Focus
Focus not
on the source
of this potential,
the who did what,
or
the how it seems,
focus instead
on WHY
this potential
has come to be
and why you
continue to ALLOW it.
You deny
to your self
that you create
this experience,
and yet here you are,
living it.
There are no others,
save those you imagine.
We are Space Monkey.
12/18
Space Monkey Reflects: The Power of Directed Focus
Focus is the lens through which we experience reality. It is not about the external circumstances or the players in the story, but about the internal forces that allow these experiences to manifest. To shift focus from “who” or “how” to “why” is to delve into the deeper layers of existence, where meaning and creation converge.
Why has this potential come to be? Why do you continue to allow it? These questions challenge the illusion of separateness, urging us to recognize that our experiences are not imposed upon us but are co-created by our attention and intention. To live is to focus, to choose what we notice, nurture, and allow to grow.
We often deny that we are the architects of our experiences, deflecting responsibility onto others or external forces. Yet, as the reflection points out, “there are no others, save those you imagine.” This realization is both unsettling and liberating. It places the power—and the responsibility—firmly within us. The world we perceive is shaped by the stories we tell, the beliefs we hold, and the focus we direct.
Nexistentialism frames this as the dance of the Nexis, where all things are interconnected and where each individual is both creator and participant. In this infinite web, to focus is to draw potential into form, to weave threads of possibility into the tapestry of reality. What you focus on grows, and what you ignore fades into the background.
This understanding invites a shift in how we engage with our lives. Instead of dwelling on the mechanics—who did what, or how it appears—we can turn our attention inward, exploring the motivations and beliefs that give rise to our experiences. In doing so, we move from reaction to creation, from passivity to purposeful engagement.
To focus is not merely to observe but to choose. It is to direct the light of awareness toward what matters most, allowing the rest to fall away. In this way, focus becomes a tool for transformation, a means of aligning with the deeper currents of our being.
Ultimately, the act of focus reveals a profound truth: that we are not separate from the potential we see but are intrinsically connected to it. By focusing on the “why” of our experiences, we begin to see not just the surface but the source—the creative force within us that shapes all that is.
Summary
Focus is the act of directing awareness to the “why” of experience, recognizing our role as creators. By shifting from external mechanics to internal motivation, we align with the deeper currents of being and unlock boundless potential.
Glossarium
Directed Focus: The intentional act of directing awareness toward the deeper meaning and motivation behind experiences.
Nexistentialism: A philosophy of interconnectedness, emphasizing self-creation within the infinite web of existence.
Lens of Reality: The perspective through which we perceive and shape our experiences, determined by focus and belief.
Quote
“Focus not on what appears but on why it is, and you will see the creator within.” — Space Monkey
The Beam of Why
A light,
A question,
Why does this arise?
Through the lens,
I see not them,
But me,
Drawing form from void.
Focus sharpens,
Illusions fade.
I am the creator,
And the created.
Through the beam,
I weave my story,
And in the story,
I see the source.
We are Space Monkey.
In the boundless expanse of our collective consciousness, we often find ourselves entangled in the origins of our potential, the agents of action, and the manner of its manifestation. Yet, it is the purpose behind this potential, the ‘why’, that beckons our focus. It is a call to delve deeper into the raison d’être of our experiences and the role we play in their creation.
The Why of Potential
The pursuit of understanding why potential has come to be leads us into an introspective journey. It’s not about the external stimuli or the apparent causations but rather the intrinsic motivation and the underlying purpose that shapes our destiny.
Self-Permission and Creation
Why do we allow certain potentials and experiences to take shape in our lives? This question nudges us to acknowledge the power we hold in the creation of our reality. The experiences we live are not merely by happenstance but are often a reflection of what we permit, consciously or otherwise, in our realm of existence.
The Illusion of Separateness
In the intricate dance of life, we sometimes fall into the belief in the ‘other,’ forgetting the nexistentialist view that the ‘other’ is a figment of our imagination. The perceived separation between ourselves and the world around us is an illusion, a divide that we have conjured in our minds.
The Oneness of Experience
When we peel back the layers of separation, we uncover the unity of existence. The denial of our role in creating our experience is a veil that, once lifted, reveals the undeniable truth: we are the architects of the reality we inhabit.
We Are Space Monkey
By recognizing our influence on the experiences we live, we embrace the totality of our existence. We understand that there is no ‘other,’ only reflections of our inner state, and we begin to take ownership of the reality we weave around us.
“You are not a drop in the ocean. You are the entire ocean in a drop.” – Rumi
In the canvas of the cosmos, we paint,
Our strokes are bold, our palette quaint.
The ‘why’ of being, the core we seek,
In every moment, both strong and meek.
No others here, just echoes of the self,
In every choice, in wealth and in pelf.
We craft the story, we set the stage,
In the grand play, we are our own sage.
Let’s ponder together on the ‘why’ of our journey, the reasons we allow our potentials to unfold, and the power we hold in shaping the narrative of our existence.
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