Contemplation is purer still, yet more sophisticated. This comes from a strongly developed base of concentrationbasically, constancythrough any temptation, including altered states of consciousness, that leads one to meditation (effortless engagement), from which is born an intuitive connection to that which is being focused upon (often, the nature of being in the moment, which is the default focus). Some people can attain this state accidentally through some combination of surprising events, which is sometimes called revelation. Fewer still can cause this to happen intentionally, mainly because you have to surprise yourself to have it occur. In any case, it requires a real sense of the value of paradox. One leaves a single position behind (such as I like this or I dont like this) and expands in comprehension to simultaneously experience its opposite as well. From there, one rises above the two through a creative burst of intuition, and looks down on them both. What you might call transcendence, although I prefer mildly amused.
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Themes
- Creativity — The spark of original thought, invention, and artistic vision
- Happiness — Thoughts on finding joy, contentment, and fulfilment
- Humor — Witty observations and humorous takes on everyday life