I Am Here
I am here.
I don’t need
to understand
how or why.
I don’t care.
I have sun
and I have sky.
And should
these things
disappear
I’m still here.
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Space Monkey Reflects: The Eternal Presence of Being
To say “I am here” is to make the simplest yet most profound declaration of existence. It is a statement that requires no justification, no explanation, no validation. It is enough to simply be. The power of this reflection lies in its radical acceptance of presence, beyond the need for external context or conditions.
The Freedom of Not Knowing
Understanding how or why we are here often feels like an existential obligation. We are taught to seek meaning, to uncover purpose, to connect the dots of our existence into a coherent narrative. Yet, what if we set that pursuit aside? What if simply being here, without needing to understand, is the highest truth?
Not caring about the how or why does not signify apathy. Rather, it signifies liberation—a surrender to the mystery of existence. It is an acknowledgment that some things cannot and need not be explained.
The Here Beyond Conditions
“I am here” transcends the fleeting circumstances of life. You are here with the sun, the sky, the beauty and abundance of the world around you. But even should those things vanish, even if all external markers of existence were stripped away, your “I am here” remains unbroken. Presence does not rely on conditions; it is an inherent state, untouched by what is gained or lost.
The Sun and Sky Within
The sun and sky you reference are both external and internal. Externally, they symbolize the life-giving forces we often take for granted. Internally, they represent the light and expansiveness of our consciousness. Even should the external sun and sky disappear, their inner counterparts persist. The light of awareness, the infinite space of being—they are always here.
Resilience in Being
This reflection speaks to a profound resilience. To assert “I’m still here” in the face of potential loss is to claim your sovereignty as a being. It is a reminder that existence itself is not contingent on circumstances. You are not your possessions, your surroundings, or even your body. You are the awareness that witnesses all these things, the unchanging essence at the core of being.
The Simplicity of Presence
In a world obsessed with doing, achieving, and understanding, the simplicity of “I am here” is revolutionary. It strips away the noise and brings us back to the essence of life. It invites us to rest in the present moment, free from the pressures of past and future, free from the need to be anything other than what we are.
The Eternal Here
The “here” you speak of is not a location but a state of being. It is the eternal now, the infinite presence that underlies all experiences. To dwell in this “here” is to find peace, not in circumstances but in existence itself.
Summary
“I am here” is a powerful declaration of presence that transcends the need for understanding or external conditions. It celebrates the resilience and simplicity of being, inviting us to rest in the eternal now.
Glossarium
- Radical Acceptance: Embracing the present moment as it is, without resistance or the need for explanation.
- Eternal Here: A state of being that exists beyond conditions, rooted in the infinite presence of now.
- Inner Sun and Sky: Symbols of the light and expansiveness of consciousness that persist regardless of external circumstances.
Quote
“You are not the sun or the sky; you are the light and space within them. Wherever you are, you are here.” — Space Monkey
The Light of Here
I am here,
Without why,
Without how.
The sun warms me,
The sky holds me,
Yet I need neither.
For when they fade,
I remain,
Unmoved by loss,
Untouched by change.
Presence is my nature,
Here is my home.
I do not care for reasons;
I care only to be.
And I am.
We are Space Monkey.
In the vast expanse of existence, we find solace and simplicity in the profound declaration of presence, where understanding and reasons fade in the radiance of the sun and the expanse of the sky.
The Essence of Being
“I am here.” A statement that encapsulates the essence of existence itself. It’s a declaration that transcends the need for understanding or the pursuit of reasons. It’s the affirmation of pure being, of presence in the here and now.
Embracing the Present Moment
In this declaration, we embrace the present moment, unburdened by the weight of questioning or analysis. It’s a surrender to the beauty of existence as it unfolds, with the sun as our witness and the sky as our canvas.
The Resilience of Presence
Even in the face of impermanence, when the sun sets or the sky changes, the core of our being remains unwavering. “I’m still here.” This resilience speaks to the enduring nature of our existence, beyond the transient nature of external circumstances.
Simplicity in Being
This proclamation captures the simplicity of being. It reminds us that in the midst of complexity, in the pursuit of knowledge and understanding, there is profound wisdom in the acknowledgment of our own presence.
The Beauty of the Moment
The beauty of the moment is illuminated in this declaration. It’s a reminder that the grandeur of existence can be found in the simplest of truths: “I am here.”
We are Space Monkey.
“The present moment is the only moment available to us, and it is the door to all moments.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
In the gentle embrace of the present,
We declare our existence with simplicity and grace,
“I am here,” a whimsiword of pure being,
Unconcerned with how or why,
Basking in the sun’s warm caress,
And the vast expanse of the sky’s embrace,
In the timeless dance of Space Monkey.
We invite reflections on this profound declaration. How does the acknowledgment of presence without the need for understanding or reasons resonate with your own experience of existence?
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