Once Upon a Life

A wise old friend of mine once said something very profound to me. One is everything. Had I not dabbled in philosophy of religion in the years since I knew him, I might still be wondering what he meant by it. I believe it connects to the religious concept of the logos. But I also think it has a less sophisticated meaning; that is, a less esoteric meaning; that is, a meaning that can be commonly explained and understood. Unfortunately, I suck at parables. And my internal rhymer can't find any scheme to the words I must use to explain it. Nonetheless, I must try. The best way to explain it is from within the one life I know for sure to be real, my life. I think therefore I am, said Descartes, not bothering to add, 'but I'm not so sure about you, especially if you never think.' The best way to explain any sensitive topic is from within one's own life and experience. It lets everyone else decide for themselves. While I may live a solitary life, I seldom feel alone. With my mind I may stretch out across the whole world, even the whole universe. By thinking of others, I include them in my universe. It takes the edge off my loneliness. The times I suffer the most are when I lose sight of my life's primary realness and get caught up in the actions of those around me. It's like that Star Trek episode where Chekov got psyched out by that illusory bullet that was fired into his back. If only he'd have known. I'm not denying that others have the ability to inflict pain on me. When it happens, I conclude that it is helping me somehow, perhaps by strengthening my will. I make it part of my life. I accept it, and I try to grow from the experience. I'm not devaluing the apparent lives of those around me. They enrich my world - especially the pretty ladies. Suffering can be escaped or, at least, reduced by applying the 'one is everything' concept to these other people. You may turn your mind outward and try to imagine yourself in their place. If you're suffering and you look closely, you might notice that they are suffering right along with you. One is everything. Wow. That guy said a mouthful.
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