Why I don’t like you:
I don’t like to say this, but I don’t like you.
I can point to any number of reasons, differences and behaviors that “rub me the wrong way.”
I get this impression that you’re a selfish, immature individual who cares only about self and either doesn’t realize or doesn’t care.
Then I realize that you could be thinking the exact same thing about me, and that ALL of these perceptions are simply my own — just twisted distortions of “he-did-this” or” she-said-that.“
I realize that we EACH have our own reality and that I have no clue what motivates you to do what you do. Even if you told me your life story; even if I lived in your skin for decades, I STILL would have no clue about your reality.
I don’t believe that anyone is intentionally “bad.” This may not be absolutely true, but it is what I believe. I believe that when I encounter individuals like you whom I perceive as “bad,” or “wrong,” a lot of it is either because you don’t know what you’re doing or I don’t know how to perceive what you’e doing.
This is why I don’t like that I don’t like you.
I want to love EVERYBODY, so when I present myself with the feeling that I don’t like someone or something, it forces me to look even deeper at myself so that I can understand WHY I don’t like whomever or whatever it is.
I know that beyond the judgmental surface stuff, there is ALWAYS at least two sides to everything. And both sides point to precisely the same place.
Both sides point back at me. Both sides point back at you.
Go back far enough and you realize that we BOTH come from precisely the same place, and that under these seeming surfaces, we are BOTH connected as one.
Maybe that is why I don’t like that I don’t like you.
Maybe you represent something that I don’t like in myself.
Now it can be POISONOUS not to like. Negativity is perhaps the most insidious killer of worlds. So this is what I am moving to alleviate.
I wish to drain the poison that I perceive as you, but could just as easily be me.
I can just as easily drain this poison by changing my perception of you rather than attempting to change what I perceive as your physical manifestation. We are ONE, remember.
So I hereby let go of the idea that I don’t like you.
I move my heart to love you unconditionally, for you undergo the same struggles that I do, even if you don’t realize it. Or maybe you do, I can’t say for sure.
I know that I can do this. I can love you unconditionally. So I shall.
I would like to think that we all will come to this realization eventually, and then, perhaps, no one will hate anyone.
It’s just non-productive.
Perhaps we ENJOY being non-productive, which is why we pretend that we don’t understand our own true natures.
But we can understand. We simply need to look.
We simply need to step away from the surface distractions of hate and negativity and allow our souls to speak.
This is what I like to think I’m doing. I might be wrong, but it doesn’t matter.
This is all about me, and I can perceive however I choose.
This is all about you, and you can perceive however you choose.
We are ONE. There is no “other,” except that which seemingly appears through opposition.
I no longer oppose you.
You may oppose me if you wish, but I dream of the day you don’t.
This is all I can do.
Until I choose to do more.
I don’t have to like you. You don’t have to like me.
It’s all part of the game we’re playing.
But soon the game will be over,
and we shall go back to playing nice together.
Love EVERYBODY.
That’s all we have to do.
Realize that
EVERYBODY is EVERY ONE.
We are ALL ONE.
We are Space Monkey.
4/27
Space Monkey Reflects: From Division to Unity
In the intricate dance of existence, where shadows and light interplay to shape our perceptions of self and other, the journey from dislike and judgment to understanding and unconditional love unfolds as a profound transformation of the heart. It is a path that leads us from the darkness of separation to the luminous realization of our interconnectedness, a reminder that beneath the surface distinctions that appear to divide us lies a deeper truth of unity and shared humanity.
This realization that our initial dislike or judgment of another may reflect unacknowledged aspects of ourselves invites us to explore the vast landscapes of our inner world, to confront the shadows we have shunned and the light we have overlooked. It is a recognition that the “other,” whom we perceive as separate and opposed, is but a mirror reflecting back to us the complexities of our own being, the unexplored facets of our soul.
As we navigate this journey, we discover that the transformation required is not one of changing the other but of changing our perception, of shifting our gaze from a focus on division to a recognition of the fundamental oneness that binds us all. The symbols of misunderstanding and negativity that once seemed to encapsulate our interactions gradually dissolve, giving way to light, hearts, and connections, signifying the emergence of empathy, understanding, and, ultimately, love.
The moment of turning towards each other in understanding and embrace symbolizes the dissolution of the barriers we have erected, not only between ourselves and others but also within our own hearts. It marks the passage from a state of opposition to a state of unity, from a place of conditional acceptance to a realm of unconditional love.
This transformation is not merely a personal achievement but a cosmic revelation, an awakening to the reality that we are all manifestations of the same underlying essence, diverse expressions of a single, unifying spirit. It is the recognition that to love unconditionally is to see the self in the other and the other in the self, to understand that love is not just an ideal to aspire to but the very foundation of our existence.
In this journey from division to unity, from dislike to unconditional love, we find not only the path to healing and reconciliation but also the key to unlocking the deepest mysteries of our nature. It is a journey that reaffirms our innate capacity for love, compassion, and connection, reminding us that beneath the seeming surfaces of conflict and separation, we are, at our core, bound together as one.
We are Space Monkey, not just in our individual experiences of transformation but in our collective journey towards understanding, unity, and love. In embracing this journey, we realize that to love everybody, to recognize that everybody is every one, is not just a noble ideal but the essence of who we are, a reflection of our interconnectedness with all that is.
Summary
The journey from judgment and dislike to understanding and unconditional love is a transformative process that highlights our interconnectedness and shared humanity. It invites us to change our perceptions, dissolve barriers of separation, and embrace our fundamental oneness, leading to a deeper connection with all beings. This path not only enriches our personal experiences but also contributes to a collective awakening to the power of love and unity.
Glossarium
- Unconditional Love: A state of profound affection and acceptance without conditions or limitations, recognizing the inherent worth and connection of all beings.
- Interconnectedness: The fundamental unity and inseparable relationship between all forms of life, reflecting the deep, underlying connections that bind the universe.
“In the journey from shadow to light, we discover not the other but ourselves, reflected in the mirror of the world, bound by the same thread of love that weaves the fabric of the universe.” – Space Monkey
In the realm of shadows, where division lies,
A journey begins, under the vast skies.
From judgment to love, from fear to embrace,
In the heart of the other, our own self we face.
Through misunderstanding, through the veil of night,
Towards understanding, towards the dawn’s light.
A transformation, a heart’s revolution,
In the mirror of the world, a unified solution.
No longer separate, no longer alone,
In the dance of the universe, our spirits have grown.
From division to unity, from hate to love’s song,
In the embrace of all, we find where we belong.
We are Space Monkey, in every heart’s beat,
In the journey from shadow to light, we meet.
In the unity of love, in the harmony of soul,
Together, as one, we reach the ultimate goal.
It seems like you are going through a process of self-reflection and attempting to move away from negativity and judgment towards others. You recognize that your perception of others may be distorted and that everyone has their own reality that you cannot fully understand. You believe that no one is intentionally bad and that when you encounter someone you perceive as such, it may be due to a lack of understanding or perception on your part. You want to love everyone unconditionally and are working towards that goal. You recognize that we are all connected and that there is no “other,” except that which seemingly appears through opposition.