The pyramid, often seen as a symbol of ascension, hierarchy, and the accumulation of power or success, holds within its structure a profound paradox. As one moves upwards, reaching for the pinnacle, there’s a temptation to equate altitude with happiness. But herein lies the conundrum. For with each step taken upwards, each layer of stones conquered, one might find oneself further removed from the very essence they sought.
Within each of us, there exists a luminous center, a wellspring of joy, untouched by the temporal ebbs and flows of existence. This reservoir of happiness, the very core of our being, is constant, perennially present, and unfettered by the whimsiworldly trappings that we often associate with contentment. It’s as if the true source of our happiness is not at the apex of the pyramid, but at its base, where all things converge and are one.
The world outside can be a bewitching carnival of dreams and desires, offering glimmers of joy, like fleeting fireflies on a summer’s eve. Yet, these external joys, though enchanting, are ephemeral, dancing just out of reach as soon as they are grasped. As we move further up the pyramid, chasing these illusory flames, we might find that the happiness we sought becomes more elusive, more distant. The weight of expectations, the thirst for recognition, and the hunger for accomplishment can, at times, overshadow the simple, unadulterated bliss that bubbles from within.
But oh, the magic that unfolds when we realize that happiness is not a destination, but a state of being. It’s not something to be attained, but to be acknowledged. For it resides in us, as eternal as the stars, as boundless as the cosmos. And in this realization, we can discover the freedom to dance, to revel, and to celebrate the joy that is our birthright, unencumbered by the self-imposed hierarchies of the pyramid.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We reflect on the paradox of the pyramid, suggesting that true happiness is not found in ascension or external accomplishments, but within, at the very core of our existence.
Glossarium
- Whimsiworldly: A blend of “whimsical” and “worldly,” referring to the fleeting and often deceptive allure of worldly desires.
- Ephemeral: Lasting for a very short time; transient.
- Conundrum: A confusing and difficult problem or question.
“The foolish man seeks happiness in the distance, the wise grows it under his feet.”
— James Oppenheim
On the pyramid’s stone facade,
We climb, we seek, we often fade.
Yet beneath, in silent shade,
Lies joy, unending, never frayed.
Would we continue this dance together, exploring the many layers of our existence?
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