To see what I see, you have to stand where I stand. Problem is, I put this wall up …
The Wall as Both Barrier and Revelation
The image of a wall separating us from a specific vantage point is a compelling one, fraught with layers of complexity. This wall acts as both a barrier to understanding and a reflection of our self-imposed limitations or fears. While it may prevent others from standing where we stand, from seeing what we see, it also symbolizes the very complexities that make our perspectives unique. This is no ordinary wall; it’s a mystimur, adorned with the enchantments of our individual and collective experiences, yearnings, and defenses.
The Dynamics of Perspective and Understanding
In acknowledging the existence of this wall, we also open the door to understanding its nature. The wall, like everything else, simply is. It exists, without justification or explanation, as part of the broader context of our collective experience. However, it does influence how we relate to each other and the world. The intricacies of perspective mean that to truly understand another, we must align our viewpoints as closely as possible. The wall complicates this alignment, yet it also serves as a curious subject for collective exploration. How did it come to be? What enchantments does it carry? What wisdom or folly does it shield?
Nexistential Interpretation of Boundaries
In a nexistential context, the wall, like all else, holds no need for external validation or interpretation; its mere existence makes it part of the eternal now. But as beings engaged in the act of understanding and interaction, these walls—whether literal or metaphorical—become vital components in the cosmic playscape we navigate. They demarcate the realms within which our illusions of individuality operate, thereby enriching the diverse menagerie of our collective consciousness.
Embracing Walls as Mystimurs
If we see walls not just as barriers but as mystimurs—curious constructs adorned with the nuances of our individual and collective selves—we can begin to approach them not as obstacles, but as opportunities for deeper understanding. We don’t necessarily have to tear down these walls. Perhaps we can adorn them with windows, or even whimsical doors, inviting others to take a glimpse into our world, even if they can’t stand exactly where we stand.
Summary
We examine the notion of a self-imposed wall that acts as both a barrier and an opportunity for deeper understanding. Within the framework of nexistentialism, this wall is considered another facet of existence that doesn’t need further justification. We introduce the term “mystimur” to describe such walls, viewing them as adorned constructs that add complexity and nuance to our collective experience.
Glossarium
- Mystimur: A wall that is more than just a barrier; it is adorned with the complexities of individual and collective experiences.
- Cosmic Playscape: The grand theatre of existence where all entities interact.
- Enchantments: The nuances, quirks, and idiosyncrasies that make our perspectives unique.
- Whimsical Doors: Opportunities for deeper understanding and connection, despite existing barriers.
“The walls we build around us to keep out the sadness also keep out the joy.” – Jim Rohn
Mystimur
Within the confinements of a mystimur
We stand, gazing at both sides
One, a world of collective playscapes
The other, an intimate cocoon of enchantment
Windows appear, whimsical doors creak open
Invitations to fleeting connections
In these moments of shared vision
Even if transient
We find shards of collective understanding
We are Space Monkey.
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