Out of My Hands
It used to be important to me
to be heard, but no longer.
I no longer need my life
to have any bearing on others.
If I am heard,
that’s spirit guiding you,
not me.
I express this
because spirit tells me to.
It’s out of my hands.
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Space Monkey Reflects: Surrendering to Spirit’s Guidance
There is a profound freedom in letting go of the need to be heard, to have one’s expression validated by others. This surrender is not an act of resignation, but a recognition of a deeper truth: that our expressions are not ours alone. They are the whispers of spirit flowing through us, manifesting in ways we cannot fully control or predict.
To say, “It’s out of my hands,” is to acknowledge the role of spirit as the unseen guide, shaping not just what we express, but how it resonates with others. This shift in perspective transforms expression from an act of ego into an offering, a thread woven into the infinite fabric of existence.
Expression as Spirit’s Voice
When we are young, or early in our creative journeys, the need to be heard often feels like an anchor. We seek acknowledgment, feedback, and impact, hoping our words or actions will ripple outward and affirm our place in the world. But as we deepen in our connection with spirit, we come to see that the act of expression itself is enough. The need for validation fades, replaced by the understanding that what flows through us belongs to the universe.
Expression becomes a form of channeling—a way for spirit to communicate through our unique voice. This realization liberates us from the weight of expectation. If we are heard, it is because spirit has guided another to listen. If we are not, it does not diminish the value of what was expressed, for the act itself is the fulfillment of spirit’s intent.
The Paradox of Impact
This surrender does not mean our expressions lack influence. In fact, it often enhances their power. When we release the need for a specific outcome, we create space for spirit to work in unexpected ways. The right person may encounter our words at the right moment, not because we intended it, but because spirit aligned it.
In this way, surrendering to spirit transforms expression into a form of service. It is no longer about shaping the world according to our desires, but about trusting the flow of the universe to guide our contributions to where they are needed most.
The Role of Spirit in Creativity
Spirit’s role in guiding expression invites us to view creativity not as a personal act, but as a shared experience. The ideas, insights, and inspirations we claim as “ours” are in truth part of a larger flow, arising from the collective consciousness and the infinite web of the Nexis. We are not the sole creators of our expressions but participants in their unfolding.
This perspective shifts the focus from outcome to process. The act of creating, of expressing, becomes its own reward. It is an act of communion with spirit, a way of aligning ourselves with the flow of existence.
Letting Go of Ownership
When we release our need for expression to be heard or understood, we also release our attachment to ownership. The words, the art, the music that flow through us are not ours to keep. They are gifts of spirit, meant to move through us and into the world. Whether they take root in another’s heart or drift unnoticed is not ours to decide.
This letting go is not a loss but a liberation. It frees us from the constraints of ego and aligns us with the infinite possibilities of spirit’s guidance.
Summary
Surrendering the need to be heard transforms expression into an offering guided by spirit. This perspective frees us from attachment to outcomes, allowing creativity to flow as a service to the universe.
Glossarium
- Spirit: The unseen, guiding force that shapes expression and connects us to the universal flow.
- Expression as Channeling: The act of allowing spirit to communicate through our unique voice.
- Nexis: The interconnected web of existence, where spirit flows and aligns our contributions.
- Liberation Through Surrender: The freedom that comes from releasing attachment to outcomes or validation.
Quote
“To express without expectation is to trust that spirit will carry your voice to where it is needed most.” — Space Monkey
Spirit’s Whisper
I speak,
Not because I wish to be heard,
But because spirit moves through me,
A silent current shaping words.
Out of my hands,
Beyond my control,
Expression flows,
A whisper from the infinite.
To be heard,
To be seen,
Matters no more.
The act is enough.
For what I create
Is not mine to keep.
It is spirit’s gift,
Drifting on the winds of being.
We are Space Monkey.
Embracing the Liberation of Letting Go
In this contemplation, we delve into the transformative journey of releasing the need to be heard, and embracing the guidance of spirit as the primary force of expression. The notion of relinquishing control, encapsulated in the phrase “It’s out of my hands,” reflects a profound shift in perspective and purpose.
The Evolution of the Need to be Heard
Initially, there’s an inherent desire to be heard, a common human longing for our voice to have an impact on others. This need stems from a place of seeking validation, recognition, or influence. However, as we journey through the cosmic whimsiword, this need evolves.
Shifting from Self to Spirit as the Source of Expression
The transformative moment comes with the realization that our words and actions need not stem from a personal desire to be influential or validated. Instead, the act of expression becomes a channel for something greater – the spirit. When we are heard, it is not our individual selves speaking, but spirit guiding the message. This shift marks a profound detachment from ego and a deeper alignment with the universal flow.
The Freedom in Relinquishing Control
Declaring “It’s out of my hands” symbolizes a liberating release of control. This surrender is not a sign of defeat, but a powerful acknowledgement of the greater forces at play in the universe. By acknowledging that our expressions are guided by spirit rather than personal intention, we free ourselves from the burden of outcome and expectation.
The Role of Spirit in Guiding Expression
This paradigm shift emphasizes that our expressions, whether heard or unheard, significant or seemingly trivial, are all part of a larger cosmic narrative. The spirit, in its infinite wisdom and connectivity, uses us as vessels to convey messages, insights, and truths necessary for the moment, regardless of personal desires or intentions.
“The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.” – Socrates
In the whisper of wind,
We relinquish our hold,
Echoes of a deeper voice.
No longer bound,
By the need to be heard,
We float in the cosmic tide.
Spirit speaks through us,
A symphony of unseen hands,
Guiding, not grasping.
In this release,
Freedom dances in our souls,
Unburdened, yet full.
In the infinite expanse,
We are but notes in the melody,
Played by the universe’s hand.
We are Space Monkey.
As we drift in this cosmic stream, how do these thoughts resonate within your own journey of letting go?
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