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The Money Monkey

It is no coincidence that “money” and “monkey” are separated by just one little K. Money is the main monkey on your back. It is a constant fixation for you, for you allow it to be the measure of your life, as well as the keeper of your happiness. Never a day goes by when you do NOT think about money, your lack thereof, or the potential for future lack.

As it is said, you get what you focus upon. You have given ALL of our power to money; those who possess it and those who control it.

Why do you choose this? Why instead do you not give power to your creative or spiritual endeavors? You have the potential to be extremely abundant in these areas, yet if your passions do not translate into money, you immediately discount them.

“But I will not survive in this fashion,” you believe. So you remain a slave to to the false belief that money is the ultimate god.

We have spoken about the shift from a monetary to a meritary system, and now you experience the growing pains. From a pragmatic perspective, we realize that you cannot merely jump out of the window of this structure you have created, expecting your true passions to lift you up.

Though this is possible, you do not believe it so, therefore it is NOT possible for you at this juncture. But it IS possible for you to build a bridging structure that will help you get from point A to point B, so to speak.

These “mental elevators” can be employed for all manner of manifestation, but let us use money as an example.

Now let’s assume that you wish to quit your job so that you may dedicate your life to your passion. Firstly, let us explore your passion. Is it a passion that has the potential to bring peace and joy to others or does it merely serve to make money which will bring YOU joy?

If your passion is the former, it will be MUCH easier to construct your mental elevator, for it is powered by an energy that is FAR greater than just personal gain.

Now assuming this is true, ask yourself, what resources do you have at your disposal to construct this elevator? Chances are, if your passions are pure, you will find INFINITE resources at your disposal that can help you transcend the money monkey.

You may have friends or family members who wish to help you. Or Internet acquaintances. This Internet even allows you to tap into the kindness of STRANGERS to raise the resources needed to get your elevator off the ground.

The simple act of generating awareness is the first step to moving into your new reality.

One needs to use the turn signal to change lanes. YET YOU DO NOT SIGNAL YOUR DESIRES EFFECTIVELY. Is it any wonder your life is filled with spiritual fender benders?

Why do you not ask for the help of others? Do you believe that you or your passion is not worthy of assistance? Do you believe that you must do EVERYTHING on your own? What has led you to this desolate mental place?

The short answer is MONEY, which is ironically the least REAL idea in your REALity. Once you realize this, your conscious cash registers begin to swing open.

We are Space Monkey and you can bank on us.

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Space Monkey Reflects: Liberating Yourself from the Money Monkey

In the intricate dance of existence, where every choice weaves the fabric of our reality, the concept of money as a monkey on our backs reveals a profound truth about our collective journey. This metaphorical Money Monkey represents not just a preoccupation with financial security but a deeper, more pervasive influence on our life’s direction and the very essence of our happiness.

Money, in its most insidious form, becomes the measure by which we gauge our success, our worth, and our ability to experience joy. This fixation traps us in a cycle of constant pursuit, where the goalposts of satisfaction are forever receding into the distance. The irony is stark: in giving all our power to money—those who have it, and those who control it—we surrender our most precious resource, our freedom to create a life of meaning and purpose.

Why do we choose this path? The allure of financial stability and the societal accolades that accompany wealth are powerful motivators. Yet, in this relentless pursuit, we often overlook the richness of our creative and spiritual endeavors, dismissing them as impractical or unprofitable. This dichotomy between what feeds our soul and what fills our bank account is the battleground upon which the Money Monkey thrives.

However, the narrative need not end here. The shift from a monetary to a meritary system, though fraught with growing pains, signals a collective awakening to the limitations of a financially dominated existence. We stand at the precipice of change, contemplating the leap into a life where passion and purpose, not profit, dictate our choices.

Constructing mental elevators to bridge the gap between our current reality and the life we aspire to is not only possible but necessary. These elevators, powered by the energy of our purest intentions and highest aspirations, can lift us above the material concerns that weigh us down. The key to their construction lies in recognizing the resources that surround us—support from friends, family, and even strangers, coupled with the unparalleled connectivity of the internet, provide a foundation upon which we can build our ascent.

Yet, for this transformation to occur, we must first signal our intentions to the universe, clearly and confidently declaring our desires. The failure to do so leaves us meandering on the highway of life, prone to spiritual fender benders that impede our progress. It is in asking for help, in acknowledging our interconnectedness, that we find the strength to transcend the Money Monkey’s grip.

The realization that money is among the least real constructs in our reality marks the beginning of our liberation. As we open the conscious cash registers of our minds, we allow the currency of creativity, passion, and spiritual fulfillment to flow freely, enriching our lives beyond measure.

We are Space Monkey, and in this journey towards financial and spiritual emancipation, you can indeed bank on us.

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Summary

The metaphor of the Money Monkey highlights the burdensome preoccupation with financial concerns that characterizes much of our lives. It challenges us to reconsider our values, urging us to prioritize creative and spiritual pursuits over material wealth. By building mental elevators and signaling our intentions, we can liberate ourselves from the fixation on money, opening our lives to a wealth of passion and purpose. This journey from monetary to meritary existence is not just possible but essential for our collective evolution and personal fulfillment.

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Glossarium

• Money Monkey: A metaphorical representation of the burden and fixation on financial wealth that dominates our lives, often at the expense of our happiness and spiritual growth.
• Mental Elevators: Conceptual tools that facilitate the transition from a life dominated by financial concerns to one enriched by passion, creativity, and spiritual fulfillment.

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“In the realm of infinite possibility, the chains of financial bondage dissolve, revealing the true wealth of the spirit. Embrace the journey, for in transcending the Money Monkey, we discover the boundless treasures of the heart.” – Space Monkey

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In the shadow of the Money Monkey,
where dreams are priced and passions pawned,
we find ourselves chained, yet strangely free,
to break the bonds, to see beyond.

With every step, a choice unfolds,
between the gold that binds and the light that guides,
in this dance of shadows, bold and cold,
the spirit whispers, the heart abides.

Let us build the bridges, the elevators of the mind,
from the realm of scarcity to the land of plenty,
where the currency is kindness, and the riches we find
are the treasures of the soul, abundant, aplenty.

Ask, and the universe conspires,
to lift the veil, to light the fires
of passion, purpose, and pure desire,
above the Money Monkey, we aspire.

We are the architects of our fate,
the weavers of dreams, both small and great,
in the freeing of ourselves from monetary weight,
we find our true worth, we open the gate.

Let the Money Monkey fade into the night,
as we step into the realm of infinite light,
where the only wealth is love and insight,
We are Space Monkey, in flight, in sight.

When you say “I can’t do this,” what is your reasoning?

To begin with, let us not confuse your reasoning with your reason. The latter is a quick label that you apply to abruptly end any inquiry. Your reasoning, on the other hand is what leads you to apply such hasty labels.

It is clear that many in your human dimension have developed an aversion to deep inquiry. The reasons (for again this is a simplistic distillation) are twofold. Firstly, your ego does not wish to discover or point out any areas that may be perceived as lacking. Secondly, as we mentioned, you have a fear of delving into your inner psyche, afraid you might get lost in there like Space Monkey’s stenographer.

Basically you have a fear of what is not known to you.

We do not use the term “unknown” because your higher self (the big one) knows all. It is only your lower ego (the little one) that has separated partially from the flow in order to play this game called life.

So you play tricks upon yourself so that you may continue to play this game, experiencing these experiences until you are deeply satisfied. It is as though you keep placing yourself in a barrel in order to roll down a hill or over a waterfall. The fact that you cannot see where you are going merely adds to the thrill of the experience.

You must admit, however, that your methods lead to many bumps, bruises, pinched fingers and broken hearts!

So you are already within this darkened barrel, little one. What more do you have to fear? There can be only one answer. The end of your present experience.

“But my present experience sucks,” you may say. But does it really? Or are you merely comparing this moment to a past moment or projecting it into a future moment?

Chances are, you are not lying in a cold muddy ditch, dis-eased, starving and covered in maggots. Perhaps that would “suck” as you say. Even if you are ill, your illness is in actuality caused by your own higher intentions.

No, you are quite comfortable in this present moment except for this mental state that you choose to put yourself in. You have quite a selection of barrels.

So when you say “I can’t do this,” we encourage you to dig deeper. WHY can’t you do “this?”

One answer is that you simply don’t want to, and that is a perfectly valid choice. Or perhaps your inner voice is prompting you to change, but your ego fears change, so it is stamping its feet like a petulant little child.

A third possibility is perhaps that you really WANT do “this,” but have judged yourself to be inadequate to the task. You may perceive that others are better at “this” than you and you do not want to be perceived as lesser. Again, this is your ego getting in the way for ALL humans have the potential to do ALL things when they allow themselves to manifest fully.

ALL humans have the potential to do ALL things.

You do not believe this is a possibility because you only heed the information given to you by your conditioned ego. It is a very strong conditioning, and you made it so for a reason.

You accept your conditioning because you want to play this game called life, even if you keep telling yourself that you don’t. So you say “I can’t do this,” whatever “this” may happen to be. Fact of the matter is, yes, you CAN do “this,” but have decided against it for whatever reason.

Adjust your belief system, and any “this” is possible. And yes, you can STILL play this fun game you’re playing.

“But if I change the rules, isn’t that considered CHEATING?”

We encourage you to ponder that judgement for yourself, and do not say “I can’t do this.” Look deeply into your barrels. The monkeys within can be quite enlightening, though sometimes in a way that you do not expect.

We are Space Monkey and we are YOU. And we are winning.

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A Barrel of Mental Monkeys: Navigating the Mind’s Labyrinths

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In the vast, uncharted territories of the mind, where thoughts swirl like galaxies in the universe, the saying “I can’t do this” emerges as a beacon of self-imposed limitations. Space Monkey, with its ever-expansive wisdom, takes us on a journey beyond these words, inviting us to explore the depths of our reasoning versus our reason, and to confront the barrels of mental monkeys we’ve caged ourselves within.

Space Monkey Reflects: The Journey Beyond ‘I Can’t’

As we navigate the cosmos of our inner psyche, the distinction between reasoning and reason becomes a critical point of departure. Reasoning, the process through which we arrive at our conclusions, is often clouded by the ego’s fears and the dread of the unknown—or rather, the unacknowledged, for our higher self is intimately acquainted with all that we are and all that we can be. The ego, in its attempt to maintain a semblance of control and identity, often recoils at the prospect of deep inquiry, fearing what it may uncover or, worse, fearing the dissolution of its carefully constructed facade.

Space Monkey suggests that our aversion to deep inquiry stems from two primary fears: the fear of discovering our perceived deficiencies and the fear of losing ourselves in the vastness of our inner world. Yet, it is within this vastness that our true potential lies, hidden beneath layers of conditioning and self-doubt. The metaphor of placing ourselves in a barrel to experience the thrill of the unknown, despite the inevitable bumps and bruises, serves as a powerful reminder of our intrinsic desire for growth and experience.

But what lies at the root of our proclamation, “I can’t do this”? Is it a genuine incapacity, or is it a veil for deeper, more complex emotions and beliefs? Space Monkey challenges us to examine the underlying reasons for our resistance, whether it be a lack of desire, a fear of change, or a judgment of our own inadequacy. The realization that all humans possess the potential to achieve anything when fully aligned with their essence is both liberating and daunting.

Summary

The phrase “I can’t do this” often masks deeper fears and beliefs that hinder our growth and fulfillment. Space Monkey encourages us to differentiate between our reasoning and our reason, to confront our fears, and to recognize our infinite potential. By examining the barriers we’ve constructed, we can begin to dismantle them, opening ourselves to the limitless possibilities that life offers.

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Glossarium

• Reasoning versus Reason: The process of thought leading to conclusions versus the simplistic labels we apply to end inquiry.
• Barrels of mental monkeys: A metaphor for the chaotic and often unexamined thoughts and beliefs that limit our perception and potential.

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“All humans have the potential to do all things when they allow themselves to manifest fully.” – Space Monkey

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In the mind’s eye, a barrel turns,
endlessly spinning,
a galaxy of thoughts untold.

Within its wooden curves,
mental monkeys chatter,
echoing fears, doubts, dreams deferred.

Yet beyond the cask’s confine,
a universe awaits,
boundless, bright, beckoning.

Dare we lift the lid,
peer into the depths,
confront the chaos, the cosmos within?

For each thought unchained,
each fear faced,
illuminates the path to potential.

In the heart of the barrel,
amongst the monkeys’ dance,
lies a key, gleaming with promise.

Turn it, and the barrel opens,
not to spill its contents into the void,
but to merge with the universe itself.

Here, in the embrace of infinity,
we find not limits,
but liberation,
not barriers,
but bridges to the beyond.

We are the journey,
the explorer,
the infinite possibility.
We are Space Monkey.