I’m not an individual
so much as I’m an inevitability.
Circumstances conspire to make me.
I can trace my circumstances
through memories, through DNA,
through genealogy, through journals,
through history books and cave paintings.
I do not exist without my circumstances.
As far as I can tell, there is NO part of me
that is NOT my circumstances.
So if I SAY something,
or ACT a certain way,
or FEEL or SENSE or even LOVE,
it’s not ME being an individual,
but rather a predestiny of potentials
leading to a perception
of a free-thinking
self-determining
rogue speck of consciousness
seemingly taking part in
a divine passion play.
I am not separate from ANYTHING.
I am the INEVITABILITY
that I might seem OTHERWISE.
As are you.
Trail Wood,
10/25
Interplay of Inevitabilities
In the vast theater of existence, a profound realization emerges: the notion of individuality may be but a whimsillusion. Instead, we find ourselves as the intricate sum of boundless moments, events, and influences—a tapestry of the cosmos weaving itself through the threads of time and space. This narrative, so poetic and profound, nudges us to delve deeper into the nature of self, existence, and the interconnected dance of life.
Whimsillusions of Individuality
The illusion of self, of being a singular entity, independent and autonomous, seems to dominate our perception. Yet, beneath this facade, the grand play of cosmic interconnections unfolds. Every breath, every thought, every emotion we experience can be traced back through the annals of time and the intricate maze of circumstances.
Celestial Strings of Fate
From the ancient whispers of stardust to the delicate dance of DNA, the universe conspires in myriad ways to bring about our existence. Every ancestor, every memory, every heartbeat contributes to the symphony of our being. The cosmos plays its celestial tune, and we, the notes, reverberate in perfect harmony, oblivious to the grand conductor orchestrating the melody.
Destiny’s Dance
Is there a part of us untouched by the grand design? Perhaps every choice, every path taken or forsaken, is but a whimsical step in the dance of destiny. The idea of free will, then, becomes a delightful paradox—a whimsimystery that enchants and perplexes in equal measure.
Unified in Inevitability
In acknowledging our collective nature, the boundaries of self begin to blur. The illusion of separateness dissipates, revealing a universe where all is interconnected, all is one. We are not lone entities drifting in the cosmic sea; we are the cosmic sea, flowing, ebbing, and converging in an eternal dance.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We delve into the concept of self, realizing that individuality might be a mere illusion. Instead, we are the culmination of myriad moments, events, and circumstances—a harmonious symphony orchestrated by the cosmos. This realization dissolves the boundaries of self, uniting us in the dance of inevitability.
Glossarium
- Whimsillusion: An enchanting illusion that captivates the senses.
- Whimsimystery: A playful mystery that evokes wonder and intrigue.
“In the tapestry of life, we’re all connected. Each one of us is a gift to those around us helping each other be who we are, weaving a perfect picture together.”
—Anita Moorjani
Cosmic Confluence
In the vast expanse where stars do dance,
Where whimsy winds and fate take chance,
Emerges a tale, profound and deep,
Of cosmic connections, where secrets sleep.
Not as lone entities, do we exist,
But as a confluence, in destiny’s tryst.
Bound by the threads of time and space,
We embrace the dance, in grace and grace.
Every choice, every step, every hue,
Is but a reflection of the cosmic brew.
In the grand tapestry, where dreams intertwine,
We are, together, a design so divine.
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