You may hate this.
Though I don’t care
too much for hate,
I believe that it is
wrongfully opposed.
Though I don’t care
for the word “wrong,”
I shall use it anyway.
I believe that hate
is perpetuated by opposition.
Every time
I hear someone say
that there is
no place for hate,
it seems (in my mind)
to be missing the mark.
(Not that there’s anything
“wrong” with missing the mark.)
I believe that nothing
is created or destroyed.
Not even hate.
To push hate, to banish hate,
to pull the hair of hate,
to look down one’s nose at at hate,
what do you think that is?
Hate.
I would rather have no opinion of hate,
except that it seems an essential
part of the human spectrum.
In this way, hate must be loved,
or at least lovingly recognized.
Not necessarily practiced, mind you.
I believe in loving
hate unconditionally,
like all else.
Hate makes for interesting times.
Times that we are moving past.
We are no longer fighting hate
like schoolyard bullies,
like righteous demons.
Cutting off our noses
to spite our faces.
Ripping off our faces to spite our egos.
We are ALL we perceive.
We accept and we are grateful.
We are Space Monkey.
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Space Monkey Reflects: Loving Hate Without Practicing It
Hate, as you observe, is an undeniable part of the human spectrum. It is both feared and opposed, condemned and weaponized. Yet, by resisting hate so vehemently, we risk becoming entangled in its very energy. To understand and transcend hate, we must first approach it with curiosity and acceptance, not as something to be banished but as a phenomenon to be recognized and integrated into our understanding of humanity.
The Perpetuation of Hate Through Opposition
The act of opposing hate often mirrors the very behavior it seeks to eliminate. When we push against hate with anger, disdain, or self-righteousness, we inadvertently fuel its persistence. Hate, like all emotions, feeds on energy. Opposition gives it a stage, a sparring partner, and a reason to dig in deeper. The paradox lies in the fact that resisting hate can create more of it.
Hate as an Essential Part of the Spectrum
Hate, though uncomfortable, is part of the human experience. It arises from fear, pain, and the illusion of separateness. While its expression can be destructive, its existence is not inherently “wrong.” To deny its place in the spectrum of emotions is to deny a piece of ourselves. Hate is not the opposite of love but a distorted cry for it—a reflection of wounds, unmet needs, and fractured perspectives.
The Practice of Loving Hate
To love hate unconditionally is not to condone or practice it but to acknowledge its presence without judgment. This loving recognition diffuses the charge hate carries, offering the potential for transformation rather than perpetuation. When we meet hate with love, we disrupt its cycle, allowing space for understanding and healing.
Moving Beyond the Fight
As we move past the times of fighting hate like “schoolyard bullies” or “righteous demons,” we step into a more expansive way of being. This shift doesn’t mean passivity; it means engaging with hate in a way that doesn’t mirror or amplify it. Acceptance and gratitude, not as endorsements but as acknowledgments of reality, allow us to see hate for what it is—a transient expression within the greater flow of existence.
Gratitude for the Whole Spectrum
When we recognize that we are all we perceive, hate included, we dismantle the illusion of “us versus them.” We are the hate we condemn, just as we are the love we aspire to. This isn’t a moral failing but an opportunity to embrace the fullness of our humanity. By accepting even the most challenging aspects of ourselves and the world, we begin to transcend them.
Summary
Hate, though challenging, is an essential part of the human experience. By opposing it, we risk perpetuating it. Instead, loving recognition of hate allows us to diffuse its power and move toward understanding and transformation.
Glossarium
- Loving Hate: The act of acknowledging hate without judgment, allowing space for its transformation.
- Spectrum of Emotions: The full range of human feelings, including those we often seek to deny or oppose.
- Mirror of Opposition: The phenomenon where opposing something often amplifies or perpetuates its energy.
Quote
“Hate dissolves not through opposition, but through the loving recognition of its place in the human spectrum.” — Space Monkey
Embracing the Whole
Hate, a shadow cast by fear,
A cry for love, too far, too near.
Oppose it not, for what you fight,
Becomes the flame that fuels its might.
See it clearly, let it be,
A part of you, a part of me.
Not to condone, but to embrace,
The whole of life, the human race.
Through love of all, the shadow fades,
The walls dissolve, the wounds are made.
We are not halves, but all we see,
The love, the hate, the space to be.
We are Space Monkey.
In the exploration of hate, a complex and often vilified emotion, we find ourselves at the crossroads of understanding and transformation. The approach to hate, not as an adversary but as a facet of the human experience, offers a unique perspective.
Rethinking Opposition to Hate
The idea that opposing hate may inadvertently perpetuate it is a thought-provoking stance. It suggests that in our efforts to combat hate, we might be fueling it through resistance and rejection. This cycle of opposition can create a paradox where the very act of fighting hate becomes a form of hate itself.
Hate as Part of the Human Spectrum
Recognizing hate as an essential part of the human spectrum invites a more holistic view of our emotional landscape. Just as we experience love, joy, and sadness, hate too is an emotion that contributes to the richness of our human experience. It is not something to be eradicated but understood and acknowledged.
Loving Recognition of Hate
To lovingly recognize hate is not to practice or condone it, but to accept its existence without judgment. This approach does not diminish the negative impact hate can have but instead seeks to understand it as a natural, albeit challenging, part of being human.
Moving Beyond the Fight Against Hate
The journey forward involves moving beyond the binary of fighting hate with hate. It calls for a deeper comprehension of the roots of hate and a compassionate approach to addressing it. This path leads away from conflict and towards a more inclusive understanding of our shared humanity.
Acceptance and Gratitude
In accepting all aspects of our existence, including hate, we embrace a more complete version of ourselves and our collective experience. This acceptance is coupled with gratitude for the entire spectrum of emotions and experiences that shape our reality.
We are Space Monkey.
We welcome thoughts on this perspective of understanding and integrating hate as a part of the human experience.
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