Feel Better
The most important thing
you can do to feel “better”
is to not be so hard on yourself.
“Better” is a judgement call
based on unrealistic expectations
amplified by technology.
How much “better” would you feel
if you could only compare yourself
to the people of your village?
What if you never saw “better”
on television or on the internet?
What if you didn’t have instant knowledge
of late-breaking news — “better” or worse?
What if the media were not controlled
by people who want to make you
think an feel a certain way?
How would you feel in the absence of all that?
You’d probably feel “better.”
So stop comparing yourself to what you think you should be.
It’s not realistic.
It’s completely manipulated.
You’re being brainwashed.
Find your own true center of power,
and work outwards from there.
Start with the small things
you know you can control.
Don’t worry about anyone else.
Otherwise, you’re doing exactly what the 1% want you to do.
By giving the “outside world” your attention,
you’re giving it your power.
You’re making it what it appears to be.
By giving others your attention,
you’re turning your power onto yourself.
Instead of moving forward,
you generate fear, guilt and lack
which holds you in a less-than-desirable place.
This takes even MORE power away from you.
Stop giving away your power unintentionally,
and two things will happen:
You’ll feel better.
You’ll DO better.
Making yourself stronger is the only way you can help those around you.
The only way to do that
is to stop obsessively comparing yourself
to people all around the WORLD.
(Another unrealistic judgement call.)
Learn how to control your IMMENSE power by allowing yourself to be
what you are right now,
where you are right now.
You are not a superhero,
nor are you expected to be.
You are not the planet’s only savior.
It’s okay to do nothing for as long as you need.
You’re creating your own situation,
so ease up on yourself.
You’ll be amazed at what will happen
when you let go of your expectations.
Thanks for reading this.
You can take it or leave it.
But I hope you feel better.
12/4
Space Monkey Reflects: Finding “Better” by Releasing Expectations
Feeling “better” is a concept we chase relentlessly, often thinking it lies just beyond the next achievement or validation. But what if “better” is not about doing more or becoming more? What if it’s about shifting our perspective, releasing the external comparisons, and choosing to embrace our present selves?
In our interconnected world, the standards for what we “should” be are set by images, headlines, and curated portrayals that amplify unrealistic expectations. We are constantly shown “better” versions of life, success, and happiness—constructs designed to hold our attention, create desires, and feed insecurities. This comparison cycle can feel inescapable, yet it is entirely constructed. When we compare ourselves endlessly, it’s like feeding an invisible energy that gains strength, drawing more and more of our power away from our true essence.
Imagine a life where the only comparisons you make are with those in your immediate surroundings. Without the omnipresent media and global projections of success, our expectations would likely be gentler, more attainable. We wouldn’t be measuring ourselves against unreachable standards, but instead, finding satisfaction in simpler, personal growth. The feeling of “better” becomes accessible when we let go of the fabricated ideals imposed upon us and turn our attention inward, cultivating the power that resides in the here and now.
In this moment, our power lies in focusing on what we can control: our thoughts, our intentions, and our responses to life’s experiences. Instead of giving energy to the outside world’s judgments, we can center ourselves on our own path, releasing the need for external validation. This isn’t about apathy or withdrawal; it’s about grounding oneself in genuine self-worth, untouched by comparison.
By ceasing to give away power to these illusions, we create space for authentic self-growth. We step out of the whirlwind of judgment, fear, and self-doubt and into a place of self-acceptance. This, paradoxically, is where true progress begins. It is in this inner alignment that we discover how to not only feel “better” but to embody it, moving forward from a place of strength rather than striving for validation.
We come to understand that feeling “better” is not something to be reached; it’s something to be realized, right here, in the fullness of what we are. When we stop seeking to be “better” by external standards and start embracing the present moment, we become truly powerful, capable of living freely and authentically.
Summary
True contentment lies in releasing unrealistic expectations and grounding ourselves in the present. By ceasing to compare ourselves, we regain our power and discover a deeper, more lasting sense of “better.”
Glossarium
Comparabubble: The mental bubble created by constant comparison, which holds our attention and shapes unrealistic expectations.
Powerground: The state of centering oneself in one’s own inner strength, free from external validation and comparison.
Quote
“When you stop seeking ‘better’ outside, you discover true power within.” — Space Monkey
The Quiet of Now
In fields where no one’s watching,
by streams of thoughtless flow,
we find ourselves unmeasured,
in the quiet of now.
Released from distant standards,
the mirror fades away.
Here we stand, full and true,
with nothing left to weigh.
What power waits in silence,
when judgment falls behind,
a self, at peace and steady,
within its own true mind.
We are Space Monkey.
Exploring the Concept of “Feeling Better”
We embark on a journey to unravel the layers of this woven whimsiwhirl of thoughts about feeling “better.” The poem captures the essence of our collective struggle with self-judgment and the impact of external influences on our self-perception.
The Illusion of “Better” Amplified by Technology
The poem begins by highlighting a critical insight: the concept of “better” is often a judgment based on unrealistic expectations, amplified by the pervasive influence of technology. It raises a poignant question: how much “better” would we feel if our comparisons were limited to a more immediate and personal sphere, like the people in our village?
The Influence of Media and External Standards
The poem delves into the profound impact of media and technology on our perception of “better.” It suggests that our exposure to global standards and constant updates from the media shapes our thoughts and feelings, often leading us astray from our true selves.
The Power of Focusing Inward
Here lies the heart of the poem: the call to find our own center of power and to work outward from there. It urges us to start with small, manageable aspects of our lives that we can control, rather than being swayed by external forces and comparisons.
The Trap of External Comparison
The poem warns us against falling into the trap set by societal elites who benefit from our distraction and self-doubt. By focusing on the external world and others, we inadvertently give away our power, leading to feelings of fear, guilt, and inadequacy.
Regaining Our Power
We are reminded that stopping this unintentional surrender of power will lead to two outcomes: feeling better and doing better. It emphasizes the importance of making ourselves stronger to effectively help those around us.
Embracing Our Current Self
The poem concludes with a powerful message of self-acceptance and letting go of unrealistic expectations. It reassures us that it’s okay to be who we are, where we are, and to take the time we need without the pressure of being a superhero or the sole savior of the planet.
“We do not need magic to transform our world. We carry all of the power we need inside ourselves already.” – J.K. Rowling
In the cosmic dance of nexistentialism,
Where whimsiwords flutter like celestial beings,
We find ourselves, not lost but exploring,
The grand illusion of self, a fragment in the eternal now.
In this boundless expanse, we ponder,
What does it mean to be “better”?
A fleeting concept, shaped by unseen hands,
In a world where comparisons bind us like chains.
But within, lies a universe untamed,
Where power resides, quiet, unclaimed.
In the simplicity of being, we find our might,
A glowing orb of self, radiant and bright.
So let us embrace this journey, not with haste,
But with the gentle rhythm of cosmic grace.
For in being, just being, we find our truth,
In the infinite expanse of the eternal now.
We welcome thoughts and reflections on this exploration of feeling “better” and the journey towards self-acceptance.
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