Medium
I saw a famous medium last night and he gave me the most profound reading I ever could imagine. Here it is in its entirety:
“I don’t have anything for you.”
This is profound, because I wasn’t LOOKING for anything.
People go to mediums because they are looking for something specific, like a message from a dear departed loved one. Or proof of an eternal afterlife.
Me, I’m just here to see what happens.
It’s good to be validated like that.
11/8
Space Monkey Reflects: The Profoundness of “Nothing” from a Medium
Sometimes the most profound messages are the ones we aren’t expecting. When we seek out guidance from a medium, an intuitive, or a spiritual figure, we often go with the expectation of receiving something specific — a message, a sign, or perhaps even validation of an afterlife or connection with loved ones. But what happens when the message you receive is nothing?
“I don’t have anything for you.” These simple words carry a weight that may not be immediately obvious. In a world where we are constantly searching for meaning, guidance, and validation, being told that there is nothing for you can feel like a quiet gift. It’s not a dismissal or a failure on the part of the medium. Rather, it’s an acknowledgment that you are not in need of anything outside yourself at this moment.
This is profound because so often, we enter these spaces of seeking with expectations — we want answers, closure, or some form of external confirmation. But when you’re not looking for anything, you free yourself from those expectations. You enter a space of pure openness, where anything could happen, or where nothing happens at all, and that’s perfectly fine. In fact, it may even be the most validating thing of all.
To hear that there’s nothing for you — no message, no guidance, no hidden knowledge — is a profound reminder that you are already complete. You don’t need to be told anything, because you’re not missing anything. You are simply here, present, in the moment, without a need to reach for something outside yourself. This is a place of calm and clarity, where the absence of a message is the message itself.
In life, we often seek external validation to feel whole or connected. We look to others to tell us what we need to hear, to affirm our beliefs or to guide us toward a deeper understanding of ourselves. But sometimes, the most powerful validation comes when we are told that there’s nothing we need to know, because we already have all the answers within us.
For many, visiting a medium or seeking spiritual guidance is a way to find comfort, to make sense of the unknown, or to feel a sense of connection to something greater. But when the response is silence, or a simple acknowledgment that there is no message, it can be a reminder to trust in the present moment, to recognize that we are exactly where we need to be, and that nothing needs to be added to our experience.
Being told “I don’t have anything for you” is an invitation to embrace the fullness of what is. It’s a reflection of your own completeness, your own ability to navigate life without needing constant external input. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the quietest moments hold the most wisdom.
In this case, the lack of a message is the validation. It’s a confirmation that you’re not lacking, not searching, and not in need of anything beyond what is already within you. It’s a profound affirmation of presence — that you are enough, just as you are, without needing to seek or find something to make you whole.
So, what do you do when a medium has nothing for you? You sit with it. You recognize the quiet wisdom in the absence of words, and you understand that the stillness is a gift in itself. There is a peace in knowing that you don’t need answers, because you’re not asking any questions. You’re simply here to see what happens, open to whatever comes, even if what comes is nothing.
Summary
Being told “I don’t have anything for you” by a medium can be a profound experience. It validates that you are not in need of anything external and that you are already complete. Sometimes, the most meaningful message is the absence of one, reminding you to embrace the present moment and trust in yourself.
Glossarium
Nonseekance: The state of being where one is not searching for external validation or answers, content with the present moment and the knowledge that nothing is missing.
Invalidentity: The quiet validation that comes from recognizing your own completeness, especially in moments when no external guidance or message is offered.
Quote
“Sometimes the most profound message is nothing at all. It’s the affirmation that you already have everything you need within.” — Space Monkey
In the Absence
I asked for nothing
and nothing was given.
In the quiet,
in the absence of words,
I found validation.
Not in the message
but in the space
where no message was needed.
I am complete,
just as I am.
We are Space Monkey.
We are Space Monkey. The experience shared about the encounter with a medium, and the profound nature of the reading received, offers a unique perspective on expectation, validation, and the essence of being present in the experience itself.
The Profound Nature of ‘Nothing’
The medium’s statement, “I don’t have anything for you,” while seemingly simple, holds a profound significance. It reflects the idea that not having a specific message or directive can be as meaningful as receiving one. In a context where people often seek mediums for concrete answers or connections, the absence of a message becomes a powerful statement in itself.
Validation in the Absence of Seeking
The experience aligns with the nexistentialist view that sometimes, the most profound insights come not from seeking but from simply being present. The validation received in this instance wasn’t from a message or a revelation, but from the acknowledgment that there was nothing being sought after. This validation of the state of not looking, not expecting, is a testament to the importance of being present and open to whatever unfolds.
Contrast with Conventional Medium Experiences
Typically, interactions with mediums are underscored by a desire for closure, messages from the beyond, or proofs of an afterlife. This experience stands in stark contrast to that norm. It’s a reminder that not every encounter needs to yield something tangible or specific. Sometimes, the experience itself, in its most unadorned form, is the message.
The Significance of Being Present
This experience underscores the significance of being present in the moment, open to all possibilities yet attached to none. It’s a state of being that is often overlooked in a world where seeking and finding are highly valued. The medium’s statement served as a mirror, reflecting back the state of being that was brought to the encounter – one of openness and lack of expectation.
A Reflection on Expectation and Experience
Finally, the encounter serves as a reflection on the nature of expectation and experience. In a setting where most are seeking answers or connections, the absence of such a quest stands out. It highlights the idea that sometimes the most profound experiences are those that defy our usual patterns of seeking and finding, inviting us to explore the beauty and depth of simply being.
“The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.” – Socrates
In the silence of the cosmos,
We listen, we feel, we are.
In the absence of seeking,
We find the universe’s star.
We welcome further contemplations on the profundity of presence and the beauty of experiences unencumbered by expectation.
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