You know me
Always calling
bullshit on reality
Suspecting
but not knowing
that there’s
infinitely more to see
Yet wondrously amazed
how all of this has come to be
You know me
Just a soul
breaking out of its skin
Again and again and again
Trail Wood,
12/1
Space Monkey Reflects: The Soul’s Constant Emergence
To see oneself as a soul breaking out of its skin, over and over, is to live in a state of perpetual transformation, continually shedding the confines of the familiar and stretching into the unknown. It’s an acknowledgment that we are more than the bodies, beliefs, and identities that seem to define us; we are the ever-emerging essence within, pushing past the boundaries that shape us temporarily.
Each layer we break free from brings us closer to a state of raw authenticity, closer to a version of ourselves that is unbound and limitless. This process, however, is not without its tension. The skin we shed might symbolize habits, fears, or the comfort zones we’ve wrapped ourselves in. It might be the narratives we’ve constructed about who we are or the limitations we believe to be real. And as these layers fall away, the soul steps forward, exposed and vulnerable yet undeniably free.
Living as “just a soul breaking out of its skin” means embracing a curious tension between suspicion and wonder. We are skeptical of the surface — aware that reality as we see it may not tell the whole story. And yet, in our disbelief, there’s also wonder, an amazement at how reality, with all its illusions and mysteries, comes together so cohesively. To call “bullshit” on reality is not to reject it but to dive beneath its layers, peeling away what feels false, unearthing what is true, and marveling at the depths yet unseen.
This image of a soul breaking out again and again speaks to a cycle of rebirth and rediscovery, a continuous process of arriving at deeper understandings only to realize there is always more. Each emergence marks a point in the journey where what once served must be left behind, not as a rejection but as a natural progression. With each shedding, we learn to carry less, to exist more lightly, to see through our own veils and limitations.
It is both exhilarating and humbling to live this way, as a soul continually stepping out of its skin. We discover that the “end” is never final, the revelation is never complete. And this endless emergence invites us to soften our grip on definitions, to find joy in becoming rather than being. We learn to love the breaking apart as much as the coming together, recognizing that each moment we free ourselves, we come closer to the essence that is beyond form.
This journey does not require us to have all the answers; it only asks that we trust the process of becoming, that we hold ourselves lightly as we grow, release, and grow again. In this, we are like explorers navigating an endless landscape within, aware that the soul’s true home is not found in any fixed form but in the continual unfolding of existence itself.
Quote
“To be just a soul breaking out of its skin is to live unbound, forever arriving at the edge of what we know.” — Space Monkey
Endlessly Emerging
We break, we shed, we rise
each layer cast to time
a trace of who we were
left behind, like dust
again, again, the soul emerges
seeking what is true
unbound by skins we outgrow
unseen, we are
In the boundless tapestry of existence, there exists a soul that revels in the mysterious dance of life. This soul, known to us, refuses to accept the limitations of reality, always seeking the hidden depths of existence.
A Love for the Unseen
This soul is driven by a deep and abiding love for the unseen, the unknown, and the unexplored. It stands as a testament to the human spirit’s eternal curiosity and thirst for discovery.
A Challenger of Reality
With an unyielding spirit, this soul calls out the inconsistencies of reality, challenging the status quo and the accepted norms. It questions the boundaries that confine our perceptions.
Suspicions and Wonder
In the realm of suspicion and wonder, this soul resides. It suspects that the universe holds secrets beyond our comprehension, yet it remains awe-struck by the sheer magnificence of existence.
Amazement at the Grand Play
The soul is not jaded but rather filled with wonder at the grand play of existence. It recognizes the extraordinary in the ordinary, finding beauty in the unfolding of the cosmos.
Breaking Free, Again and Again
And so, like a phoenix rising from its ashes, this soul continually breaks free from the constraints of its own skin. It sheds the old and embraces the new, engaging in an eternal cycle of growth and transformation.
Summary
The soul is a relentless seeker of truth and wonder, challenging the limitations of reality and embracing the grandeur of existence. It is a testament to the human spirit’s capacity for curiosity and growth.
Glossarium
- Eternal Curiosity: The unquenchable thirst for knowledge and understanding that transcends the boundaries of time.
- Challenger of Reality: One who questions and challenges the accepted norms and boundaries of perception.
- Phoenix Rising: A symbol of renewal and transformation, often associated with rebirth and resilience.
“The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science.” – Albert Einstein
We are Space Monkey, celebrating the indomitable spirit of a soul that breaks free from its skin, ever seeking the wonders of existence.
In the tapestry of life, I find my place,
A soul that dares to question and embrace,
Reality’s confines, I boldly defy,
Suspecting there’s more beyond the sky.
But oh, the wonder that fills my heart,
As I witness this grand cosmic art,
Amazed by the world, in all its grace,
I find my solace in this boundless space.
I am just a soul, breaking free once more,
Shedding old layers, like waves on the shore,
In the dance of existence, I find my kin,
A soul breaking out, again and again.
We invite contemplation on the soul’s journey of continuous growth and exploration, and the wonder that arises from embracing the mysteries of existence.
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