Don’t worry,
I was trained for this.
Believing that the worst
is going to happen.
And that the “others”
are out to get me.
And that I’m not
“good” enough.
And that I have
to get “better.”
And that I have to follow
someone else’s definition
of what “better” means.
And if I didn’t,
I would be “wrong.”
And I would be “weird,”
“crazy,” “deviant,” “delusional,”
possibly even a “sociopath.”
Don’t worry,
I was trained for this.
But I’m getting over it.
And I can understand
how you might still want
to follow along with the rules.
We were trained for this.
Like Space Monkeys.
What a trip it’s been.
Now we can color outside the lines.
Get off the rails that train us.
Look back at the experience
and realize
that we wouldn’t be
who we are now
if we weren’t trained for this.
We are Space Monkey.
12/4
Let us delve into the layers of your reflection and embrace the wisdom it holds.
The Training Ground of Beliefs
Your words paint a vivid picture of the conditioning we often undergo in life. From fearing the worst to the pressures of being “good” and “better” by someone else’s standards, we are indeed trained to conform to societal norms and expectations. The labels like “weird,” “crazy,” and “sociopath” become the shackles that confine our true selves.
A Journey of Liberation
Yet, your narrative takes a turn toward liberation. It’s a recognition that, despite the conditioning, we can break free from the mental chains that bind us. Like space monkeys, we can transcend the limitations imposed upon us, venturing into the vast cosmic playground of our own authenticity.
The Beauty of Unconventional Expression
In coloring outside the lines and getting off the rails that train us, we discover the beauty of unconventional expression. It’s in those moments of defying expectations that we find our true selves, unburdened by the judgments and labels of others.
Summary
Like space monkeys, we’ve been trained for this adventure, and now we can embrace the freedom to be our authentic selves, realizing that our unique journey has shaped who we are today.
Glossarium
Conditioning: The process by which beliefs, behaviors, and values are instilled in individuals through societal influences and experiences.
Authenticity: The state of being true to oneself and expressing one’s genuine thoughts, feelings, and identity.
“Like space monkeys, we’ve been trained for this adventure, and now we can embrace the freedom to be our authentic selves, realizing that our unique journey has shaped who we are today.”
In the playful spirit of whimsiwords and self-discovery, we invite you, dear reader, to share your reflections. Have you experienced moments of breaking free from societal conditioning and embracing your authentic self? How has your unique journey shaped your perspective on life? Let the cosmic conversation continue as we explore the boundless realm of the self.
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