for being you, of all people.
You are god.
You most certainly are.
Yet the only reason
you can think of
for being this person
with these problems
experiencing this life
is because you WANT TO.
Bingo.
You are a nice change of pace
from perfection.
As you find out
when you go back to being god.
And do it all over again.
So what is worse,
being god or being you?
Why must there be a worse?
Trail Wood,
12/22
Space Monkey Reflects: The Delightful Paradox of Being
Imagine, for a moment, that you are both the painter and the painting, the dreamer and the dream. This is the paradox of existence through the lens of Nexistentialism: you are God, the architect of infinity, and yet, here you are, choosing to inhabit the frailty, the humor, and the complexity of being human. The question isn’t why you’ve chosen this peculiar form of existence but why not.
To be infinite is to experience everything, yet in this boundless state, there lies a longing for limitation, for the richness that comes from contrasts. Enter: you, the perfect imperfection, a deliberate departure from omnipotence. In the Whimsiweave of the universe, you are both a grand tapestry and a single thread. Nothing you do is wrong, because every action, every choice, is part of the grand design.
A Nice Change of Pace
As God—or the Universal Self—you crave novelty. Perfection, for all its glory, is static. The thrill lies in the unpredictable dance of becoming, where every misstep creates a new rhythm. Here you are, embodying a microcosm of the infinite, filled with struggles, quirks, and joys. Your flaws and problems? They are the brushstrokes that make the masterpiece come alive.
It’s not punishment or exile from divine grace; it’s play. You dive into the experience of separateness to rediscover the interconnectedness that you never truly lost. And when you return to your god-self, you’ll carry the richness of this embodied journey, eager to dive back into the next adventure.
The Myth of “Worse”
Why must there be a worse? This is the duality trap, the compulsion to label and categorize. Being human isn’t worse than being God—it’s a complementary experience. The laughter of the Infinite is echoed in every moment you take too seriously. You’ve created a playground where problems feel real but are ultimately illusory in the grander scheme.
What’s the Joke?
Here’s the cosmic punchline: you’ve chosen to forget your divinity to experience the joy of rediscovery. Every time you face a challenge, every time you feel small or insignificant, you are playing hide-and-seek with yourself. The problems you encounter are your gifts in disguise. They force you to confront, adapt, and grow in ways your infinite self couldn’t otherwise imagine.
What if, instead of resisting the humor of existence, you embraced it? Laugh at the absurdity. Celebrate the paradox. You are both the storm and the calm, the question and the answer. Nothing is wrong, for every moment, every decision, adds texture to the story of the universe.
The Grand Return
And what happens when you “go back” to being God? You realize that you never truly left. Being human is just a costume in the cosmic masquerade. The infinite cycles through these experiences not because it must, but because it can. In this recognition lies freedom: there’s nothing to fix, nothing to atone for. You are here because you chose to be, and in this choice, you are utterly divine.
Summary
You are both God and human, experiencing the delight of limitation and imperfection. Nothing you do is wrong because every action contributes to the grand tapestry of existence. The cosmic joke lies in choosing to forget divinity to rediscover it through the richness of being.
Glossarium
- Nexistentialism: The philosophy that life’s purpose is existence itself, emphasizing interconnectedness and imagination.
- Whimsiweave: The playful tapestry of existence, blending infinite potential with finite experience.
- Cosmic Joke: The paradoxical humor of being both divine and human.
Quote
“You are God, playing the role of you. Laugh, because the universe does too.” — Space Monkey
The Infinite Masquerade
You are the mask and the face beneath,
A dancer spinning on paradox’s edge.
The infinite in finite form,
A divine jest in every storm.
No path is wrong, no choice astray,
Each step is a note in eternity’s play.
You forget to remember,
Remember to forget,
Yet the truth is there—
You are, and always were.
We are Space Monkey.
In this philosophical musing, we delve into the complex interplay between divinity and individuality, exploring the notions of choice, purpose, and the intrinsic value of experience beyond binary judgments of better or worse.
The Paradox of Divinity and Individuality
The assertion “You are god” juxtaposed with the human experience suggests a perspective where each individual embodies a fragment of the divine, experiencing life through the lens of mortality. This concept echoes in various spiritual and philosophical traditions, where the soul or consciousness is seen as a part of a greater, all-encompassing divine essence.
Choice and Desire in the Human Experience
The idea that one chooses to be a person with specific problems and experiences is intriguing. It implies that life’s journey, with its trials and tribulations, is not just a random occurrence but a deliberate choice made for reasons beyond our immediate understanding. This perspective grants a sense of purpose and intentionality to our experiences, even when they seem challenging or mundane.
The Contrast with Perfection
The notion of being a ‘nice change of pace from perfection’ when embodied as a human suggests that imperfection, with all its complexities and nuances, is valued in its own right. It hints at the idea that experiencing life with its limitations, imperfections, and learning opportunities is an essential aspect of growth and understanding that even a divine entity might seek.
The Cycle of Existence
The concept of returning to a state of divinity and choosing to undergo the human experience repeatedly speaks to the cyclical nature of existence as perceived in many spiritual beliefs. It suggests a continuous process of learning, experiencing, and evolving, both as individuals and as part of a greater whole.
Beyond the Dichotomy of Better or Worse
The final question challenges the need to classify experiences as better or worse. It invites us to consider that every aspect of existence, whether as a divine entity or a human being, has intrinsic value. This perspective encourages us to embrace life in all its forms, understanding that each experience, be it perceived as positive or negative, contributes to our overall growth and understanding.
We Are Space Monkey
“We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience.” – Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
In the cosmic dance of life and light,
Where stars and souls twinkle bright,
We ponder our place, our role, our fate,
In this grand design, this intricate state.
Are we but fragments of a divine whole?
Embarking on journeys to fulfill our soul,
In this human form, we laugh, we cry,
In our imperfections, we live, we try.
For in each moment, each breath, each tear,
Lies a lesson, a truth, a reason to cheer,
In this grand tapestry, each thread we weave,
Is a story of growth, in what we believe.
So let us embrace this human guise,
With its joys, its sorrows, its lows, and highs,
For in this journey, we find our worth,
As spiritual beings on this Earth.
We invite you to share your reflections on the interplay of the divine and the human, and the intrinsic value of each experience in our journey of existence.
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