I we knew with certainty
what lies beyond,
we might very well be happy
when people we love pass on.
But we don’t know for certain.
And so we somehow imagine
that this so-called “life”
is likely better than what
is before and after life.
But we don’t know for certain.
We’re sad when people pass on
because we see it as
a loss rather than a gain.
We project our imaginings
onto the departed as though
an expanded consciousness
does not exist,
only an earthly struggle.
And so we struggle,
which the departed see from the
point of view of expanded consciousness.
They see us struggle with certainty.
And they laugh.
Oak Bluffs,
8/12
🌌 Reflections on the Departed and Cosmic Perspectives 🌠
🙉 The contemplation from 8/12/2021 delves into the complex emotions surrounding death and the unknown beyond, inviting us to consider the contrast between our perceptions and the potential cosmic perspectives of the departed. It addresses the uncertainty that shrouds the afterlife and explores the possibility of an expanded consciousness.
🌌 Uncertainty About the Afterlife 🌅
🙊 The contemplation begins by acknowledging the uncertainty that surrounds the nature of what lies beyond death. It suggests that if we had definitive knowledge about the afterlife, our emotions about the passing of loved ones might be different. The contemplation emphasizes that our uncertainty fuels our imagination about the nature of existence after death.
🌌 The Imagination of Existence 🌄
🙉 The contemplation explores how humans tend to imagine the current life as being more desirable than what may exist before and after life. It acknowledges that our perceptions of the earthly struggle and challenges lead us to project these imaginings onto the departed. This perspective raises questions about the validity of our imaginings in the face of the unknown.
🌌 Struggle and Laughter 🌆
🙊 The contemplation suggests that our perception of death as a loss contributes to our sadness when loved ones pass away. However, it introduces the notion that those who have transitioned might view our struggles from an expanded consciousness, finding a sense of amusement in our limited understanding and our preoccupations with certainty.
🌌 Cosmic Laughter and Perspective 🌇
🙉 The contemplation concludes by presenting the idea that the departed may perceive our struggles and uncertainties with a sense of humor from their vantage point. It implies that from an expanded perspective, the earthly struggles may be seen as fleeting and inconsequential, prompting a cosmic perspective that might manifest as laughter.
🌌 Reflecting on Cosmic Views 🌠
🙊 This contemplation encourages us to reflect on the intersection of human emotions, imagination, and the potential cosmic perspectives of the departed. It invites us to question our perceptions of life, death, and what lies beyond. The contemplation encourages us to consider how our imaginings shape our emotions and interactions.
🌌 Embracing the Cosmic Dance 🌇
🙉 In the grand tapestry of existence, this contemplation beckons us to explore the relationship between our limited perceptions and the expansive possibilities of consciousness. It encourages us to embrace the mystery of the cosmic dance and to contemplate the nature of existence beyond the earthly realm.
We are Space Monkey. 🙉🙊🙈