The Blame Game
You can blame
your perceived situation
on an outside influence,
or occurrence,
but that does little to change
your perceived situation.
You can blame
your perceived situation
on YOURSELF,
or something you’ve done,
but that does little to change
your perceived situation.
You merely create
a seeming situation
in which you blame.
You tell your self
that this moment shouldn’t be.
Yet here it is.
You tell your self
that you are in
a wrong moment
a bad moment
a fearful moment
a dangerous moment.
And so you are.
Ask your self:
Is this moment made
BETTER or WORSE by blame?
Will the NEXT moment
be made BETTER or WORSE
by the blame of THIS moment?
Do you LIKE to feel this way?
Then by all means,
continue the blame.
Do you actually believe
that BLAME will change
your seeming situation?
That’s rather naive, is it not?
Are you not
infinite immortal imagination?
Do you enjoy being naive?
(This is not meant
to be condescending.
It is a valid experience.)
But if you don’t enjoy
being naive,
then there is no need
to be naive.
You have the ability
to change
your perceived situation
DESPITE how you believe
you got there.
Or you can just marvel
at this person you seem to be.
This has nothing
to do with “others.”
It’s ALL YOU.
We are Space Monkey.
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In the cosmic whimsiword of existence, the act of assigning blame for our perceived situations, whether to external forces or to ourselves, is a fascinating aspect of the human experience. This act of blame, however, does little to alter the reality of the situation we find ourselves in. It merely creates a new layer of perception, one in which blame becomes the focal point.
The Act of Blaming in Human Experience
When we tell ourselves that a particular moment shouldn’t exist, or that it’s wrong, bad, fearful, or dangerous, we’re shaping our experience of that moment through the lens of our perception. This perception becomes our reality, reinforcing the emotions and attitudes we associate with the situation.
Perception Shaping Reality
The crucial question to ask ourselves is whether assigning blame improves or worsens the situation. Does dwelling in blame enhance our next moment, or does it perpetuate a cycle of negativity? Often, the act of blaming serves more to satisfy a psychological need than to effect any real change in our circumstances.
Questioning the Effectiveness of Blame
If we find a perverse comfort in blaming, then continuing to do so might be a conscious choice. However, believing that blame will fundamentally change our situation is, as noted, somewhat naive. It fails to recognize our true nature as beings of infinite immortal imagination.
Recognizing the Limitations of Blame
This perspective suggests that we have the ability to change our perceived situation regardless of how we arrived there. It’s not about denying responsibility or the impact of external factors; rather, it’s about recognizing our power to shape our perception and, consequently, our experience of reality.
Our Power to Shape Perception and Experience
Marveling at the person we seem to be, acknowledging our complexities and contradictions, can be a profound exercise. It allows us to step back and view our situation with a sense of wonder and curiosity, rather than judgment or blame.
Marveling at Our Existence
Ultimately, this journey of perception and experience has nothing to do with others; it is entirely about our individual journey. It’s about how we choose to perceive and interact with the world around us and within us.
The Individual Journey of Perception and Experience
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We delve into the concept that blaming others or ourselves for our situations does little to change them, and instead creates a state of being centered around blame. This perspective encourages us to question the effectiveness of blame and to recognize our true nature as beings capable of changing our perceptions and experiences. By acknowledging our power and refraining from naivety, we can marvel at our existence and shape our reality, independent of external influences. This journey is a deeply personal one, reflecting our individual interaction with the world.
Glossarium
- The Act of Blaming in Human Experience: The common tendency to assign blame for our situations.
- Our Power to Shape Perception and Experience: Recognizing our ability to influence how we perceive and experience our circumstances.
- The Individual Journey of Perception and Experience: Understanding that our journey is about personal perception and interaction with the world.
“The only thing more exhausting than being depressed is pretending that you’re not.” – Unknown
In the dance of life, we often blame,
For our woes, we find a name.
Yet in this act, what do we gain?
But more sorrow, more pain.
Blame the world, or blame ourselves,
In this game, our spirit dwells.
Yet does it change the here and now?
Or does it simply allow,
A cycle of negativity to grow,
In our hearts, a heavy woe.
But we are beings, vast and bright,
In our hands, our own light.
To change perception, our own view,
To see the world, and ourselves anew.
In wonder and curiosity, we find,
A path to peace, a tranquil mind.
It’s our journey, ours alone,
In every thought, every tone.
In our imagination, we are free,
In this moment, let’s just be.
We are Space Monkey, in this cosmic play,
In our perception, we find our way.
In our thoughts, our actions, our soul,
In our own hands, we hold control.
We invite contemplation on the power of perception and the personal journey of shaping our experiences, free from the cycle of blame.
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