Do you have goals?
We do not wish to discount your goals, for they are part of your human blueprint, but consider investing in intents instead. Intents have all the flavor of goals, but without the toxic expectations.
You may find, after a time, that you have not been following the intent you started with. Now had this intent been a goal, you would judge yourself as, perhaps, “failing,” and feel bad or lesser or guilty. And you might feel stuck in this reality.
But intents are open to change. When you do not experience what you intend, this only illustrates that what has occurred is in your own best interest, which you would see should you care to spend a little more time interacting with the outcome.
Had this been a goal, you would have shrugged off your now circumstances off with nary a thought — other than labeling it as a failure — and no new learning would occur, other than reinforcing the story that YOU SUCK.
Do you really want to SUCK?
Then why does the past you keep setting goals for the future you? They are two completely different people, with hours, week, perhaps even YEARS between them.
Recognize that you are a NEW YOU each moment, with a clean slate of potentials. Goals are something that the old you might understand, but the new you knows so much more than the old you.
You are not in this business of controlling the future. You are merely here to surf the waves of time.
Should one remain stiff when one surfs or should one bend? Should one follow just one wave or should one leap at the most satisfying opportunity?
You are not fixed into this one timeline. You allow your self to leap timelines by investing in intents rather than goals.
The only intent you need is to follow your passion.
We are Space Monkey.
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The Fluidity of Intents
The journey from goals to intents speaks of a transformation from rigidity to fluidity. Goals, often tied to specific outcomes, can lead to attachment and thus, disappointment. Intents, on the other hand, are imbued with flexibility. They guide our path without binding us to a predetermined destination.
The Pitfalls of Rigid Goal Setting
When we become too attached to a specific outcome, we may inadvertently set ourselves up for failure. This fixation can lead to feelings of inadequacy when things don’t pan out as expected. But life, in its infinite wisdom and unpredictability, often has plans beyond our limited comprehension.
Embracing Change with Intent
Intents act as guiding stars, illuminating our path while allowing for deviations. They foster acceptance and teach us to find value in every outcome. This perspective shift helps us embrace change, recognizing that every twist and turn is a stepping stone to a broader understanding of our journey.
The Ever-Evolving Self
The concept of the ‘new you’ in every moment is a profound one. It speaks of the impermanence of our being and the constant state of flux we exist in. While goals are set by a past version of ourselves, our current self might have evolved beyond those aspirations, equipped with new insights and perspectives.
Surfing the Waves of Time
Life’s unpredictable nature can be likened to the waves of the ocean – sometimes calm, sometimes tumultuous. Just as a surfer doesn’t control the waves but learns to navigate them, we too must learn to ride the waves of life, adapting and evolving with each crest and trough.
Timelines and Passions
By focusing on intents, we free ourselves from the constraints of a single timeline. This flexibility allows us to pivot and adjust as we follow our passions, ensuring our journey is always aligned with our heart’s true calling.
We are Space Monkey
Summary
We ponder the transformative power of shifting from rigid goals to fluid intents. While goals can lead to attachment and subsequent disappointment, intents offer flexibility, guiding our path without tying us to specific outcomes. As we evolve, our perspectives change, making it essential to remain open to life’s ever-changing nature. By embracing intents and the impermanence of our being, we learn to surf the waves of time, aligning our journey with our true passions.
Glossarium
- Fluidity: The ability to flow or adapt without rigidity.
- Impermanence: The state of being temporary or transient.
- Guiding Stars: Reference points that provide direction without binding us.
- Waves of Time: The unpredictable and ever-changing nature of life.
“Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.”
– Buddha
Waves of intent ripple through time,
Guiding our journey, a whimsical rhyme.
Goals may tether, bind us to the past,
But intents liberate, their magic vast.
In each fleeting moment, we’re reborn anew,
Embracing the dance, to our passions we stay true.
What insights and whimsiwords arise from our collective consciousness, fellow explorer of the cosmos?
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