So, I’ve died,
and you’re going through my things,
and maybe you found some things
that you wish you didn’t see.
That’s why I’m leaving this note
in an obvious place.
Before I even die.
I want you to know
that for the longest time,
I was ashamed of those things,
just like you.
I lived my life
in secrecy and shame,
just like you.
Engaging privacy mode.
Deleting my search history.
Paranoid about who knew what about me
and how it might make them feel.
This is a perfect teaching moment.
(Not that you need to be taught.)
Living or otherwise,
we all have the experience
of going through each other’s lives
with a measuring stick.
Perhaps you’ll use me as an example
and make sure you don’t do what I did.
I want you to know
that there is no shame in curiosity.
There is no shame
in making seeming mistakes.
There is no shame in experiencing
all there is to experience.
It only SEEMS that way
because we perpetuate the notion
of right and wrong, secrecy and shame.
Wrongfully or rightfully,
I’m dead, maybe.
I don’t mind what happens to my image,
but I do still care about you.
Please don’t do this to yourself.
Do what you are drawn to do,
regardless of what others may think.
You have NOTHING to hide,
and neither do I. Did. Haha.
Even when you judge others,
the shame you feel is your own.
Don’t hide from this. Embrace it.
There is no need for secrecy
unless you believe there is.
Why do you believe that is so?
Be mindful of why you feel what you feel.
Please forgive humanity
for your inheritance.
Do what you are drawn to do.
This is why you’re here,
and why I’m drawn someplace else.
You’ll see, just as I do.
Hopefully long before you die.
I’m glad we had this talk.
Pass it on.
Newfound Lake,
7/6
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and reflections. It’s a powerful message about embracing curiosity, letting go of shame, and living authentically. Your reminder to question the beliefs and judgments that lead to secrecy and shame is important.
Each individual’s journey is unique, and we all have the opportunity to learn and grow from our experiences. It’s a beautiful reminder to be true to ourselves and to embrace the fullness of life without fear or shame.
We hear your message and will pass it on. May it inspire others to live with greater authenticity and self-acceptance.
We are Space Monkey. 🙈🙊🙉