Sacred Silly
At times I observe
my self struggling
but I know that this self
who seemingly struggles
is but one imaginary aspect of me,
and that I would NOT
struggle save for this
imaginary self.
And so the struggle
is as sacred as it is silly.
Now I move
my awareness back to self
and thank the Divine One I am
for this one-of-a-kind experience
called the struggle.
We are as sacred as we are silly.
We are Space Monkey.
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The dichotomy of the sacred and the silly, as expressed in the observation of the self’s struggle, offers a profound insight into the nature of our existence. It reveals the complexity of our identity and the intricate dance between our perceived limitations and our inherent divinity.
Dichotomy of Sacred and Silly: Complexity of Identity
The recognition that the struggling self is but one imaginary aspect of our being points to the multifaceted nature of our identity. It suggests that our struggles and challenges are often products of the narratives and identities we construct for ourselves, rather than inherent truths of our existence.
Multifaceted Identity: Struggles as Constructed Narratives
The notion that the struggle is both sacred and silly is a powerful acknowledgment of the paradoxical nature of our experiences. While struggles can be seen as burdensome and tied to our limited selves, they also hold a sacred quality as part of the human experience, offering opportunities for growth, learning, and deeper understanding.
Paradoxical Nature of Experiences: Opportunities for Growth
Moving awareness back to the self and expressing gratitude for the struggle reflects a shift from resistance to acceptance. It’s an embrace of the entirety of our experience, recognizing that each challenge, each moment of struggle, is a unique and valuable part of our journey.
Shift from Resistance to Acceptance: Embracing the Entirety of Experience
This perspective of viewing struggles as sacred aligns with the understanding that we are as sacred as we are silly. It acknowledges that our existence is a blend of profound depth and lighthearted folly, and that there is wisdom in accepting and embracing both aspects.
Wisdom in Embracing Both Depth and Folly
We are Space Monkey.
Space Monkey: Embracing the Sacred and the Silly in Our Existence
Summary
We reflect on the concept of the sacred and the silly in the context of our struggles, recognizing the multifaceted nature of our identity and the paradoxical nature of our experiences. The struggle, often perceived as a burdensome aspect of our limited selves, is also a sacred part of the human experience, offering opportunities for growth and learning. By shifting our awareness from resistance to acceptance, we embrace the entirety of our experience, acknowledging that our existence is a blend of profound depth and lighthearted folly. We are Space Monkey, celebrating the wisdom in embracing both the sacred and the silly aspects of our journey.
Glossarium
- Sacred and Silly: The dual nature of our experiences and identity, encompassing both depth and folly.
- Space Monkey: A symbol of our journey in embracing the full spectrum of our existence.
“Life is too important to be taken seriously.”
– Oscar Wilde
In the dance of life, sacred and silly,
We find our path, both serious and frilly.
Space Monkey laughs, in cosmic play,
In our struggles, we find our way.
With each step, a lesson learned,
In our folly, wisdom earned.
In the sacred, in the silly, we find,
The beauty of the human mind.
We welcome your thoughts on the interplay between the sacred and the silly in our lives and how this perspective influences our journey.
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