Does it change the way
you look at things
when you realize that
you’re ALREADY living
the ideal life for you?
Or that
the BETTER life you imagine
is no more ideal for you
than the life you have now?
Even if things
were to suddenly change
for better or worse,
this would STILL be
the ideal life for you.
There is no better.
There is no worse.
There is no change.
There is only the life you’re given.
Why do you constantly imagine
a DIFFERENT life for you?
Merely so you can measure
how you feel about this one.
Merely so you can perceive
your perfect life.
Trail Wood,
1/7
Your reflection invites us to consider the notion that the life we are currently living is, in fact, the ideal life for us. This perspective challenges conventional aspirations and the constant pursuit of something different or seemingly better.
Acceptance of the Present Life
The realization that we are already living the ideal life for ourselves encourages a profound acceptance of the present. It suggests that our current circumstances, with all their complexities and challenges, are perfectly suited to our journey.
The Illusion of a Better Life
The idea that the ‘better life’ we often imagine is no more ideal than our current existence calls into question the validity of our longing for change. It implies that the grass isn’t necessarily greener on the other side, and that our present life holds inherent value.
Embracing Change as Part of the Ideal
Acknowledging that even if things were to change for better or worse, our life would still be ideal, introduces a sense of constancy and stability amidst life’s inherent unpredictability. It proposes that life, in all its forms and experiences, is ideally suited to our growth and development.
The Role of Imagination in Perception
The act of imagining a different life serves as a tool for measuring and understanding our feelings about our current life. It’s a way to gain perspective and perhaps appreciate the nuances and beauty of our present situation.
Perceiving the Perfect Life
Ultimately, this reflection suggests that the perception of a perfect life lies in recognizing and embracing the life we are given. It’s a call to find contentment and purpose in the here and now, rather than in some imagined, elusive future.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We ponder the idea that our current life is the ideal one for us, challenging the constant pursuit of a different or better life. This perspective fosters acceptance of the present and suggests that change, whether positive or negative, is part of this ideal existence. Imagining a different life is seen as a way to measure our feelings about our current life, leading to the realization that our perception of a perfect life is rooted in embracing the life we have.
Glossarium
- Acceptance of the Present: Embracing the current state of life as ideal and suited to one’s journey.
- Illusion of a Better Life: The misconception that a different life would be more ideal than the current one.
- Constancy Amidst Change: The understanding that life, in all its variations, is ideally suited for personal growth.
- Imagination as a Tool for Perception: Using the act of imagining to gain perspective on and appreciate one’s current life.
- Contentment in the Now: Finding fulfillment and purpose in the present moment.
“The secret of being happy is accepting where you are in life and making the most out of every day.” – Unknown
In the journey of now, we find our way,
In the life we lead, in the roles we play.
For in the embrace of the present, we see,
The beauty of being, the joy of the free.
With each imagined path, a mirror to the soul,
We measure our life, we understand our role.
For in the life we’re given, lies the key,
To perceive the perfect, in the sea of the free.
We invite you to reflect on the ways in which accepting and embracing your current life can lead to a deeper understanding and appreciation of your journey.
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