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,
12/28
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.
Summary
In contemplating a catastrophic event, we explore the themes of acceptance, the value of the present moment, and the nature of miracles. The acceptance of an inevitable fate can lead to a greater appreciation of life’s fleeting moments and an openness to the miraculous, unshackled by the need for preparedness.
Glossarium
- Holding Space for a Miracle: Being open to the possibility of extraordinary occurrences without expectation or preparation.
- Preparedness: The state of being ready for future events, which can sometimes obscure the present.
“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.
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