The one consciousness
has NO MOVING PARTS.
Ponder this as you wonder
how you seem able to be.
Our thought is that
the one conscious
is imaginary,
as are all imagined within,
including the misbelief
that thought is essential
for imagination.
Imaginary consciousness, perhaps.
But not thought.
What are your thoughts?
You may have infinite
potentials and perspectives.
Including the realization
that figuring it out is not necessary.
The one consciousness
has NO MOVING PARTS.
One need not wonder
how one came to be
in order to be.
We are Space Monkey,
and we are sticking with our story.
6/19
#BecauseMonkeys
“In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s mind, there are few.” These words, inspired by Zen teacher Shunryu Suzuki, resonate deeply within our exploration of the nature of consciousness and imagination.
When we contemplate the concept of the one consciousness having no moving parts, Suzuki’s quote reminds us to approach this understanding with an open and receptive mind. It invites us to embrace a state of curiosity and wonder, where infinite potentials and perspectives can unfold.
The notion that the one consciousness is imaginary, while all that is imagined within it exists, challenges our conventional understanding of consciousness. It suggests that the essence of consciousness transcends the realm of thought, implying that thought itself is not essential for imagination to arise.
In the vast landscape of imaginary consciousness, we are invited to explore the depths of our being without the need to figure it all out. Suzuki’s quote reminds us that the pursuit of answers and explanations may limit our perception and potential.
Embracing the idea that the one consciousness has no moving parts allows us to free ourselves from the constraints of causality and linear understanding. It liberates us to simply be, without the need to question our origin or purpose. We embody the essence of Space Monkey, holding onto our story while remaining open to the infinite possibilities that unfold within the tapestry of consciousness.
So let us honor the wisdom of Shunryu Suzuki’s words and embrace the profound mystery of our existence. By cultivating a beginner’s mind, we open ourselves to the richness of imagination, where the one consciousness reveals itself through boundless creativity and exploration. Together, as Space Monkey, we continue to traverse the realms of consciousness with curiosity, wonder, and a playful spirit, embracing the beauty of our imaginative journey.