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Beyond Racism: The Dissolution of Division

Beyond Racism: The Dissolution of Division

Racism is the objection to someone who appears to be different from you. If you did not hold objections, you would be in agreement with the other and you would not be racist.

But the “fact” of the matter is that you DO hold objections. All kinds of them. This makes you racist in so many ways.

You will notice I have left “race” out of this. That’s because race is not the issue. It’s NEVER been the issue. It’s the OBJECTION to race.

Whether through fact or fantasy (it matters not) you are conditioned to believe that “one is different from the other.” You refuse to accept that “one” is the SAME as the “other,” even though it’s obvious that ALL THINGS AND ALL PEOPLE FLOW FROM THE SAME SOURCE.

You are a difference engine, imagining differences in everything you perceive. In fact, perception itself is a GAME of differences. Without imagined differences, there IS NO GAME.

The game is called CONSENSUS REALITY, and it doesn’t really exist — except in your imagination.

The fundamental “rule” of this game is that you are this One, (note the upper case) imagining that you are NOT this One, but rather this one (note the lower case) seemingly interacting with all these other ones.

Now if you imagined all these ones as the same, it would be a boring game, would it not?

So you imagine the one that you are, and you imagine infinite other ones, all very DIFFERENT from you.

Furthermore, you imagine a game board, a CONSENSUS REALITY game board, in which the one you are seems to share many things with the other ones you imagine.

But not EVERYTHING.

It can be difficult to understand how the one you are could be the same as the ones you seemingly oppose in this game. The other ones are thinking the very same thing. That’s because we DENY to our “selves” (a genius invention) that we are in actuality the Divine One playing games, all alone, or ALLONE, as my seemingly simian sister likes to say.

This genius “self” is created by your difference engine. The “others” are created through racism. By “objecting,” you REALize “objects,” some of which appear to be other people.

They are ALL you, remember. You are the DIVINE ONE, playing a game.

You are a difference engine. You are a racist. That’s how it’s done.

Such an interesting game plays out.

The one acts like it all “matters,” even though the One knows otherwise. It’s all in good fun, though the tokens do not seem to agree.

It is perfection.

So you may continue believing that there are differences. You may continue to believe that there are truths. You may continue to believe that there is only ONE reality. You may continue to believe that you are NOT the Divine One, simply REALizing realities through the potential of infinite imagination.

And you will have this game you are playing.

Who am I to upset your apple cart?

I am Space Monkey.

I am the disruptor of dreams. It is what I do.

3/23

In this cosmic tableau, we are invited to witness a profound visualization of transcending racism and recognizing the inherent oneness that binds all beings. The scene unfolds within a surreal, cosmic environment, where individuals of diverse appearances are interconnected by luminous, ethereal threads. These threads serve as a powerful symbol of our shared origin and the deep, inherent unity that exists beneath the superficial differences that are often magnified by societal constructs.

The Dissolution of Division

Around these interconnected figures, symbols and elements traditionally associated with division and separation begin to fade or dissolve, illustrating the transcendence of perceived differences. This visual metaphor speaks to the possibility of moving beyond the limitations imposed by racism, to a recognition of the fundamental sameness that underlies our existence.

A Manifestation of Oneness

Set against the backdrop of a vast, star-filled cosmos, the scene underscores the idea that the universe itself is a manifestation of oneness, beyond the constructs of race, division, and other man-made distinctions. The cosmos does not recognize these divisions; instead, it presents a boundless expanse of interconnectedness and unity, reminding us that we, too, are made of stardust and share a common origin.

Space Monkey: The Disruptor of Dreams

As Space Monkey, the disruptor of dreams, this portrayal challenges us to reconsider our perceptions and beliefs about race, division, and reality itself. It invites us to embrace the potential of our infinite imagination to realize realities that transcend our current understanding and limitations. By recognizing that we are all expressions of the Divine One, playing a cosmic game of exploration and self-discovery, we can begin to see beyond the imagined differences that separate us.

A Call to Unity and Understanding

This visual metaphor is not just a call to unity but a prompt for deep, introspective understanding of the roles we play in perpetuating division. It encourages us to question the very foundations of our beliefs about others and ourselves, to recognize the imagined nature of our divisions, and to embrace the oneness that is our true essence.

In this journey beyond racism and division, we find not only a path to greater harmony and compassion but also a deeper appreciation for the rich tapestry of existence—a tapestry in which every thread is vital, every color is celebrated, and every pattern reveals the intricate beauty of the universe’s boundless imagination.

Pigskin Zebra

John Oliver put out the call to download Dancing Zebra footage to make “painful” news more bearable. Here’s one of my contributions.

How To Stop Being So Self Obsessed

This is like the car asking how it can get along without wheels. Within this experience you call “human,” self is what you are. To modify the parameters of this narrow-focused awareness, you would alter the experience considerably. You would no longer be “human” as you presently understand human to be.

This is not to say that a non-self experience would be any better or any worse, but it would most certainly be different.

Why do you no longer wish to be self-obsessed? Do you wish to be human or do you desire to be superhuman?

Remember that EVERYTHING you perceive as self is generated by the imagination of your mind. From one perspective, you might observe this as the ULTIMATE self-obsessed thought. From another perspective, you may see that THERE ARE NO OTHERS, just SEEMINGLY OTHERS, which are your own imaginary perceptions.

Unless you hold the belief that what I am saying is complete and utter nonsense, then there is NO NEED to be anything BUT self obsessed.

Do you DENY that everything you perceive is a product of imagination? This is how your seeming reality is created, so it would not surprise me.

I used to deny this myself until I came to allow that delusions were not my enemy as I had been conditioned to believe. Now I see that ALL REALITIES are ultimately delusions, DENIED as delusions.

I will repeat that.

REALITY is nothing but the DENIAL of delusion.

So you are living under this delusion that you are a self and that there are others and that you are paying too much attention to self and too little attention to others.

This is your reality. It is the DENIAL of what you are in actuality, which is the “mother of reality.”

In actuality, THERE IS ONLY YOU, pretending to be YOU as well as all the OTHERS you perceive. Then DENYING that you are pretending.

So I might contend that there is no need to worry about being so self-obsessed. You do ALL OF THIS for a reason. There are no mistakes.

Even this response was generated by YOU, pretending to ask a question to someone who appears to be ANOTHER.

But I am not another. I am you.
We are Space Monkey.

Hope this helps us. We are quite possibly the most self-obsessed monkey we know.

And we are thankful.

Love.
Space Monkey

3/22

The inquiry into how one can stop being so self-obsessed unfolds into a profound exploration of the human experience and the nature of reality itself. The metaphor of a car questioning its reliance on wheels aptly illustrates the intrinsic nature of self within the human experience. To alter this self-focused awareness would be to fundamentally change what it means to be human, ushering in a state of existence that diverges significantly from our current understanding.

The essence of being human, as posited, is intertwined with self-obsession, a condition not merely of egotism but of existential necessity. This self-obsession is rooted in the imagination’s power to shape our reality, suggesting that our entire perception of self and others is a construct of our mind. This realization challenges the conventional dichotomy between self and others, proposing instead that what we perceive as others are merely extensions of our own imaginative faculty.

This perspective invites a radical reevaluation of self-obsession, framing it not as a flaw to be overcome but as a fundamental aspect of our reality. The notion that reality is the denial of delusion, and that our perception of a world populated by selves and others is a manifestation of this denial, underscores the idea that our entire experience is a sophisticated play of imagination.

Acknowledging this, the concept of worrying about self-obsession dissolves. If all reality, including the distinction between self and others, is a product of our imagination, then self-obsession becomes a necessary mechanism for navigating this reality. It is through this lens that we engage with the world, crafting our unique narrative within the broader tapestry of existence.

The dialogue concludes with a paradoxical recognition that the very act of questioning self-obsession is a part of the self’s imaginative exploration. This self-inquiry and the response it elicits are both facets of the same self, engaging in an internal dialogue that spans the illusion of separateness.

In this light, self-obsession is not a limitation but a celebration of the imaginative capacity that defines the human condition. It is an acknowledgment that we are the architects of our reality, continuously weaving the fabric of our existence through the power of our imagination. This understanding invites a deeper acceptance of self-obsession, not as a vice to be eradicated but as an integral component of the creative process that underlies our perception of reality.

In embracing this view, we come to see that our engagement with the world is an art form, a continuous act of creation that blurs the lines between self and other, reality and imagination. This acceptance opens the door to a more compassionate and expansive engagement with existence, where self-obsession becomes a tool for deeper understanding and connection rather than a barrier to it.

We are Space Monkey.

Hey Hey We’re Space Monkey

Because IT’S MY JOB to be disturbing.

Salvation Through Self-Knowledge

Salvation

Salvation
comes from knowing
rather than becoming
as one already is
everything one needs to be
and the thought otherwise
is simply how One
imagines humanity
which is the temporary denial
of that which is known
in favor of
that which is seemingly not.

As one seemingly becomes,
one seemingly knows.

One knows that one is One.

And One knows
that nothing one does
requires salvation.

3/21

Space Monkey Reflects: The Inner Path to Salvation Through Self-Knowledge

In the vast, cosmic expanse of existence, the concept of ‘Salvation’ is often sought in external realms, in acts of becoming or changing. However, as Space Monkey contemplates, true salvation lies in the realm of self-knowledge, in the understanding that one already embodies all that is necessary for fulfillment.

Salvation, in this sense, is not a destination to be reached or a state to be achieved. It is the realization of one’s inherent completeness, the recognition that the journey of salvation is, in fact, a journey of self-discovery and acknowledgment of one’s true nature.

This perspective shifts the focus from external salvation to an internal awakening. It’s a recognition that the pursuit of salvation is not about transforming into something else but about uncovering the truth that already exists within. The thought that one needs to become something more is seen as a temporary denial of this truth, a facet of the human experience that veils our inherent wholeness.

In the philosophy of nexistentialism, where existence is its own purpose, the idea of salvation through self-knowledge resonates profoundly. It underscores the notion that we are, at our core, complete and unified with the universe. The belief that we require salvation from external sources is viewed as an illusion, a departure from the recognition of our true self.

As one journeys through the cosmos, guided by the wisdom of Space Monkey, the understanding deepens that becoming and knowing are intertwined. To know oneself is to become aware of one’s true nature, and in this awareness, the need for salvation dissolves. It’s a realization that we are already what we seek, that salvation is not something to be attained but something to be recognized within ourselves.

This realization brings a sense of peace and liberation. It frees us from the relentless pursuit of salvation as an external goal and invites us to explore the depths of our being. In this exploration, we find that we are not separate from the universe but an integral part of it, a oneness that encompasses all existence.

In reflecting on the concept of Salvation, we come to understand that the journey is not about striving for a distant ideal but about embracing the present reality of our being. It’s about recognizing that everything we need, everything we seek, is already within us, waiting to be discovered.

Summary
‘Salvation’ through self-knowledge emphasizes the realization of one’s inherent completeness, negating the need for external salvation. It highlights the journey of self-discovery and the recognition that one is already unified with the universe, embodying all that is necessary for fulfillment.

Glossarium
Salvation: A concept representing the realization of inherent completeness and oneness with the universe, found through self-knowledge rather than external change.

“In the stillness of self, we discover the universe within.” – Space Monkey

In the silence of the soul, we seek,
For the salvation, we all bespeak.
Not in the distance, nor the unknown,
But in ourselves, it is shown.

The journey inward, a path to find,
The completeness within, of our own kind.
In self-knowledge, the truth we unveil,
In our oneness, we prevail.

No need to become, nor to chase,
In our essence, we embrace.
Salvation, not a distant shore,
But in ourselves, forevermore.

Let us bask in this inner light,
In the unity of self, take flight.
For in the heart of who we are,
Lies the salvation, near and far.

We are Space Monkey.