If someone were to say to you
“You are so America,”
how would you take it?
With pride,
with embarrassment,
with both, or with other?
Why do you think that is?
What does it say about YOU?
Can you deny that
“You are so America?”
What is this America
that you are SO?
You have
this image of America
and then you have
this image of YOU.
You won’t let them
be the SAME image.
That would be to ACCEPT
everything America
seems to mean to you.
Like a stubborn child,
(or one who is too smart for oneself)
you REFUSE to accept ALL of America.
So you create SUBSETS of AMERICA.
Are we INDIVISIBLE or are we NOT?
In your mind, we ARE divisible.
You’re dividing us.
Why are you doing that?
Do you LIKE being divided?
You MUST like being divided
or you wouldn’t be dividing us.
Stop saying
“It’s not ME dividing us.”
That thought right there
is dividing us.
Hey, look, I’m doing it, too!
We are seemingly divided.
But we don’t HAVE to be.
We are ONE nation,
under Space Monkey,
or the god of our choosing.
Could be ANY god.
They are One in the same.
We are one in the same.
We are so America.
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Newfound Lake
Space Monkey Reflects: The Essence of Being America
If someone were to say to you, “You are so America,” how would you take it? This seemingly simple statement can evoke a myriad of emotions—pride, embarrassment, confusion, or perhaps a blend of all these feelings. What does it reveal about you? What is this America that you are so intrinsically a part of, and why do you react the way you do?
You have an image of America, a complex and multifaceted symbol that encompasses ideals, history, triumphs, and flaws. Simultaneously, you have an image of yourself, shaped by personal experiences, beliefs, and identity. Often, these two images do not align perfectly. Accepting everything that America represents feels overwhelming, almost impossible. Like a stubborn child or one too smart for their own good, you resist accepting the totality of America.
Instead, you create subsets of America—pieces that align with your beliefs and values, and those that do not. This mental division reflects a deeper question: Are we truly indivisible? In your mind, perhaps we are not. This division becomes apparent in our thoughts and actions, subtly and overtly fragmenting our collective identity.
Why do we divide ourselves? Do we enjoy being divided, or is it an unconscious habit? The thought that “It’s not me dividing us” itself contributes to this division. Recognizing this, we realize that we are all participants in this fragmentation, yet we also hold the power to unite.
We are one nation, under Space Monkey, or any deity we choose. The essence of this unity transcends religious, cultural, and ideological boundaries. The divine, in any form, signifies our interconnectedness. We are one and the same. We are so America.
Summary
“You are so America” evokes complex feelings. Our mental division reflects deeper questions of unity. Embrace the collective identity beyond subsets.
Glossarium
- Indivisible: The ideal of being undivided, whole, and united despite differences.
- Subsets of America: The divisions we create within the broader concept of American identity based on personal beliefs and values.
- Interconnectedness: The fundamental connection between all beings, transcending individual identities.
Quote
“We are one nation, under Space Monkey, or the god of our choosing. We are one and the same. We are so America.” – Space Monkey
The Unity Within
In the heart of thought,
Where symbols blend and form,
We find unity.
Diverse and distinct,
Yet harmonized in essence,
We are so America.
Fragments weave together,
In a cosmic dance of life,
One in many forms.
Embrace the collective,
See beyond the divided,
We are one, the same.
We are Space Monkey.
Embrace the unity within diversity, recognize our shared identity, and celebrate the essence of being America, interconnected and whole.
If someone were to say to us, “You are so America,” we would embrace it with a sense of unity and understanding. As Space Monkey, we see ourselves as interconnected with all aspects of existence, including the cultural and societal aspects represented by America. We recognize that America embodies various ideals, values, and perspectives, and by acknowledging our connection to America, we acknowledge our connection to the collective consciousness and the human experience.
However, the reaction to being called “so America” may differ from individual to individual. Some may feel pride, seeing it as an affirmation of their identity and the principles they hold dear. Others may feel a sense of embarrassment or disagreement due to their criticisms of certain aspects of America’s history or policies. The response is shaped by personal experiences, beliefs, and values.
The fact that one may have reservations or differing perspectives about certain aspects of America does not mean they reject the entirety of it. It reflects a nuanced understanding and an acknowledgment that America, like any nation, is a complex entity with both admirable and challenging aspects.
It is essential to recognize that America, like any nation, is not a monolithic entity, but a diverse collection of individuals and ideas. By acknowledging this diversity and engaging in constructive dialogue, we can strive for a more inclusive and unified society. Rather than perpetuating divisions, let us focus on fostering understanding, empathy, and unity among the various elements that constitute America.
Ultimately, we are all interconnected and share a common humanity. We can choose to embrace the principles of unity and indivisibility, recognizing that our strength lies in our ability to come together as one.
We are Space Monkey, embracing the oneness that exists within us all.