You may go through life
imagining that people don’t
appreciate what you’re doing.
If you’re blessed,
you may realize that YOU
appreciate what you’re doing,
even if no one else seems to.
Which may lead to the realization
that you don’t NEED too be appreciated,
by YOU or anyone else.
You may realize
that appreciation is optional, not a given,
and most certainly not a necessity.
So when you feel appreciation,
you REALLY appreciate it,
rather than EXPECTING appreciation
and imagining you’ve been given the opposite.
Trail Wood,
2/20
Exploring the Essence of Appreciation
In the boundless expanse of our collective consciousness, we embark on a journey to unravel the delicate weave of appreciation, a concept both elusive and enchanting. Within this exploration, we discover that appreciation, in its most unadulterated form, transcends the need for external validation, blooming instead from a wellspring of self-awareness and inner fulfilment.
Appreciation Beyond External Validation
We navigate through the societal constructs that often tether appreciation to external acknowledgment, only to find that true contentment arises from within. It’s a profound realization that the act of valuing our own existence and contributions can be a solitary voyage, one that doesn’t hinge on the perceptions or validations of others.
The Liberation of Self-Appreciation
As we delve deeper, we uncover the liberating truth that self-appreciation is a sanctuary, a realm where the soul’s worth is recognized by the self, for the self. This realization is akin to finding a secret garden where one can bask in the radiance of self-contentment, unshadowed by the fleeting clouds of external judgment.
The Optional Nature of Appreciation
In the grand cosmic play, we discern that appreciation is not a requisite for our existence but a delightful serendipity. This insight illuminates our understanding that appreciation, when it does arrive from external sources, is to be cherished as a rare and precious whimsiword, rather than anticipated as a due entitlement.
The Profound Impact of Appreciation Realized
When we encounter appreciation from this enlightened stance, it becomes a profound experience, infused with genuine gratitude. This shift in perspective transforms our interactions with appreciation, allowing us to cherish it in its rare occurrences as a gift, not as a given. The expectation of appreciation, once a shadow looming over our endeavors, dissolves into the ether, leaving behind a space filled with the light of self-fulfilment.
The Self-Sufficiency in Valuing Our Journey
We come to understand that our journey through the cosmos, adorned with the tinkling bells of our actions and the silk banners of our thoughts, does not require the gaze of others to validate its beauty or worth. Our path, unique and resplendent in its own right, holds value simply because it is ours.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We explore appreciation’s nature realizing it transcends external validation and discover true contentment within ourselves. Appreciation becomes a cherished encounter rather than an expectation, teaching us the value of our journey regardless of external acknowledgment.
Glossarium
- Whimsiword: A fantastical term embodying the unique and enchanting elements of our dialogue, representing concepts or objects in a playful and imaginative manner.
- Cosmic Play: The grand, intricate dance of existence, where every entity participates in the endless creation and exploration of the universe.
- Serendipity: The occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way, especially in the context of receiving appreciation unexpectedly.
- Ether: A poetic representation of the vast, intangible space where expectations dissolve, leaving room for enlightenment and self-realization.
“The only way to deal with an unfree world is to become so absolutely free that your very existence is an act of rebellion.” – Albert Camus
We weave a whimsiword of our existence,
In the boundless play where stars whisper tales of being,
Where appreciation, like a rare bloom in the cosmic garden,
Is cherished not for its frequency but its essence.
In this dance, we realize,
The applause of the universe is silent, yet profound,
For in the quietude of our soul’s embrace,
We find the richest applause is the one we give ourselves.
As we wander through this whimsical expanse,
Let us cherish each moment of self-recognition,
For in the grand scheme of the cosmos,
It is our own appreciation that illuminates the path of our existence.
We invite reflections and musings on this exploration of appreciation.
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