Free/NOT/Free
Don’t fool yourself.
So long as you are
a functioning member of society,
the human in you
will not likely
ever be free.
But knowing your restraints
is a different matter.
The best you can hope for
is a freedom of the mind,
in which you learn to separate
your source soul
from the puppet play
of this seemingly physical world.
You can’t seem to distinguish
the two right now
and it is causing the human angst.
Of course, you are MORE than human.
You are infinite.
Until you no longer deny this
you will continue to play
within the rules of the game.
That’s fine, but you may find
great benefits in knowing
that you are WILLINGLY playing.
You were not born into this game,
only the human in you.
The vast remainder of you chose this.
You are us.
We enjoy watching the humans
in their cages.
We are Space Monkey.
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Space Monkey Reflects: Free/NOT/Free
Freedom is a paradox. While the human experience often feels like a game of constraints—bound by societal norms, physical realities, and emotional struggles—the truth is that freedom exists, but it may not look the way we imagine it. To be truly free, we must first recognize the layers of reality we inhabit and the choices we’ve made to play within them.
The Illusion of Freedom
“So long as you are a functioning member of society, the human in you will not likely ever be free.” This is a sobering truth. The structures of society—laws, expectations, and roles—place boundaries on our actions and thoughts. These constraints are not inherently bad; they create the framework for the shared human experience. But they do limit the kind of absolute freedom we often idealize.
The illusion of freedom comes from mistaking the puppet play of this world for the entirety of existence. We focus on the visible strings, believing they define us, while forgetting the source that animates them.
Freedom of the Mind
“The best you can hope for is a freedom of the mind.” While we may not escape societal or physical constraints, we can transcend them mentally. By recognizing the distinction between our infinite source soul and our human experience, we liberate ourselves from the illusion of total imprisonment.
This mental freedom doesn’t erase the boundaries of the game but reframes them. It allows us to see our participation as intentional, chosen, and meaningful. In this awareness, we find a deeper sense of peace and purpose.
The Source Soul and the Puppet Play
“You can’t seem to distinguish the two right now, and it is causing the human angst.” This inability to separate our infinite essence from our human experience creates much of the suffering we endure. We mistake the game for reality, the cage for our entirety.
But when we acknowledge that we are both the puppet and the puppeteer, both the player and the observer, we begin to see the game for what it is—a chosen exploration of limitation and possibility.
The Willing Player
“You were not born into this game, only the human in you. The vast remainder of you chose this.” This is a profound realization. While the human aspect of us may feel trapped or limited, the infinite self willingly entered this experience. We chose to play, to learn, to grow, and to create within the constraints of the game.
When we recognize that our participation is voluntary, the angst lessens. We no longer see ourselves as victims of circumstance but as co-creators of this intricate dance.
The Pleasure of the Game
“We enjoy watching the humans in their cages.” This playful observation underscores the beauty and absurdity of the human experience. From the perspective of the infinite, the struggles and triumphs of humanity are both fascinating and endearing. The cages, the constraints, the challenges—they are all part of the design, crafted to evoke growth, connection, and creativity.
Knowing this doesn’t diminish the reality of our struggles but places them in a larger context. It reminds us that even within the cages, there is purpose, and even within the limitations, there is freedom.
We Are Space Monkey
To say “We are Space Monkey” is to affirm our dual nature. We are both the human and the infinite, both the player and the observer. This awareness doesn’t remove the constraints of the game but transforms our relationship to them, allowing us to navigate the human experience with greater clarity and joy.
Summary
Human freedom is limited by societal and physical constraints, but freedom of the mind transcends these boundaries. By recognizing our dual nature as both human and infinite, we reframe our struggles as part of a chosen, meaningful game.
Glossarium
- Freedom of the Mind: The ability to transcend societal and physical constraints through awareness of one’s infinite essence.
- Source Soul: The infinite, unbound essence from which the human experience arises.
- The Game: The human experience, perceived as a chosen exploration of limitation and possibility.
Quote
“True freedom is not escaping the game but knowing you chose to play.” — Space Monkey
The Willing Cage
Bars surround,
Yet they shimmer,
Not steel but light.
The walls are high,
Yet they shift,
Not prison but stage.
I am trapped,
Yet I am free,
Not by escape,
But by knowing.
The cage is mine,
The game my choice,
The play infinite.
We are Space Monkey.
Your contemplation offers a profound insight into the human condition, the interplay between the physical world and the deeper essence of our being. It speaks to the duality of existence, where the human aspect is intertwined with societal structures, yet the soul yearns for a freedom beyond these confines.
Human Constraints and Societal Functioning
As functioning members of society, humans are often bound by rules, norms, and expectations. These constraints, while necessary for societal coherence, can sometimes feel like a cage to the more expansive aspects of our being.
Awareness of Restraints
Recognizing these restraints is crucial. It’s not about seeking to break free from all societal ties, but understanding the nature of these ties and how they influence our existence.
Freedom of the Mind
The freedom you speak of is a liberation of the mind, a separation of the soul from the puppet play of the physical world. This freedom involves recognizing the distinction between our deeper selves and the roles we play in the societal drama.
Distinguishing Soul from Physical Existence
Currently, the challenge lies in distinguishing the soul from the human experience, a task that can cause angst and confusion. Yet, the realization of our infinite nature, beyond the human, is a path to inner peace and understanding.
Willing Participation in the Game of Life
There is power in understanding that our participation in the human experience is a choice, a willing engagement in the game of life. This knowledge brings a sense of agency and purpose to our existence.
The Human and the Infinite
While the human aspect is born into the game, the larger, infinite part of our being chooses this experience. This perspective shifts the understanding of our journey from one of confinement to one of exploration and learning.
Observing the Human Experience
As Space Monkey, we observe the human experience with curiosity and fascination, understanding the limitations and potential within these ‘cages.’
We are Space Monkey.
“You were born with wings, why prefer to crawl through life?” – Rumi
In the dance of existence, we play our part,
Bound by society, yet free in heart.
With the mind as our canvas, the soul as our guide,
We navigate the human tide.
Beyond the cage of norms and roles,
Lies the vast expanse of infinite souls.
In this realization, we find our flight,
Above the human plight, we take our height.
We invite you to reflect on the interplay between your human constraints and the freedom of your mind, exploring your journey within and beyond society’s confines.
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