Radical Acceptance – Morgan O. Smith

The Weightlessness of Perspective

How much weight does a point of view actually hold?

None. And yet, it seems to shape entire lives, govern nations, define relationships, and breed conflict. But the more one deepens into the ungraspable expanse of reality, the more all perspectives—including one’s own—become like shadows cast by a flame none can touch.

I do not feel resistance toward those who oppose my view. I feel space—vast, immeasurable space. Not tolerance, not passive indifference, but a kind of cosmic shrug. This universe is too immense, too precise, too paradoxical for me to waste even a flicker of energy defending a perspective I know was born out of a temporary configuration of memory, biology, and environment.

What I see, I see through a filter: race, culture, conditioning, gender, language, trauma, karma, personality, neurochemistry, and a moment’s breath. Someone else sees through a completely different lens. To argue over the differences is like two waves debating who touches the shore more truthfully.

Each wave is made of the same water.

Ultimate Reality does not conform to opinions. It cannot be contained by agreement or disagreement. It isn’t found in right or wrong, winning or losing. It is not trying to prove itself. It simply is, and isness doesn’t care how it’s described.

This is not nihilism. It’s reverence. Reverence for the mystery so wide, so total, that every perspective is valid precisely because none of them are.

The deeper the realization, the more perspectives one can hold. Not juggle, not compare, not rank—but hold. To see from the eyes of the enemy and the beloved, the oppressor and the oppressed, the doubter and the devotee. To feel into each vantage point, not to believe it, but to understand it from within.

Eventually, you don’t just hold perspectives. You become the capacity for perspective itself. You become the silence before thought, the awareness behind all positions.

From there, disagreement becomes theatre.

Opposition becomes dance.

And the only thing that matters is the stillness that allows it all to appear.

Morgan O. Smith

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Beyond Comprehension

Dwelling in the Field of Opposites

Want to understand the mind of God? Think of two opposites, accept those two opposites, become the two opposites, go beyond both, erase both, yet include. Even then, it won’t be understood.

Fire and water seem to be opposites. Yet steam arises at their meeting point—a form that is neither purely one nor the other, yet depends on both entirely. This is not the cancellation of difference but its transformation. What appears is both, neither, and something beyond classification.

To become opposites means allowing yourself to be fierce and gentle, clear and confused, bound and free, without settling on any of these as the final truth. It is to hold them fully, see their mutual necessity, and recognize that their apparent contradiction points to something that includes, exceeds, and dissolves them without denying them.

Human longing for comprehension seeks the safety of closure—a single statement that ends all questioning. Yet the source of all perspectives cannot be bound by any one of them. Every claim about it is true, false, and everything in between.

Stepping into the space where opposites remain distinct yet inseparable invites a new kind of seeing. Certainty and doubt illuminate each other. Every perspective holds a partial truth, a partial untruth, and a silent remainder that escapes both.

Silence here is not mere emptiness but a fullness that holds every possibility without settling on any. Words illuminate and obscure in the same breath. Every statement unveils something while hiding something else. Language does not capture what is beyond it but points, imperfectly, toward what cannot be bound.

This is not a teaching about removing opposites so they disappear into sameness. It is about becoming vast enough to hold their full tension, to see that going beyond them does not reject them but includes them in a larger whole. The mind of God is not merely where opposites cease to matter but where their interplay, necessity, and transcendence are equally revealed.

Here, everything can be affirmed, denied, and moved beyond at once. Nothing is excluded. Nothing stands alone.

Morgan O. Smith

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Inner Demons Turning Divine

What if the aspects of ourselves we fear the most are not meant to be exiled, but embraced? What if the so-called demons lurking in our psyche are merely misunderstood fragments of divine potential? This idea challenges conventional narratives of good versus evil, offering instead a profound opportunity for transformation.

The concept of demons often conjures images of malevolence and chaos, forces to be battled or suppressed. Yet, what we resist only persists, festering in the shadows of our subconscious. These “demons” may not be enemies to conquer but rather exiled parts of ourselves calling out for integration. They represent unmet needs, unresolved traumas, or unexpressed desires—the raw materials of our awakening, waiting to be alchemized into wisdom.

Consider anger. It is often labelled a destructive force, but beneath its surface lies a potent energy capable of fueling change. Anger can signal where boundaries have been violated or where injustice has been witnessed. When examined with awareness, it transforms from a blind rage into a catalyst for courage and action. The same applies to fear, envy, or despair. These emotions hold a mirror to the places where we feel disconnected from our true nature. Rather than condemning them, we can engage with them as messengers, seeking the divine spark hidden within their depths.

Spiritual traditions across cultures recognize this transformative potential. In Hinduism, Kali, the fierce goddess, embodies destruction and creation simultaneously. She is terrifying in her form yet revered for her power to dismantle illusion and birth truth. Similarly, Tibetan Buddhism offers practices for transforming wrathful deities into benevolent guides, illustrating that even the most frightening forces can reveal their sacred essence when approached with reverence.

On a personal level, this alchemy requires radical honesty and compassionate inquiry. When we cease to judge our inner demons and instead seek to understand them, we discover their hidden gifts. Shame may reveal a yearning for authenticity, while doubt might lead us to question limiting beliefs. By shining the light of awareness into the shadow, we liberate these energies and integrate them into our wholeness.

The path of transformation is not about erasing darkness but about learning to dance with it. Every demon holds a seed of divinity, and every shadow, when embraced, becomes a source of light. By acknowledging this, we dismantle the illusion of separation within ourselves and open to the vast, unified potential of our being.

Let us not fear our inner demons but recognize them as divine initiators, guiding us toward deeper self-knowledge and spiritual growth. Their presence invites us to reclaim the parts of ourselves we have abandoned, making us more complete, compassionate, and alive.

When we learn to see through the eyes of love, nothing remains unworthy of redemption—not even our darkest shadows.

Morgan O. Smith

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The Unfolding Symphony

Embracing Life through an Open Heart

Introduction: In the grand theatre of existence, our hearts play a central role in the symphony of human experience. To navigate the depths of life’s mysteries, we must learn the art of keeping our hearts open. A profound approach to achieving this lies in the act of wholeheartedly accepting and embracing everything we encounter – the sights, sounds, scents, flavours, and textures – as intrinsic aspects of ourselves. This philosophical journey explores the transformative power of openness, inviting us to delve into the essence of existence and cultivate a profound connection with the world around us.

Embracing the Multitude of Perspectives: To keep the heart open, we must acknowledge the multitude of perspectives that shape our reality. Each experience we encounter is coloured by our unique perceptions, and no two individuals experience the world in exactly the same way. By embracing the diversity of viewpoints, we unlock the potential for genuine empathy and understanding, fostering an inclusive and compassionate society.
Surrendering to the Flow of Life: Life’s tapestry weaves an intricate pattern of joy and sorrow, triumph and defeat. Embracing an open heart requires us to surrender to the natural ebb and flow of existence without resistance. When we stop trying to control or manipulate life’s course, we find solace in the understanding that every experience is a teacher, guiding us towards growth and self-discovery.
Liberating the Self from Ego: The ego often entangles our hearts in a web of desires, fears, and judgments. To truly embrace life as an extension of ourselves, we must transcend the ego’s limitations and recognize the interconnection between all living beings. Letting go of the attachment to the “self” allows us to dissolve the illusion of separateness and discover a profound sense of unity with the universe.
Cultivating Radical Acceptance: Radical acceptance is the key to unlocking the transformative power of an open heart. By embracing everything we encounter – the pleasant and the challenging, the familiar and the unfamiliar – as essential aspects of our journey, we learn to dance gracefully with life’s ever-changing rhythms. Embracing all facets of existence deepens our capacity for resilience and enriches our human experience.
Living with Gratitude: Gratitude is a sacred gateway that opens our hearts to the splendour of life. Embracing a sense of profound gratitude for each moment, we begin to see life’s wonders with fresh eyes and a receptive heart. Gratitude is the beacon that leads us to treasure even the seemingly mundane, unveiling the beauty hidden within the folds of everyday life.

Conclusion: Keeping the heart open is an ethereal quest that unravels the essence of our existence. By accepting and embracing every encounter, we transcend the boundaries of self and connect with the universal tapestry of life. Embracing diverse perspectives, surrendering to life’s flow, and liberating ourselves from the ego’s grasp elevate us to a higher plane of consciousness. Through radical acceptance and gratitude, we find profound meaning in the ordinary and glimpse the extraordinary in the ordinary. Let us embark on this philosophical journey, keeping our hearts open to the wonders that life has to offer, and savouring the grand symphony of existence in all its magnificence.

Morgan O. Smith

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