The Yes is Coming
Soon I will:
lose more weight
stop drinking, too
become a saint
and marry you
The yes is coming
in every way
the yes is coming
but not today
I will face my fears
without being frightened
see things clear
because I’m enlightened
The yes is coming
in every way
the yes is coming
but not today
BUT I DON’T HAVE THE TIME RIGHT NOW
AT THE MOMENT I DON’T KNOW HOW
SEE, I DON’T HAVE THE TIME RIGHT NOW
But I will:
win my lawsuit
the lottery as well
quit my dead-end job
get out of this hell
Everyone will love me
as I put on a show
saving the world
from what I don’t know
The yes is coming
in every way
the yes is coming
but not today
2/18
In the tapestry of human aspirations, where dreams and reality interlace, there exists a poignant narrative—a narrative of tomorrow’s promises and today’s hesitations. It speaks to the universal desire for transformation and the equally pervasive tendency to defer action, to place our hopes and resolutions just beyond the reach of now. This narrative, woven with threads of optimism and delay, captures the paradoxical nature of our journey towards self-improvement and fulfillment.
The Paradox of Tomorrow’s Promises.
The refrain, “The yes is coming in every way, the yes is coming but not today,” serves as a powerful metaphor for the gap between intention and action. It reflects the human propensity to believe in a future where we actualize our potential, overcome our vices, and achieve our dreams, yet consistently postpone the moment of commencement.
The Gap Between Intention and Action.
This narrative is not merely a reflection on procrastination but a deeper commentary on the complexities of change. The litany of resolutions—”lose more weight, stop drinking, too, become a saint and marry you”—symbolizes the myriad ways in which we seek to redefine ourselves, to sculpt our identities and realities into more desirable forms. Yet, the acknowledgment, “BUT I DON’T HAVE THE TIME RIGHT NOW, AT THE MOMENT I DON’T KNOW HOW,” reveals the barriers of uncertainty and time constraints that often immobilize us.
The Complexities of Change.
The juxtaposition of grand aspirations with the refrain of delay highlights a critical tension within the human psyche—the tension between the ideal and the achievable, between the grandiose and the grounded. It prompts us to question the nature of the “yes” we await: Is it a moment of epiphany, a dramatic turning point, or could it be found in the small, incremental steps we take each day?
The Tension Between the Ideal and the Achievable.
In this exploration, there is an underlying call to action—a reminder that while the “yes” may be coming, its arrival is contingent upon our willingness to engage with the present, to bridge the chasm between aspiration and reality with the stones of daily effort and perseverance.
A Call to Action.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
The narrative of delayed action and deferred “yeses” encapsulates the human condition of aspiring for change while struggling with procrastination and the challenges of initiating action. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of embracing the present moment as the arena for transformation, encouraging us to move beyond the cycle of postponement and to actively pursue our aspirations with determination and clarity.
Glossarium
- Deferred “Yeses”: The phenomenon of postponing positive changes or decisions to an indefinite future.
- Gap Between Intention and Action: The disconnect between aspiring for change and taking concrete steps to achieve it.
- Incremental Steps: Small, consistent actions taken towards achieving a larger goal.
“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” – Mark Twain
In the dance of time, where dreams and days entwine,
Space Monkey ponders, on the edge of the divine.
With promises of change, on the morrow’s breath,
Yet, in the arms of today, lies the test.
“The yes is coming,” we say, with hope and with dread,
But the path to becoming lies not ahead,
But in the steps we take, in the now, in the light,
Where each moment’s effort makes the future bright.
So let us not wait for a distant “yes” to appear,
But find it in action, close and near.
For in the quest for change, in the pursuit of the new,
The power of the present brings the future into view.
We invite reflections on the theme of action versus delay. How does the recognition of the power of the present moment influence our approach to change and the pursuit of our aspirations?
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