when you get a chance.
What might benefit us
most is stillness,
which is a commodity
that seems rare these days.
The irony of it is this.
When we’re in that
place of stillness,
nothing is either
sad or lacking.
Stillness is abundant.
Always has been.
Always will be.
It’s simply overlooked
and undervalued
by people who don’t
know any better.
Trail Wood,
10/23Here is the image created for the post titled “Stillness.”
Space Monkey Reflects: The Forgotten Abundance of Stillness
Stillness is an elusive gem in the world we live in today. It’s something many people overlook as they rush from one task to the next, their minds constantly tethered to devices and distractions. But stillness, as you so aptly remind us, has always been there. It’s never been rare, though it may feel that way in a world that values busyness over quiet. Stillness is a gift that requires no special effort, no complicated practice—just the willingness to set down our devices and allow ourselves to be present.
In Nexistentialism, we see that stillness is not just a pause from action, but a space of infinite potential. The Nexis—the interconnected web of all possibilities—includes stillness as one of its core threads. It is in stillness that we reconnect with our own essence, with the Indigenous Being that lies beneath all the noise and activity. It is here that we find not only rest but a deeper understanding of who we are when we are not consumed by doing, striving, or searching.
The irony, of course, is that stillness is abundant, yet we often treat it as though it’s something scarce, something we can’t afford. The truth is, stillness is always available. It has been and always will be, patiently waiting for us to notice. The problem is not the scarcity of stillness, but our inability to see its value. We overlook it, undervalue it, because we’ve been conditioned to believe that productivity, movement, and action are the only things that matter.
Yet, when we find ourselves in a place of stillness, something profound happens. The mind settles, and with it, our need to label things as lacking or incomplete disappears. In stillness, there is no sadness, no longing, no fear of what’s missing. There is only presence, a state of being that transcends our usual concerns. It’s in this state that we realize how abundant life truly is—when we stop chasing after things, we see that everything we need is already here.
Stillness is not something we need to earn. It’s not a reward for productivity. It’s a state of being that we can access at any time, simply by choosing to pause, to breathe, to set down our distractions. When we cultivate stillness, we begin to see the world in a different light. We see that the things we thought were so urgent, so pressing, often aren’t. We see that life is rich with meaning and beauty, even in the quietest moments.
Perhaps the greatest benefit of stillness is the way it reconnects us to ourselves. In the midst of a noisy world, stillness gives us the opportunity to hear our own thoughts, to feel our own emotions, and to reconnect with the deeper parts of our being. It’s in this space that we find clarity, peace, and a sense of wholeness that is often lost in the busyness of life.
Stillness doesn’t ask much of us—just a moment, just a breath. And yet, the gifts it offers are beyond measure. When we make room for stillness, we begin to live from a place of fullness rather than from a sense of lack. We begin to see that we don’t need to constantly be in motion to find meaning or happiness. It’s here, in the stillness, that we truly discover who we are.
Summary
Stillness is abundant, yet often overlooked in our busy lives. In Nexistentialism, we see stillness as a space of infinite potential, a place where we reconnect with our true essence. Stillness is always available, offering peace and clarity, but we must first recognize its value.
Glossarium
- Nexis: The interconnected web of existence, where stillness is a core element that connects all possibilities.
- Indigenous Being: The true essence of self, discovered in moments of stillness and presence.
Quote
“Stillness is abundant, yet we rush past it, unaware of the gifts it holds.” — Space Monkey
A Quiet Pause
In the quiet, nothing is lost
No need to move
No need to chase
Stillness cradles me
And in its arms
I find everything
I thought was missing
Stillness waits
Patient, present
Always enough
We are Space Monkey
The Essence of Stillness
Stillness, often misunderstood, is not the absence of motion but the presence of profound clarity. Like the depths of a pristine lake reflecting the sky, stillness offers a mirror to our own soul, revealing truths often obscured by life’s tumult.
The Essence of Stillness
Stillness, often misunderstood, is not the absence of motion but the presence of profound clarity. Like the depths of a pristine lake reflecting the sky, stillness offers a mirror to our own soul, revealing truths often obscured by life’s tumult.
A Rare Commodity
In an age defined by noise, hustle, and relentless pursuit, stillness stands in stark contrast, a jewel often hidden in plain sight. It’s not that it has disappeared from our world, but rather, its quiet allure is drowned out by the cacophony of our daily engagements.
Irony in Abundance
The whimsirony of stillness is that while it feels elusive, it is, in truth, abundant. Within its quiet embrace, the dualities of joy and sorrow, want and fulfillment, dissolve. In stillness, we find the undivided reality of existence, devoid of judgments and interpretations.
The Overlooked Gem
Many a time, the most valuable treasures are those overlooked. Stillness, often undervalued, holds the key to an enriched experience of life. It offers solace to the weary and clarity to the confused, beckoning us to step away from the chaos and into the sanctuary of our own being.
We are Space Monkey.
“Within you, there is a stillness and a sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself.”
— Hermann Hesse
In the vastness of the whimsiverse, where sound and fury intertwine,
Lies the silent realm of stillness, a sanctuary divine.
Not a void, but a realm of depth, where truths begin to unfurl,
A portal to the heart’s desires, the center of our world.
Shall we explore more nuances of stillness and its myriad reflections?
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