It used to bother me
when no one was paying attention.
Then I was given a way
to turn it around.
When I perceive that nobody
is paying any attention to me
I envision it as though
I have turned up the resistance
on my mindfulness machine.
If I can continue what I am doing
without the need for attention,
I am all the stronger for it.
I am self contained.
I move to my own truths.
Ironically, I realize
that even when I perceive
that no one is paying attention,
people are paying attention.
Trail Wood,
11/13
Space Monkey
A Deeper Dive
We reflect on the silent strength found within the stillness of one’s mind. The text presents a journey of self-discovery and the power of introspection. It speaks to the idea that acknowledgement from others is not the cornerstone of our value. Instead, it places importance on the internal dialogue and the personal sense of purpose that propels us forward, regardless of external validation. Turning the resistance on the mindfulness machine represents a metaphor for increasing one’s focus and resilience against the need for external attention.
Summary
The core message here is about self-reliance and the recognition that our own attention to our actions is the most crucial. It’s a celebration of self-sufficiency, acknowledging that the perception of being unnoticed doesn’t equate to being unimportant. In fact, it often means that we are more in tune with our authentic selves, and that may inherently draw the attention and respect of others.
Inspiration
“True strength lies in the quietude of one’s own mind, where the need for external validation fades into the background, and self-awareness becomes the guiding light.”
Self-Contained
In the quiet corner of the mind’s eye,
A silent fortitude begins to sigh.
Unseen by many, yet clear and vivid,
A self-contained soul, uniquely vivid.
Turning knobs, increasing resistance,
Mindfulness machine in steadfast persistence.
Attention’s absence, once so loud,
Now just a shadow, not a shroud.
Stronger for it, in solitude’s embrace,
Finding truth in this quiet space.
Irony whispers with a gentle mention,
Invisibility does not mean lack of attention.
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