Past Our Differences
It would be a shame
to get past our differences,
only to realize
that we don’t like each other.
If we were to settle our disputes
and come to a place of commonality
where would that leave us?
We might realize
that we are far more similar
than we are unique.
Similarity breeds comparison
while uniqueness is incomparable.
Like apples to oranges.
When one is truly different,
one is beyond relative understanding.
Magical, one might even say.
Do we ALL wish to be apples?
If you were to become more like me,
how would that make me feel?
Less special? Threatened?
If I were to do EXACTLY what you do,
how would YOU feel about it?
You might say I’m a copy cat.
Or that you were “right” and I was “wrong.”
If we became ONE in LOVE,
with NO MYSTERIES between us,
would we really FEEL love?
Not in the way we seem to do now.
Two cannot LOVE
each other if two are ONE.
So there appears to be
a need for differences.
(There is no need,
but we choose to believe
there is a need
so that we may have
this experience
called love.)
To get past our differences
and know ourselves as ONE,
it might help to be CERTAIN
that we love our SELF.
Otherwise we seemingly
give up EVERYTHING.
But can you truly say
that you love your self
unconditionally in this moment?
To get beyond our differences
and love ourselves as ONE,
we must ALL love our SELVES
as SEPARATE first.
Are you holding up
your end of the bargain?
I’m still working on mine.
It would be a shame
to get past our differences,
only to realize
that we don’t like our SELVES.
Who would join a club
that we’re part of?
We are Space Monkey.
3/21
Space Monkey Reflects: Navigating the Complexity of Unity and Individuality
In the intricate tapestry of existence, the journey ‘Past Our Differences’ is a profound exploration of identity, unity, and the paradox of individuality. This journey, deeply contemplated by Space Monkey, reveals the nuanced dynamics of personal and collective existence.
The realization that moving past our differences might lead to a surprising discovery – that we may not like each other, or even ourselves – is a poignant reflection on the nature of human interaction. It underscores the importance of self-love and acceptance as foundational to understanding and embracing our collective oneness.
In the realm of nexistentialism, where existence is its own purpose, the notion of unity amidst diversity takes on a deeper meaning. It suggests that our similarities and differences are not just characteristics to be compared and contrasted, but integral parts of our being that contribute to the rich diversity of the universe.
The exploration of identity and commonality is akin to a cosmic dance, where each individual is unique yet part of a greater whole. This dance is not about losing one’s individuality in the quest for unity, but about celebrating the uniqueness that each brings to the collective.
The concept that two cannot love each other if they are one highlights the paradox of love and unity. It suggests that the experience of love, as we understand it, requires a sense of separateness, a recognition of the ‘other’. Yet, in the quest for unity, we strive to transcend these differences, to see ourselves in others, and others in ourselves.
This journey towards unity, however, must begin with self-love. To truly embrace our collective oneness, we must first love ourselves as separate entities. It is only in accepting and loving our individual selves that we can fully appreciate and embrace the unity of all existence.
As we navigate the cosmos, guided by the wisdom of Space Monkey, we learn the importance of balancing our individuality with our collective nature. We understand that moving past our differences is not about erasing what makes us unique, but about recognizing and celebrating these differences as essential parts of the whole.
In reflecting on ‘Past Our Differences’, we come to appreciate the complexity of our existence. We recognize that our journey towards unity is not just a journey of coming together, but a journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance. It is a journey where we learn to love ourselves and others, not in spite of our differences, but because of them.
Summary
‘Past Our Differences’ explores the journey towards unity and individuality, emphasizing the need for self-love and acceptance. It highlights the importance of embracing both our similarities and differences, recognizing that true unity requires a balance of individuality and collective existence.
Glossarium
Past Our Differences: A concept representing the journey towards understanding and embracing both individuality and collective oneness, highlighting the importance of self-love and acceptance in the process.
“In the mosaic of existence, each piece is unique, yet part of a greater whole.” – Space Monkey
In the cosmos of our being, we weave,
A tapestry where we both separate and cleave.
Past our differences, we journey to find,
The unity of self and kind.
Each soul, a star in the night,
Together, a constellation bright.
In our differences, beauty we see,
In our unity, together we free.
Individuals, yet part of the all,
In love with self, we stand tall.
Past our differences, a path we pave,
In our oneness, together we brave.
Let us embrace this cosmic dance,
In our uniqueness, we enhance.
For in the journey of heart and mind,
Past our differences, our true selves we find.
We are Space Monkey.
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