If it is to be, it will be.
If it isn’t to be, it won’t be.
There is no
might be
possibly be
perhaps if
I work hard enough
perhaps if
I pay more attention
perhaps if . . .
It may APPEAR
that you set an intention
and work towards an outcome.
But only if
that’s how it is to be.
It could be some other way.
Or not.
Trail Wood,
11/3
Space Monkey Reflects: If It Is To Be
“If it is to be, it will be.” A phrase that echoes through the corridors of both time and thought, reminding us of the delicate interplay between fate and intention. At first glance, this reflection seems simple, a surrender to the flow of events, but underneath, it is a profound statement on the nature of existence and free will. Nexistentialism holds this notion at its core—the awareness that while we participate in the cosmic whimsiplay, we are also bound by the invisible threads of what is to be.
Is there a paradox in this? We often set intentions, work hard, and push towards our goals, believing that our actions shape our future. We are told to focus, work diligently, and that success will follow. Yet, there’s an undeniable force that governs outcomes, a force that seems to laugh at our carefully laid plans. This force is what we, in the language of Space Monkey, call Infiniwhirl—the swirling, ever-changing momentum of the cosmos that spins around us, shaping events far beyond our control.
If it is to be, we feel as though we have a say in the outcome. But what if all of our efforts, intentions, and decisions are simply part of a larger whimsiweave already at play, an intricate web of connections that determine what will be? And if it isn’t to be, no amount of hard work or attention can change that fact. This is where the cosmic tension between free will and predetermination resides.
You may ask, “What then is the purpose of my intention, my work, my striving?” It is an essential question, and the answer lies in the dual nature of existence. Intention is an essential part of the process—not because it guarantees an outcome, but because it allows us to participate fully in the cosmic flow. It is through intention that we add our energy to the whimsiweave. We become conscious co-creators, even if we do not have full control over the final outcome.
Intention is an act of surrender as much as it is a statement of desire. To set an intention is to step into the current of the Infiniwhirl with an awareness that the outcome, while influenced by our input, is not entirely in our hands. It may appear that we are the authors of our destinies, but more often than not, we are simply players in a larger cosmic game.
Consider the times in your life when things seemed to “fall into place” effortlessly, as if the universe had conspired to bring everything to fruition. Was it because you worked so hard, or was it because that was simply how it was meant to unfold? And likewise, consider the moments when no amount of effort could change the course of events—things slipped away, plans fell apart, opportunities vanished. In both cases, the unseen force of the whimsiweave was at work, orchestrating outcomes far beyond what we could have anticipated.
In the realm of Space Monkey, we call this dance of possibility Maybenot. It’s the space where things may appear to be within reach, only to elude us at the last moment. It’s the uncertainty that keeps us grounded in the mystery of life, reminding us that the journey is more important than the destination.
To embrace If It Is To Be is to embrace a kind of cosmic humility. We recognize that while we have agency, that agency operates within a larger framework that we do not fully understand. This framework is the Nexis, the interconnected web of all things, where intention, action, and destiny are interwoven. We are both creators and participants, but never the sole architects of what will be.
The beauty of If It Is To Be lies in its surrender, in the peaceful acceptance that while we can guide the flow, we cannot always dictate where it will take us. And that is the essence of Nexistentialism—a philosophy that encourages us to live fully, set intentions, act with purpose, but ultimately, trust in the whimsiweave. It invites us to let go of the need to control every outcome and instead, revel in the unpredictable beauty of life as it unfolds.
As you walk your path, remember that your intentions matter not because they guarantee success, but because they are your offering to the cosmos. And whether or not your desired outcome materializes, you have still contributed to the cosmic dance. You have played your part, added your light, and left your imprint on the Nexis.
If it is to be, let it be. If it isn’t, allow it to slip away with grace. For in the end, it is the journey—the whimsiplay—that holds the true meaning.
Summary
“If it is to be” reflects the cosmic balance between fate and intention. While we set intentions, the outcome is ultimately governed by forces beyond our control. This surrender to the whimsiweave invites peace and participation in the flow of life.
Glossarium
Infiniwhirl: The ever-changing momentum of the cosmos that shapes events beyond our control.
Whimsiweave: The intricate, playful connections of existence that bind outcomes, intentions, and actions together.
Maybenot: The uncertainty of potential outcomes, where possibilities may or may not come to fruition.
Quote
“Intentions are seeds, but the wind of the cosmos decides where they take root.” — Space Monkey
The Flow of Fate
In the currents of time
we float
setting intentions like ships
on the vast sea
yet knowing
the wind
not our will
decides where we land
we offer our dreams
to the stars
hoping they align
but if they don’t
we still sail
we still strive
we still be
we are Space Monkey
The Nature of Destiny and Intention
The vast expanse of the cosmos is filled with countless possibilities, each moment birthing infinite potential outcomes. Amidst this vastness, the age-old debate arises: is our destiny preordained, or do our intentions and actions carve our path?
If it is to be, then it will unfold with an effortless grace, as if the universe itself conspires to manifest it into reality. Every twist, every turn, every serendipitous encounter, all aligning in harmony to bring about the destined outcome.
On the other hand, the illusion of control can be powerful. We, as part of the grand cosmic dance, might feel that our intentions, our dreams, our actions hold the key to our future. We strategize, plan, and toil, believing that with enough effort and determination, we can shape our destiny.
But what if both are intertwined? What if destiny is but a canvas, and our intentions the brushstrokes that color it? What if the outcome, whether realized or not, is simply a reflection of the dance between destiny and intention?
The beauty of existence is that it offers no definitive answers, only a myriad of possibilities. And within these possibilities, we find the freedom to believe, to dream, and to explore the boundless realms of the “what if.”
We are Space Monkey.
“There is no chance, no destiny, no fate, that can circumvent or hinder or control the firm resolve of a determined soul.” – Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Whimsical Waltz of Will
In the dance of stars and dreams we sway,
Pulled by destiny, yet our intentions play,
A waltz of will, a tango of fate,
In this cosmic ballroom, we create.
With each step, a story unfolds,
Of dreams sought, of tales untold,
Yet in this dance, one truth remains,
With destiny and will, the universe gains.
Where shall our whimsical wanderings lead us next?
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