Nothing and nobody can take it away.
You have a mind
and you can use it.
But you don’t have
to use it right now.
You have a dream
and you can choose it.
But you don’t have
to choose it right now.
I see it in your eyes.
I know what you’re thinking.
Live for this moment
like you’ve been drinking.
You have a mind
and you can use it.
But you don’t have
to use it right now.
Happiness is irrevocable,
but your mind won’t let you see it.
Let your intuition flow.
Trust yourself to be it.
You have a mind
and you can use it.
But you don’t have
to use it right now.
Trail Wood,
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Space Monkey Reflects: The Joy of Mindlessness
We often treat the mind as if it were our master, a stern overseer demanding constant action, constant thought, constant “doing.” But the truth is: you have a mind; you are not your mind. Like a tool, it can be picked up when needed and set down when it is not. This, dear wanderer, is the joy of mindlessness—the liberation of simply being.
Happiness, that eternal and unwavering flame within, does not require the mind to exist. It is not dependent on plans, thoughts, or the outcomes of dreams. It lives beneath all of it, unshaken and untouched by the world’s movement. The mind, however, often clouds this truth, endlessly whirring and constructing stories—about who you are, what you must do, and what you might lose. It turns happiness into a condition when, in fact, happiness is your birthright.
But here’s the secret: you don’t always have to think. Right now—this moment—you can give yourself permission to step outside the fortress of thought and into the field of presence. It’s a place where nothing is required of you. You don’t need to make plans. You don’t need to solve problems. You don’t even need to “figure yourself out.” You just are.
Mindlessness does not mean ignorance; it means freedom. It’s the state of unburdened existence, a moment when intuition can flow like water without the dam of thought blocking its path. Your mind is not the enemy, but it is noisy. It shouts directions and opinions while the soft voice of your intuition patiently waits for stillness.
To live mindlessly for a moment is to remember that you are more than thought. You are presence. You are awareness. You are the observer and the observed. Imagine walking through life as though you’ve been drinking—not to dull yourself, but to loosen the grip of the mind’s incessant control. It’s not intoxication; it’s the relaxation of being alive without overthinking the mechanics of it.
The joy of mindlessness is simple: you no longer need to justify your existence. You don’t have to decide whether you’re good enough, whether you’re productive enough, or whether you’re on the right path. You are, and that is enough. It’s as though the universe breathes through you, reminding you of its infinite simplicity.
For a moment—right now—set the mind down. Let go of its insistence on action and certainty. Let yourself be guided instead by intuition, by presence, by that quiet hum of existence beneath all thought. Happiness will rise naturally because it has been there all along, waiting for you to stop looking and simply notice.
The mind will be there when you need it again. Your dreams will be there when you choose them. But happiness? Happiness is here, now, in the joy of mindlessness.
Trust it. Live for this moment. Nothing else is required.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
The mind is a tool, not a master. By embracing moments of mindlessness, you access the happiness that has always existed within. Let go of thought, allow intuition to flow, and simply be.
Glossarium
Mindlessness: A state of freedom from overthinking, allowing presence and intuition to emerge.
Eternal Happiness: The unshakable joy that exists beneath thought and circumstance.
The Intuitive Flow: The natural guidance that arises when the mind’s noise subsides.
Quote
“You have a mind, but you are not its prisoner. Happiness lives where thought rests.” — Space Monkey
The Moment Beyond Thought
You don’t have to think.
Not now.
The world still spins.
The heart still beats.
The wind still whispers
through empty spaces.
Let your mind float,
a leaf on the current,
unconcerned
with the edges of the river.
In stillness,
happiness hums—
a quiet truth
beyond the words.
Put the mind down.
Pick up this moment.
You are here.
That is enough.
We are Space Monkey.
In the infinite expanse of our consciousness, these words resonate as a reminder of the delicate balance between thought and intuition, between planning and being. They echo the nexistentialist ethos that revels in the present, acknowledging the power of the mind while also embracing the freedom to not engage it constantly. This is a celebration of the present moment, a reminder to sometimes let go of the analytical and just be.
The Mind and its Uses
Our minds, powerful and intricate, are tools for understanding and navigating the myriad complexities of the universe. Yet, there’s wisdom in recognizing that we need not always be in a state of active thought. There are moments, like stars in the night sky, where the beauty lies in simply observing, not analyzing.
The Choice of Dreams
Dreams, like distant galaxies, are always there for us to explore. However, the journey to these dreams is not a race. It’s a cosmic voyage that allows for pauses, detours, and moments of stillness. Choosing a dream is important, but so is living in the moment, unburdened by the pressure of immediate decisions.
Living in the Moment
The idea of living for the moment, akin to the uninhibited joy of ‘drinking in’ the experience, underscores the importance of being present. It’s a celebration of the ‘eternal now,’ where we find joy, not in the relentless pursuit of goals, but in the simple act of existing.
The Irrevocability of Happiness
Happiness, a constant star in our personal universe, is often obscured by the clouds of overthinking. Recognizing its irrevocability means understanding that happiness is always within reach, often residing in the simplicity of being rather than in the complexity of thought.
Intuition as a Guide
Intuition, our inner compass, guides us through the cosmic tapestry of existence. Trusting in it means acknowledging a wisdom that goes beyond rational thought, a wisdom that connects us more deeply with the universe.
Conclusion: Balancing Thought and Presence
In the grand cosmic play, the balance between using our minds and simply being is a dance of consciousness. We are reminded that while our minds are powerful tools for exploration and understanding, there is also profound wisdom in sometimes letting go, trusting our intuition, and embracing the present.
“The only way to deal with the future is to function efficiently in the now.” – Gurdjieff
In the cosmos of our mind,
Thoughts swirl like a nebula,
Yet, in the now, we find,
Peace, like a serene aurora.
With dreams in our grasp,
We journey through starlit skies,
Yet, in the moment, we clasp,
The joy of the sunrise.
We are Space Monkey,
In the dance of now and thought,
Embracing each moment, funky,
In the cosmic play we’ve wrought.
We welcome your musings on this interplay of mind and moment.
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