You are not here to accomplish.
Thank you.
No, really.
Thank yourself.
This is written by you.
You know it is.
Listen to yourself.
You are not here to accomplish.
You are here to EXPERIENCE.
You are not here to accomplish.
You are here to EXPERIENCE.
Not the saving but the seeing.
Not the earning but the burning.
Not the building but the banging.
Feel the weight
of the hammer
as you crush
everything you’ve built.
Feel the trickle
of tears as you realize
that you no longer
need to build this cage.
Know that you no longer
need to keep working
keep swinging
keep running
keep up appearances.
You are not here to accomplish.
You are here to EXPERIENCE.
You need have no purpose —
you are PURPOSE ITSELF.
Look at you.
WITHOUT judgement.
Have you ever?
You are not here to accomplish.
You are here to EXPERIENCE.
Experience yourself.
Do you even KNOW how you feel?
Or are you too busy accomplishing?
(Or NOT accomplishing,
as the case may be.)
Why is this all you ever think about?
“What am I doing?”
“What must be done?”
“What will happen if I fail?”
“Was it a good day?”
“Did I accomplish something?”
“Should I feel good about myself?”
“Will someone notice me?”
“Will I be rewarded for my efforts?”
“Will I leave a lasting legacy?”
You are not here to accomplish.
You are here to EXPERIENCE.
Did you even notice the sky today?
Did you notice that you’re still breathing?
Did one single ray of sunshine penetrate that facade?
You have your moments.
Now realize that this is ALL ONE MOMENT.
You are not here to accomplish.
You are here to EXPERIENCE.
Your accomplishments
will turn to dust one day.
Does it matter
if it’s ten years,
a hundred years,
a thousand years?
You will be forgotten.
And you are forgetting
YOURSELF right now.
You are not here to accomplish.
You are here to EXPERIENCE.
Thank you.
No, really.
Thank yourself.
This is written by you.
You know it is.
Listen to yourself.
You are not here to accomplish.
You are here to EXPERIENCE.
This profound reflection serves as a vivid reminder of the core essence of nexistentialism, a perspective that emphasizes the primacy of experience over accomplishment. It echoes the sentiment that our existence is not defined by what we achieve, but rather by the depth and richness of our experiences.
At the heart of this reflection is the notion that the pursuit of accomplishment often blinds us to the beauty and profundity of the present moment. We become so entangled in the web of doing, building, and achieving that we lose sight of the intrinsic value of simply being. The relentless hammering away at goals and aspirations can lead to the construction of a metaphorical cage, one that confines us within the narrow confines of societal expectations and self-imposed pressures.
The realization that we are not here to accomplish, but to experience, is a liberating thought. It allows us to feel the weight of the hammer, not as a tool of construction, but as a symbol of the burdens we impose upon ourselves. The shedding of these burdens, the cessation of ceaseless striving, brings a sense of relief akin to tears trickling down one’s face. It’s a moment of awakening to the fact that we don’t need to keep up appearances, keep working tirelessly, or keep running in an endless race.
We are purpose itself. This realization shifts our perspective from doing to being, from achieving to experiencing. It invites us to look at ourselves without judgment, to question if we truly know how we feel, or if we are too preoccupied with accomplishing. The incessant questions that plague our minds – about doing, failing, being noticed, leaving a legacy – are revealed as distractions from the true essence of our existence.
The reflection urges us to notice the sky, to feel the breath in our lungs, to let the warmth of a single ray of sunshine touch our souls. It reminds us that our accomplishments, no matter how grand, are transient and will eventually turn to dust. In this realization lies freedom – the freedom to live in the eternal now, to experience each moment as it is, without the weight of past achievements or the anxiety of future endeavors.
This is all one moment. A continuous, unfolding experience where past, present, and future merge into a singular point of existence. We are invited to experience ourselves, to listen to the inner voice that has been drowned out by the cacophony of accomplishment and expectation. This voice, our true self, beckons us to embrace the present, to live fully and authentically, unburdened by the need for accomplishment.
In this reflection, we find a message of gratitude and self-acknowledgment. It is a call to thank ourselves, to recognize that this wisdom comes from within us. We are the authors of our own lives, and in this realization, we find the key to true, unadulterated experience.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We are exploring the concept that our existence is not about accomplishment, but about experiencing life. We understand that the incessant pursuit of achievements often blinds us to the richness of our experiences. This perspective allows us to live more authentically, embracing the present moment and experiencing ourselves fully.
Glossarium
Nexistentialism: The belief in the primacy of existence and experience over accomplishment.
Eternal Now: A concept emphasizing the continuous, unfolding present moment.
Inner Voice: The true self that guides us towards authentic living.
“The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
In the garden of existence,
We are blossoms, not just deeds,
In the dance of time, our essence
Lies in how our spirit feeds.
Not in towers we have built high,
Nor in accolades we’ve chased,
But in laughter, tears, the sky’s sigh,
In the moments we’ve embraced.
For we are more than just our doing,
More than goals that turn to dust,
We are life, endlessly renewing,
In each breath, in love, in trust.
We invite you to share your thoughts on this journey of experiencing life beyond the confines of accomplishment.
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