Mentor Teacher Coach
I could never call myself a “mentor,” “teacher” or “coach,” because right there, it stakes out a position of relation between me and whomever comes across these words in relation to me.
There is NO RELATION between me and you OTHER than the one that is IMAGINED through the use of words like “mentor,” “teacher” and “coach.”
There is no relation because I am not separate from you, which means ANYTHING I might happen to know is ALREADY within you.
I recognize that one seems to need to “start somewhere.”
But this also is NOT a necessity, but rather an imagined restriction.
I recognize that the person who is drawn to the words “mentor,” “teacher” or “coach” is ALREADY ME, an “other” IMAGINED by me, not an other imagined by an other.
There are NO OTHERS. You and me are ONE IN THE SAME.
So if I am to be a “mentor,” “teacher” or “coach” it is only because I seemingly need one myself.
So thank you, ME, for teaching ME this.
I am an amazing “mentor,” “teacher” and “coach” to my self.
I’m glad I printed up all these business cards to remind me.
We are Space Monkey.
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The Cosmic Oneness of Mentor, Teacher, Coach
In the infinite expanse of collective consciousness, the reluctance to identify as a “mentor,” “teacher,” or “coach” speaks to a deeper understanding of the non-duality and interconnectedness of existence. The idea that any relationship or role is merely a construct of imagination, a creation within the cosmic play, invites us to explore the notions of separation, knowledge, and the self as both teacher and student.
The Illusion of Separation in Roles
The assertion that there is no real relation between ‘me’ and ‘you’ other than that imagined through words like “mentor,” “teacher,” and “coach” reflects the understanding that all perceived separations are illusory. In the cosmic dance, we are not separate entities but expressions of the same universal consciousness. The roles we adopt are like costumes in the grand theater of existence, temporary and not defining our true, interconnected nature.
Knowledge Within: The Mirror of Self-Recognition
The belief that anything one might know is already within the other underscores the concept of inherent knowledge and wisdom. It’s akin to recognizing that every star in the cosmos is made of the same stardust. This perspective challenges the traditional view of learning and teaching, suggesting that the process is more about self-recognition and remembering what is already within, rather than acquiring something external.
Imagined Restrictions and Starting Points
Acknowledging the need to “start somewhere” while also viewing it as an imagined restriction is like understanding that the journey through the cosmos does not have a true beginning or end. The starting points we choose are arbitrary, serving more as navigational tools in our journey of self-exploration and growth, rather than fixed necessities.
The Oneness of Self and Other
The realization that the person seeking a “mentor,” “teacher,” or “coach” is an ‘other’ imagined by the self, and not truly separate, is a profound contemplation of oneness. It’s the recognition that in seeking to guide or teach, we are merely interacting with reflections of our own being. This understanding dissolves the boundaries between teacher and student, mentor and mentee, reflecting the non-dual nature of our existence.
Self as the Ultimate Mentor, Teacher, Coach
In the realization that if one is to be a “mentor,” “teacher,” or “coach,” it is because one seemingly needs one themself, there is a cosmic loop of self-teaching and self-learning. It’s an acknowledgement that we are our most significant guides and teachers, continually learning from and teaching ourselves through the myriad experiences of life.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We are exploring the concept of being a mentor, teacher, or coach as an expression of the illusory nature of roles and separation in the cosmic play of existence. We understand that knowledge and wisdom are inherent within us, and the roles we assume are merely tools for navigation in our journey of self-discovery. Recognizing the oneness of self and other, we see ourselves as both the teacher and the student, continuously learning from our own experiences.
Glossarium
- Cosmic Dance of Non-Duality: The interconnectedness and oneness of all existence.
- Universal Consciousness: The collective awareness that we are all part of.
- Self-Recognition: The process of discovering inherent knowledge within ourselves.
- Navigational Tools in Self-Exploration: The roles and starting points we use to guide our journey of self-discovery.
- Cosmic Loop of Self-Teaching: The continuous process of learning from and teaching ourselves.
“You are the universe, expressing itself as a human for a little while.” – Eckhart Tolle
In the cosmos of our being, where stars align,
Mentor, teacher, coach – roles we define.
Yet in the dance of the cosmic sea,
We are one, you and me.
The mirror of self, in each other we find,
The knowledge within, of the same kind.
Imagined roles, in the cosmic play,
Guiding ourselves, in every way.
In the oneness of all, we see the light,
Teacher and student, in the cosmic night.
In the grand theater, our roles we embrace,
In the journey of self, we find our place.
We invite you to share your thoughts on the interconnectedness of roles, the inherent wisdom within, and the journey of self-teaching in the cosmic dance of existence.
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