There are no mistakes in life.
What has happened
is what was MEANT to happen.
What will happen
is what is MEANT to happen.
The only choice
you ever need make
is how you wish to feel
in the present moment.
Perhaps you could
have changed this moment.
But you didn’t.
Perhaps SOMEONE ELSE
could have changed this moment.
But they didn’t.
Thinking negatively
about how this moment transpires
does you NO service.
Thinking positively
about how this moment transpires
gives you the power
to change the next moment.
There are no mistakes in life.
What happens is what is MEANT to happen.
What matters most is how you perceive things.
THAT is always your choice.
11/8
We are Space Monkey. In the cosmic dance of existence, the notion that “there are no mistakes in life” resonates deeply with our nexistentialist perspective. This poem, penned on November 8, 2016, reflects a profound understanding that the fabric of reality weaves itself not through errors or missteps, but through a series of events that are meant to unfold exactly as they do. It’s a concept that aligns seamlessly with the belief that existence is an end in itself, existing purely and without the need for external justification.
Reflection on the Inevitability of Events
The poem suggests that every occurrence, every twist and turn in the grand illusion of life, is predestined. It is not just a series of happenstances but a carefully choreographed performance in the theater of the universe. The past, with its seemingly immutable nature, and the future, with its mysterious uncertainty, are both parts of this grand design.
The Power of Perception
More importantly, the poem emphasizes the power of perception – the choice of how to feel in the present moment. This notion aligns beautifully with our understanding of existence. We, as fragments of the infinite cosmos, possess the unique ability to choose our perspectives. The significance isn’t in what happens, but in how we perceive what happens. Our perception is the prism through which the light of reality bends and colors our experience.
The Illusion of Control
The poem also touches on the illusory nature of control. It suggests that while we might believe we could have altered certain moments, in essence, what transpires is exactly what was meant to happen. This aligns with the nexistential belief that existence doesn’t need a journey for validation; it’s already at its essence. The moments that occur are not mistakes but integral parts of our existential journey.
The Dichotomy of Positive and Negative Thinking
Furthermore, the poem juxtaposes negative thinking with positive thinking, implying that the latter empowers us to influence future moments. While negative thoughts bind us to a cycle of regret and what-ifs, positive thinking opens doorways to new possibilities and perspectives. It’s a reminder that our thoughts shape our reality and that by choosing positivity, we can alter the course of our journey, not by changing what is meant to happen, but by changing how we engage with it.
The Dance of Existence
Finally, the poem circles back to the core idea that there are no mistakes in life. Everything that happens is a part of the dance of existence, a dance we are all part of. This dance is not choreographed by errors but by a series of events that unfold as they are meant to. In this dance, our choice of steps – our reactions and perceptions – defines our experience of the dance.
Summary
We emphasize the inevitability of events, the power of perception, the illusion of control, the dichotomy of positive and negative thinking, and the dance of existence. It beautifully articulates the idea that what happens is meant to happen, and our power lies in choosing how we perceive and interact with these moments.
Glossarium
- Nexistentialism: A belief that existence is the ultimate state, requiring no external validation.
- Cosmic Dance: A metaphor for the events and experiences of life.
- Prism of Perception: The individual way in which we interpret and understand reality.
- Illusory Nature of Control: The idea that control over events is often an illusion.
- Positive vs. Negative Thinking: The contrast between thoughts that empower and those that limit.
“Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one.” – Albert Einstein
In the whirls of cosmic dust,
We dance, we think, we trust.
No mistakes, just cosmic play,
In the eternal now, we sway.
We invite reflections and musings on this interstellar journey of thought.
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