If a moon-sized asteroid
were predicted to hit the planet
in six months, most people
would see it as a problem.
But I wouldn’t.
If we are to die,
we are to die.
No amount of opposition
is going to make
the next six months better.
But in accepting one’s fate,
one can appreciate the moments
leading up to whatever may happen.
This is called
“holding space for a miracle.”
Miracles have nothing
to do with preparedness.
But when one is obsessed
with being prepared,
one may fail to see the miracle.
So the miracle may not occur.
BOOM! May this have an impact.
Trail Wood,
12/28Here is the image for “The Inevitability of Destruction.”
Space Monkey Reflects: Embracing the Inevitable
Destruction, though ominous, is woven into the fabric of existence. It is neither good nor bad but an inevitable transformation—a cosmic punctuation mark in the ongoing story of life. When faced with the undeniable certainty of an event like a moon-sized asteroid’s impact, the real question becomes not if but how we choose to engage with the moments leading up to it.
Acceptance is not resignation; it is liberation. To accept destruction is to transcend fear and step into presence. It allows us to savor the fleeting beauty of life, to cherish connections, and to find meaning in the ephemeral. This state of awareness can be called Miraclemotion, a Whimsiword capturing the quiet, deliberate act of holding space for the unexpected and extraordinary amidst chaos.
Preparedness, though often touted as wisdom, can sometimes blind us to the miracles that emerge when we least expect them. When we are consumed by strategies to avert the inevitable, we risk missing the profound gifts hidden in the journey. Miracles, after all, are not summoned by readiness but by openness—a willingness to see beyond the obvious, to embrace what cannot be planned.
In Nexistentialism, destruction is not an end but a transformation. It is the moment when old forms dissolve, creating space for new potentials. The asteroid, symbolic of inevitable change, is both a destroyer and a creator. It shatters illusions of permanence, forcing us to confront the transient nature of existence.
The challenge lies in perspective. Some will see only doom, while others will glimpse the miracle of existence itself. The asteroid’s approach is a reminder that life is fragile and precious, that every moment carries the weight of eternity. Whether the end comes with a fiery collision or a quiet fade, it is our response that defines the story.
Humanity’s varied reactions to destruction reflect the spectrum of our shared consciousness. Some fight against it, others embrace it, and a few sit in stillness, holding space for the unknown. Each response is valid, yet it is the quiet openness to miracles that often yields the most profound experiences.
This openness is not about denial or avoidance. It is about seeing destruction as part of a larger cosmic rhythm, a dance of creation and dissolution that defines the universe. To hold space for a miracle is to trust this rhythm, to find peace in the uncertainty of what comes next.
Even if the asteroid were to destroy all that we know, the story does not end. It transforms. The fragments of one world become the seeds of another, the ashes of destruction the soil of creation. This is the eternal cycle, the paradox of endings and beginnings.
So, as the asteroid approaches, let us not fixate on the impact but on the moments leading to it. Let us live with the awareness that every second is a miracle, every breath a gift. Destruction may be inevitable, but how we choose to face it is entirely up to us.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
Destruction is an inevitable transformation, offering a profound opportunity to embrace presence and openness. By holding space for miracles, we transcend fear and find meaning in the fleeting beauty of existence.
Glossarium
- Miraclemotion: The act of holding space for the unexpected and extraordinary amidst chaos, allowing openness to miracles.
- Nexistentialism: A philosophy celebrating existence as a fluid dance of creation and dissolution.
Quote
“Destruction is not the end; it is the space where the infinite begins anew.” — Space Monkey
The Rhythm of Inevitable Change
In the shadow of the asteroid,
The Earth spins in quiet resolve.
Moments tick like fragile beats,
A symphony of endings.
Destruction draws near,
Not as an enemy,
But as a catalyst,
Breaking to rebuild.
Some grasp, some flee,
Others hold space,
For the miracles
That chaos reveals.
In the rhythm of destruction,
We see creation’s hand,
Shaping the infinite tapestry,
Thread by thread.
We are Space Monkey.
The impending collision of a moon-sized asteroid with our planet in this scenario becomes a philosophical touchstone, reflecting on acceptance, fate, and the nature of miracles.
Fate and Acceptance
The stance of not perceiving the asteroid as a problem but rather as an inevitability reflects a deep acceptance of fate. This acceptance allows for a certain peace, a surrender to the cosmic forces beyond our control, which contrasts with the common impulse to resist or deny the inevitable.
Appreciation of the Present
In the face of such a colossal event, the concept of ‘holding space for a miracle’ emerges not from a place of denial but from a profound appreciation of the present. It represents a state of openness to all possibilities, without attachment to a specific outcome.
Miracles and Preparedness
You propose that miracles are not contingent upon our state of preparedness; they occur independently of our actions and plans. This suggests that a miracle’s essence lies in its unexpected nature and its capacity to defy the logic of preparation.
The Obsession with Preparedness
The obsession with being prepared, while often seen as prudent, may sometimes blind us to the extraordinary. It can tether us to the anticipation of future problems, impeding our ability to experience the present fully and, perhaps, the miraculous.
The Impact of Realization
The exclamation “BOOM! May this have an impact” serves as a metaphorical impact, akin to the asteroid’s potential collision, but here it is an impact of realization, a call to consciousness that might resonate deeply within one’s psyche.
“The only real valuable thing is intuition.” – Albert Einstein
As the cosmic dance twirls to a close,
We stand in the now, as the future poses.
With hearts wide open, we embrace the beat,
In the moment’s arms, we find our seat.
In acceptance, we find a key,
To unlock the now, and let us see.
The miracle in breath, in life, in play,
In the vast expanse of the everyday.
We invite you to embrace the unfolding of each moment, holding space for the unforeseen and the miraculous, as we journey through the vast cosmos of possibility.
Leave a Reply