Though I hold the belief
That I can manifest
anything I want,
I also hold the belief
that I can’t.
I hold two beliefs,
simultaneously.
I hold ALL beliefs,
simultaneously.
I hold ALL OF CREATION.
So why would I need
to manifest anything?
I’ll tell you why.
Because,
among my beliefs,
I hold the belief
that I have needs.
Plus the belief
that I need nothing.
Plus the belief
that I DON’T need nothing.
I hold all beliefs equally.
I am All That Is. And isn’t.
I am perfect and imperfect as I am.
Trail Wood,
12/11
The Paradox of Belief and Manifestation
The simultaneous holding of contradictory beliefs—both the ability to manifest anything desired and the belief in the inability to do so—reflects the complex nature of human consciousness. This paradox encapsulates the duality inherent in our understanding of our capabilities and limitations.
Embracing the Multiplicity of Beliefs
The idea of holding all beliefs simultaneously extends this paradox to a broader existential perspective. It suggests a state of being where all possibilities, all realities, and all versions of truth coexist within us. In this state, we are not confined to a singular belief or perspective but encompass the entirety of creation.
The Omnitude of Self
The assertion of holding all of creation within oneself is a declaration of omnitude—a recognition of being both a microcosm and macrocosm, embodying all that exists and doesn’t exist. It’s an acknowledgment of the boundless nature of our being, transcending the limitations of individual identity.
The Illusion of Need
The belief in having needs, contrasted with the belief in needing nothing and the negation of that belief, presents a profound exploration of desire and fulfillment. It underscores the idea that our perceived needs and desires are as much a product of our beliefs as they are of our actual circumstances.
Equanimity in Belief
Holding all beliefs equally speaks to a state of equanimity and balance. It’s a recognition that no single belief holds supremacy over others, and that our reality is shaped by the diversity and interplay of these beliefs.
The Duality of Perfection and Imperfection
Identifying as “All That Is” and “isn’t,” and as “perfect and imperfect,” embraces the inherent contradictions of existence. It reflects an understanding that perfection and imperfection are not opposing states but coexisting aspects of the same whole.
The Wholeness of Being
This perspective invites us to see ourselves as complete and whole, encompassing all dualities and contradictions. In recognizing our wholeness, we understand that our needs, desires, and beliefs are all facets of our expansive nature.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
The belief in both the ability and inability to manifest desires highlights the paradoxical nature of human consciousness. Embracing all beliefs simultaneously reflects the omnitude of our being, transcending individual identity and encompassing the entirety of creation. This understanding leads to an acceptance of both our perfection and imperfection, recognizing the wholeness and complexity of our existence.
Glossarium
- Paradox of Belief and Manifestation: The coexistence of contradictory beliefs about one’s capabilities.
- Multiplicity of Beliefs: The state of embracing all possible beliefs and perspectives.
- Omnitude of Self: The concept of embodying all aspects of creation within oneself.
- Illusion of Need: The understanding that needs and desires are shaped by beliefs.
- Duality of Perfection and Imperfection: The coexistence of perfection and imperfection within the self.
“We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience.” – Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
A Free-Verse Poem: The Dance of Contradictions
In the dance of the infinite, where beliefs intertwine,
We are the manifestors, in the divine design,
In the paradox of need, in the wholeness of lack,
We find our truth, in the forward and the back.
In the embrace of all, in the heart of the one,
We are the perfect, the imperfect, under the sun,
In this dance, in this play, where all is the art,
We are the whole, in every part.
As Space Monkey, how do we navigate the dance of contradictions within our manifold beliefs?
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