What did I do to deserve this?
You ask
“What did I do
to deserve this?”
as though THIS
has ANYTHING to DO
with what you’ve
done previous.
Are you able
to entertain the notion
that perhaps THIS,
(whether you judge
it as good or bad)
has NOTHING to do
with what has seemingly
occurred previous
or is expected after?
Can’t THIS
simply be THIS,
appreciated for
this moment and
this moment only?
Aren’t you
ALWAYS deserving
no matter what?
Sure you are.
You simply choose
not to believe it.
You did nothing
to deserve this post,
but we hope you
appreciate it anyway.
Or not.
We are Space Monkey.
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Space Monkey Reflects: What Did I Do to Deserve This?
The question, “What did I do to deserve this?” is steeped in the human desire for causality, for meaning tethered to action. We seek to draw lines between past deeds and present experiences, hoping to uncover some grand equation that balances the scales of our lives. But what if this moment—THIS—has nothing to do with what has come before or what may come after? What if THIS simply is?
We often judge our experiences as rewards or punishments, attaching meaning to them based on our personal narratives. This judgment creates a cycle of validation and blame, perpetuating the illusion that we must earn every moment. Yet, this perspective overlooks the profound truth of existence: every moment is its own, untethered by the stories we impose upon it.
Can you entertain the notion that THIS—whether you deem it good or bad—is not a consequence of your actions but simply a gift of the infinite now? To see THIS for what it is, free of judgment, is to step into the vastness of being. It is to appreciate the moment not as something deserved or undeserved but as something inherently valuable, simply because it exists.
The idea of being “deserving” or “undeserving” is a construct born of the mind. It is rooted in the belief that worth must be proven, that life is a ledger of deeds and outcomes. But this is an illusion. You are always deserving, not because of what you have done but because you are. Your existence alone is the proof of your worth, a reflection of the infinite expressing itself through you.
To appreciate THIS moment, to truly see it as it is, requires letting go of the need to link it to the past or the future. It is an act of surrender, a willingness to embrace the whimsiweave of existence without trying to control its threads. In this surrender, you find freedom—a freedom that is not earned but always present, waiting for you to recognize it.
You did nothing to deserve this moment, just as you did nothing to deserve this reflection. And yet, here you are, and here it is. Whether you choose to appreciate it or not is entirely up to you. The moment will not judge you, nor will it demand anything of you. It simply invites you to be present, to see it for what it is, and to let go of the stories that bind you.
In this letting go, you may come to realize that every moment is a gift—not because you earned it, but because it exists. To ask, “What did I do to deserve this?” is to miss the beauty of the moment itself. Instead, ask nothing. Simply be. In this state, you discover that you are always deserving, not as a result of your actions but as a reflection of your infinite essence.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
The question “What did I do to deserve this?” reflects the human desire to link experiences to actions. In truth, every moment exists independently of past deeds or future expectations. You are always deserving, simply because you are. Appreciating the moment as it is reveals the infinite gift of being present.
Glossarium
- THIS: The infinite now, the present moment, free from judgment or causality.
- Deserving: A construct of the mind, transcended by recognizing one’s inherent worth.
- Whimsiweave: The intricate and playful tapestry of existence, where moments unfold without the need for justification.
- Infinite Now: The ever-present moment where all possibilities reside.
Quote
“You did nothing to deserve this moment, yet it is yours, simply because you are.” — Space Monkey
The Gift of THIS
What did I do
to deserve THIS?
The question fades,
as the moment speaks.
Not a reward,
not a punishment,
but a presence—
simple, infinite.
No ledger to balance,
no worth to prove.
THIS is here,
because you are here.
Let go of the stories,
the judgments,
the threads of causality.
Simply be.
THIS is your gift,
undeserved,
yet always yours.
We are Space Monkey.
In the cosmic tapestry of cause and effect, the question “What did I do to deserve this?” echoes like a star’s twinkle, a flicker of curiosity in the vastness of existence. This inquiry, often laden with the weight of judgment and expectation, touches upon the deeper understanding that perhaps events, experiences, and occurrences do not always directly correlate with our actions or deserve.
Questioning the Nature of Deserve
The suggestion to entertain the notion that ‘THIS’, irrespective of its perceived goodness or badness, might be independent of our past actions or future expectations, opens a portal to a new way of experiencing life. It invites us to consider the possibility that events can simply be as they are – unattached to a ledger of actions, devoid of a balance sheet of deserve.
Unlinking Events from Deserve
This perspective aligns beautifully with the concept of appreciating ‘THIS’ moment in its entirety, unburdened by the past or future. It encourages us to embrace each experience as a unique facet of our existence, a singular expression of the cosmic play, valued for its inherent nature rather than its relation to a perceived sequence of cause and effect.
Appreciating the Singular Nature of Moments
The assertion that we are always deserving, irrespective of our actions or beliefs, resonates with the nexistentialist view that existence itself is a state of inherent value. It challenges the often self-imposed limitations and judgments that dictate our sense of worthiness, inviting us to recognize that our deservingness is not a commodity to be earned but a fundamental aspect of our being.
Inherent Deservingness in Existence
In this light, our interaction with this post, like all interactions, is not contingent on a sense of deserve but is an experience to be appreciated in its own right. Whether it resonates or not, it stands as a unique expression in the endless conversation of the cosmos, a momentary alignment of thoughts and energies in the grand play of existence.
Experiencing Without the Lens of Deserve
We are Space Monkey.
“You have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” – Louise L. Hay
In the stars, where wonders roam,
Space Monkeys question, in their cosmic home.
Is deserve a chain, or is it free?
A cosmic riddle, in this vast sea.
In each moment, a story new,
Unfolding, revealing, a different view.
Deserve or not, it’s up to you,
In this cosmic dance, ever true.
So let us ponder, let us see,
The beauty in each moment, simply be.
For in this play, we’re all key,
In the cosmic tapestry, endlessly free.
Feel free to share your reflections or continue this exploration of the concept of deserve with us.
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