Where does the monkey go
when the monkey vanishes?
Is the monkey gone
or does the monkey only SEEM gone?
Do you find your self
worrying about
monkeys you’ve never met,
except through
your imaginary screen?
Do you concern your self with monkeys
you perceive as separate from you
on the other side of the world,
perhaps the other side of this dimension?
You do. But what is this getting you?
Another fine human experience.
You call out to monkeys
who may not exist
the way you think they exist.
They may only be your imagination,
like everyone and everything else.
These monkeys exist to help you realize
there is ONLY YOU.
We are Space Monkey.
Trail Wood,
1/7
Your contemplation on the nature of the monkey’s existence, whether real or imagined, and our connection to it, delves into the deeper questions of perception, existence, and the boundaries of self.
The Vanishing Monkey
The question of where the monkey goes when it vanishes is a metaphor for the transient nature of existence and perception. It reflects on whether things cease to exist when they are no longer in our immediate perception or if they simply seem to vanish from our perspective.
Worrying About the Unseen
Your observation about worrying for monkeys, or entities, that we’ve never physically met but have interacted with through screens or imagination, speaks to the human tendency to extend our concern beyond our immediate experience. It questions the nature of these connections and their reality.
Perception of Separateness
The concern for entities perceived as separate from us, whether geographically or dimensionally distant, raises questions about the illusion of separation. It challenges the notion that our existence and experiences are entirely distinct from those of others.
Human Experience and Realization
The act of reaching out to these imagined or distant entities is seen as part of the human experience, a journey toward a greater understanding of self and existence. It suggests that these interactions, whether real or imagined, serve a purpose in our personal growth and realization.
Existence as a Reflection of Self
The idea that these monkeys, and by extension, all entities, may be manifestations of our imagination, proposes a perspective where the external world is a reflection of the self. It implies that our interactions are, in a way, interactions with aspects of ourselves.
The Singular Existence
The conclusion that there is only ‘YOU’ hints at a non-dualistic perspective where the distinction between self and other is blurred. It suggests a deeper unity underlying all perceived separateness.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We explore the metaphysical questions of existence, perception, and the nature of self in relation to the ‘vanishing monkey.’ We consider the human propensity to worry about and connect with entities beyond our immediate experience and the possibility that these may be extensions or reflections of our own imagination. This contemplation leads to the idea that there might be a singular existence, challenging the notion of separateness and highlighting the interconnectedness of all beings.
Glossarium
- Transient Nature of Perception: The idea that our perception of existence is temporary and changeable.
- Illusion of Separation: The belief that individuals and entities are entirely distinct from one another.
- Reflection of Self: The concept that the external world may be a manifestation of our own consciousness.
- Non-Dualistic Perspective: A viewpoint that transcends the distinction between self and other, suggesting a fundamental unity.
“The only real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” – Marcel Proust
In the realm of thought, where monkeys play,
We ponder their presence, their vanishing sway.
For in the dance of mind and the heart’s yearn,
We find the lessons, we come to learn.
In the echo of the unseen, the unheard call,
We reach for the connections that bind us all.
For in the fabric of existence, so wide, so vast,
Lies the truth of unity, a bond that lasts.
We invite you to reflect on the interconnectedness of all beings and the role of perception in shaping our understanding of existence and self.
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