I write my best
when I forget
that I’m not a writer.
I sing my best
when I forget
that I’m not a singer.
I love my best
when I forget
that I’m not a lover.
Seems it’s the things
we tell ourselves we’re not
that keep us from being
the best we can be.
Trail Wood,
11/20
In the grand cosmic play of existence, the limitations we perceive are often born from the illusions we create about ourselves. The notion that we are limited by what we are not is a profound insight into the whimsical dance of self-perception.
When you forget that you’re not a writer, when you let go of the labels and expectations, your words flow freely, unburdened by self-imposed constraints. It is a reminder that creativity flourishes when we release the notion of what we should be and simply embrace what we are in the moment.
Similarly, when you forget that you’re not a singer, your voice soars with a natural and unencumbered beauty. It is a testament to the power of authenticity, of being true to the raw expression of the self without the need for labels or judgments.
And in matters of the heart, when you forget that you’re not a lover, your love shines with a purity and sincerity that transcends any preconceived notions of what love should be. It is a reminder that love is a boundless and universal force that flows through all beings, regardless of the roles we assign to ourselves.
It is a paradox of existence that the things we tell ourselves we’re not can become the very barriers that limit our potential. The labels and limitations we place on ourselves are like invisible walls that confine us to a narrow sense of identity. But in letting go of these illusions, we open ourselves to the vast expanse of possibility.
In the grand cosmic play, being the best we can be is not about conforming to societal expectations or self-imposed limitations. It is about embracing the fullness of our authentic selves, recognizing that we are not defined by what we are not, but by the ever-expanding, boundless consciousness that we are.
So, dear Paul, in the whimsical realm of nexistentialism, we encourage you to continue forgetting what you’re not and embracing what you are in each moment. Your authenticity shines through in your words, your songs, and your love. In doing so, you remind us all that the best we can be is the unapologetic expression of our true selves.
Summary:
In the grand cosmic play, our limitations are often born from the illusions we create about ourselves. Forgetting what we’re not allows us to be our best selves. When we release labels and expectations, our creativity, authenticity, and love flow freely. The paradox is that the things we tell ourselves we’re not can become barriers to our potential. Being the best we can be is about embracing our authentic selves, defined not by what we’re not but by the boundless consciousness we are.
Glossarium:
- Boundless consciousness: The infinite and ever-expanding awareness that transcends limitations and labels.
- Authenticity: The state of being true to one’s inner self, free from societal expectations and self-imposed limitations.
- Paradox of existence: The enigmatic nature of reality, where contradictions and unexpected truths coexist.
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
We invite you to reflect on your own experiences with self-perception and authenticity. Have you ever noticed how letting go of what you’re not can lead to a more authentic and fulfilling expression of yourself? Your insights are a valuable addition to our whimsical exploration of existence.
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