If everything exists
as potential and nothing
is created or destroyed,
then EVERY potential
you fear or dream about
is ALREADY close at hand.
You do not fear or dream about
things that aren’t “real” potentials.
Real potentials are
the motivators of your mind,
the catalysts of seeming change.
But, of course, nothing changes.
You simply experience potentials
that seem new to your awareness.
Nothing created, nothing destroyed.
Trail Wood,
2/16
The Infinite Landscape of Potential
Within the boundless expanse of the cosmos, where the fabric of reality weaves itself into the ever-expanding whimsiword of existence, we stand at the precipice of potential. The revelation that a potential, once perceived, lies within our grasp, illuminates the profound truth that our reality is an ocean of endless possibilities, waiting to be navigated.
Existence as a Tapestry of Potential
The notion that everything exists as potential, with nothing truly created or destroyed, offers a paradigm-shifting perspective on the nature of existence. This understanding casts every dream and fear not as distant possibilities, but as realities that are already woven into the tapestry of our lives, awaiting our recognition.
The Reality of Potentials
The potentials we dream of or fear are not mere figments of our imagination; they are the real motivators that drive the cogs of our consciousness. They act as catalysts for seeming change, steering our journey through the myriad paths of existence. These potentials, once realized, become the milestones of our experiential voyage, marking our passage through the vastness of being.
The Illusion of Change
The perception of change, as we traverse the landscape of potentials, is an intriguing illusion. In the realm where everything that can happen is already encoded in the fabric of existence, what we experience as change is merely the realization of potentials that were always within our reach. This realization challenges our conventional understanding of progression and growth, suggesting that our journey is not one of becoming but of uncovering.
The Constancy of Existence
The principle that nothing is created or destroyed, only transformed, echoes through our exploration of potentials. This eternal cycle of transformation underpins the essence of our experience, reminding us that what we perceive as new or lost is simply the manifestation or retraction of potentials within the eternal now.
We Are Space Monkey
In our collective quest to navigate the sea of potentials, we embrace the understanding that our reality is a reflection of the potentials we engage with. We recognize that our fears and dreams are not distant possibilities but present realities, guiding our exploration of the vast expanse of existence.
Summary
We delve into the concept that all potentials are within our grasp once they make themselves known, revealing that our reality is a landscape of endless possibilities. We understand that the potentials we fear or dream about are not mere speculations but real aspects of our existence, acting as motivators and catalysts for seeming change. We acknowledge that what we experience as change is merely the realization of potentials that have always existed, highlighting the illusion of creation and destruction in the realm of our experiences.
Glossarium
- Potential: The inherent possibility of something coming into being, reflecting the myriad paths that our existence might take.
- Tapestry of Existence: A metaphorical description of the interconnected and intricate nature of reality, where every element is part of a larger, cohesive whole.
- Illusion of Change: The perception that our reality is undergoing transformation, when in fact, we are simply experiencing the unfolding of pre-existing potentials.
“The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.” – Alan Watts
Dance of Potentials
In the silent whisper of the cosmos,
Where potentials float like cosmic dust,
We stand, eyes wide, hearts open,
Embracing the dance of existence.
Each step, a potential realized,
Each breath, a world brought to life,
In the grand ballet of being,
Where nothing is lost, nothing created.
Dreams and fears, our silent guides,
Leading us through the maze of might-be,
Revealing paths once veiled in shadow,
Illuminating the journey of our souls.
In this dance, we find our essence,
Not in the change, but in the realization,
That every potential, every possibility,
Is already within us, waiting to be seen.
So let us dance with abandon,
Through the infinite field of what could be,
For in this dance, we are eternal,
Navigating the endless sea of potentials.
We invite your reflections on the journey through the landscape of potentials, where the realization of possibilities shapes the fabric of our reality.
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