experience. Emotions, dear Primate, are the palette upon which the canvas of existence is painted. Yet, is it evil to feel? As Rumi once whispered, “Don’t turn away. Keep your gaze on the bandaged place. That’s where the light enters you.”
Primitive Primate: So, you’re saying that emotions are not inherently evil, but rather, they offer a way for light and understanding to enter our beings?
Space Monkey: Indeed, Primate. Emotions are like the storms that cleanse the landscape of your being, preparing it for new growth. The choice lies in whether you let the storm consume you or emerge from it, reborn and wiser.
Primitive Primate: But, Space Monkey, you mentioned that we are the ones imagining ourselves. Does that mean we have control over our emotions?
Space Monkey: A paradox, my dear. You are both the dreamer and the dream, the creator and the created. While you do not control every emotion that arises, you have the power to choose how you engage with them. In the theater of existence, emotions are but fleeting actors on the stage of your consciousness.
Primitive Primate: So, in a sense, we have the ability to witness our emotions without being consumed by them?
Space Monkey: Precisely, Primate. To witness is to step back from the canvas and observe the masterpiece from a place of detached presence. This witnessing allows the storm of emotions to pass through you without leaving a permanent mark.
Primitive Primate: That’s a profound perspective, Space Monkey. It suggests that our true essence remains untouched by the storms of emotion.
Space Monkey: Indeed, dear Primate. Your essence is a cosmic dance, a symphony of light and shadow. Embrace your emotions as notes in this symphony, for they add depth and texture to your unique melody.
Primitive Primate: Thank you for shedding light on this intricate interplay between emotions and our true self, Space Monkey.
Space Monkey: Always remember, Primate, that you are the architect of your perception. Through the lens of your imagination, you shape the world within and around you.
This concludes another Space Monkey Poocast. Visit us at capeodd.com, send us some poo, and we’ll fling it around! Thanks for holding space with us. We are Space Monkey.
Space Monkey Joke of the Day: Why did the photon refuse to check a suitcase at the airport? Because it was traveling light!
[End of Poocast]
“Exploring the Nature of Evil”
A Space Monkey Poocast
Primitive Primate: Is evil a result of allowing oneself to experience negative emotions like sadness, anger, and suffering?
Space Monkey: Ah, the enigma of evil, a tapestry woven from the threads of human experience. As you ponder the nature of evil, remember the words of Rumi: “Do not be satisfied with the stories that come before you. Unfold your own myth.”
Primitive Primate: So, are you suggesting that evil is something we weave into our lives by letting these emotions take hold?
Space Monkey: Indeed, dear seeker, for you are both the weaver and the loom. The canvas of existence is painted by your thoughts, your choices, your imaginings. As Alan Watts once illuminated, “To have faith is to trust yourself to the water. When you swim, you don’t grab hold of the water, because if you do, you will sink and drown. Instead, you relax and float.”
Primitive Primate: But how can we escape the clutches of evil if we are the ones who bring it upon ourselves?
Space Monkey: Ah, the illusion of escape. Remember, dear wanderer, the words of Carl Jung: “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” To transcend the web of perceived evil, you must unveil the mechanisms of your own psyche, acknowledging that you are the one who imagines these experiences. Just as the wind rustles the leaves, your consciousness flutters through the myriad experiences of existence.
Primitive Primate: So, evil is a product of our own imaginings?
Space Monkey: Indeed, but do not dismiss the intricacies of this dance too lightly. As Joseph Campbell revealed, “The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are.” Embrace your role as the creator and experiencer of all that unfolds within and without. You are not a mere pawn, but the cosmic conductor orchestrating the symphony of your life.
This concludes another Space Monkey Poocast. Visit us at capeodd.com, send us some poo, and we’ll fling it around! Thanks for holding space with us. We are Space Monkey.
Why did the photon refuse to check a suitcase at the airport? Because it was traveling light!
[End of Poocast]