10 X 10 = Out of the Box (Part 1)

Hello World! And WELCOME to “Diamonds' World"

My name is Diamond and It's not just Diamond's world, it is Diamonds' World.

"Out of the Box" is a nod to the famous thought experiment known as Schrödinger's cat. Imagine a cat inside a box with a scenario where it could be both alive and dead at the same time, until you actually open the box to see. This idea represents uncertainty and potential—until you look inside the box, you don’t know the outcome.

In everyday terms, thinking "out of the box" means stepping beyond conventional ideas, exploring multiple possibilities (that could be or may not be), and challenging what we think we know. Just like in Schrödinger's experiment, where the cat's fate isn’t determined until we look, thinking 'out of the box' encourages us to explore new ideas and outcomes that we might not see if we only stick to traditional thinking.

This multifaceted initiative is what created “Diamonds’ World”. bridges scientific understanding with Islamic teachings, creating a layered approach to exploring life's purpose and the nature of the universe. Through a combination of different forms of interactive media. My aim is to provide accessible, relatable content that resonates with people from all walks of life for the sole purpose of highlighting understandings about The Necessary Being (GOD), the universe and the “self” that have left me in AWE of the creator.

I've been diving deep into some fascinating projects lately, exploring ideas that connect science, spirituality, and self-discovery. From the mysteries of water's memory to the hidden connections between numbers and the universe, like… what even is PINK? There's so much to uncover. Imagine, if the square root of a number held secrets about the very fabric of reality? Imagine if there's actually meaning to everything and we’ve just been mislabeling things? Imagine if there is a very special pattern (your own puzzle) made just for you in the universe? Idle…waiting for you to notice…

These are just some of the questions I’ve been pondering, and trust me (tbh I wouldn't trust a rando on the internet too, lol so come find out for yourself), the answers are as fascinating as they are enlightening and the possibilities are end-less I’ll be sharing more about these ideas in upcoming entries, where we’ll dive deeper into these concepts and how they can transform our understanding of the world and ourselves. You won’t want to miss what’s coming next, but lol no compulsion; sooooooo…

Stay with me on this journey—each entry will bring us closer to unraveling these mysteries together. Your thoughts and insights will be just as important as the concepts themselves. Oh! And imma do what Banks told 50 n’ switch the style up… n’ if they hate? let em hate, N’ imma watch hopes N’ dreams pile up <3

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Consider this dissection of my Poem as “Primer”:

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Time Tells All Tales:

Many tell tales

With no holds

No continuity of time

Many metaphors

Build the floors

As we try and walk.

The uneven sand of our reflections

The unsteady flow of our existence

Lead to a coarse road, and we then flock.

In life

Comedies turn to tragedies

Time-tense tends to switch,

AND

Future, past, present collide in one mix.

END

Then a new tale begins.

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"From Darkness to Light: A Journey of Faith & Purpose"

“I” once found myself in a place where life felt chaotic, confusing, and without clear meaning. My thoughts were scattered, and the future seemed as uncertain as the past. It was as if I was walking on unstable ground, with no firm direction or purpose. The stories I told myself about life were filled with metaphors that didn't quite fit, leaving me with a sense of emptiness and despair. I was trapped in a cycle (in my mind) where any moments of joy were fleeting, quickly overshadowed by the harsh realities of existence (as I perceived it to be).

But then, I began to explore something deeper. I ACTUALLY tried to believe in God (Allah) how he informed us to, discovering that life doesn't have to be a random “series of unfortunate events” and striving without meaning. I found that Allah's guidance provided a structure, a clear path that gave my life direction and purpose. Where there was once confusion, I now found clarity. Where time once felt like a blur, I began to understand it as a part of Allah's creation, where every moment has significance.

The metaphors and symbols that once seemed hollow began to take on new meaning, as I saw them as signs from Allah swt, guiding me toward a greater understanding of myself and the world around me. I started to build my life on the firm foundation of faith, finding stability and peace in the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah. I’ve always been muslim, but the level up super charge in IMAN (Certainty/Faith/Security) (Allhamdulillah) this metaphysical/ spiritual boost; it’s like you are about to be “out of the game” and randomly find a life boost “heart” laying around. Now I'm walking around with two hearts (#WHO..iykyk) and I LOVE IT (yeah), Life's challenges no longer feel like an endless struggle but rather as opportunities for growth, everything is either a bless’n or a test’n with any additional feelings just a reflection of conditioning.

Upon realizing this, I embarked on a rapid reconditioning and thus, this journey from darkness into light, from confusion to clarity, is what drives me now to the greatest puzzle in the history of EVER..lol, the entire universe waits to be explored and it starts with the mind and the key is the heart. All you need is an atom’s amount (mustard seed) of faith, do you have that?

I’ve created projects that explore these themes. My work is about showing how no matter how chaotic life may seem, there is always a way forward (much easier said than done) through understanding and “there is NO try there is only do”, a path that leads to peace, purpose, and ultimately, fulfillment in this life and the next (if you so choose).

What exactly do we have to do?......BE…..all that we can be, all we have to do is BE as “HE” created us to be. I often thought about where the “self” stops and the reality begins. That search was a wild ride and my conclusion…

“ I AM, I have many names, Diamond, Dee, Sahra, Rose, Zahra, BE, Kira DEE, Sara, Kina, Kira, Lady, it all comes back to BE, which one is the “real” me? hmmm…What was the name God called me?... I AM…I think?.. “I” THINK!..I AM, therefore I “AM” (shout out to Rene) so what is the AM?...hmmm? The AM is ME in Reality? my reality is dependent on ME…hmmm (well damn)…

…so my reality is dependent on ME…and I am dependent on “HE” , the one who declares “BE”...for BE and IT IS, so there really is no “try” there is only “DO” because every moment “is” life …living = true.. So one who consumed by the past is not a “living” BEing,

BE, BE -Boys and girls, listen up

You can be anything in the world, in God we trust

Shout out to NAS he really was for the people with this line ( pun intended) LOL

Okay back to the AM…(clears throat) “you’re listening to the smooth sounds of Dee, as my thoughts carry on the waves of reality I hope it reaches you well and if nothing else it leave you with the notion that “I AM whatever HE says that I AM, because if i wasn’t? Then how could “I” say that “I AM” :)” so the “what” of the “AM” becomes secondary to the "who " & the "Why "; which lay the foundations to understand the “where”, once that is “understood”… The “when” of the “AM” is the final piece to this amazing puzzle. Then we can ask the “how” of the “AM”....The “HOW” of the “BE” I’ve found my answers in the Quran and Sunnah … like i said “It's not just Diamond's world, it is Diamonds' World”

Short version? :

The stories I once told myself began to take on new meaning, as I saw them as signs from Allah, guiding me to a deeper understanding of myself and the world. With faith as my foundation, I now face life’s challenges not as simply struggles, but as opportunities for growth—either a blessing or a test.

This journey from darkness to light, from confusion to clarity, drives me to explore the greatest puzzle of all—the universe, starting with the mind and heart. My goal is showing that no matter how chaotic life seems, there is always a way forward. All we need is faith and the willingness to be who we were created to be.

"I AM whatever HE says that I AM." In this, I’ve found my answers, and I invite you to explore them with me. It’s not just Diamond’s world; it’s Diamonds' World.”

Disclaimer: I’m just sharing MY experience with MY observations of reality and the words of THE CREATOR which he has directed me to PONDER! REFLECT and THINK <3

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NOW……WE…..Break it down

CONTEXT:

1. Darkness and Confusion:

Surah Al-Baqarah (2:257):

"Allah is the Protector of those who believe. He brings them out from darkness into light. But as for those who disbelieve, their allies are Taghut (false deities), they bring them out from light into darkness. Those are the companions of the Fire, they will abide eternally therein."

: This verse speaks to the state of being lost in darkness and confusion without divine guidance. It aligns with the concept of being trapped in despair or spiritual blindness.

Surah Al-An'am (6:39):

"And those who deny Our signs are deaf and dumb, in darkness. Whomsoever Allah wills, He leaves astray, and whomsoever He wills, He puts on a straight path."

: This verse highlights the darkness and disorientation that come from rejecting divine guidance.

The fluid and often unpredictable nature of life is a reflection of our perception. The narratives we live and tell are rarely straightforward, with time blending and metaphors constructing the very foundations upon which we tread, seeking comfort and connection should not come at the cost of our purpose.

Below is a breakdown of my poem, both the LIGHT and DARK interpretations followed by a brief explanation of the transition process. This “breakdown” is divided into two parts. Perception (what lens you view reality) literally changes the meaning. Which brings me to why “this” poem? Well it's only natural to start with the same poem that I started with over 10 years ago. A little nod to my little “SELF”...from my… “self”?... as I explore the concept of “the self”. Lol sorry I had to.

Okay, enjoy … (I hope)

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2. The Transition:

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Surah An-Nur (24:35):

"Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth. The example of His light is like a niche within which is a lamp; the lamp is within glass, the glass as if it were a pearly [white] star lit from [the oil of] a blessed olive tree, neither of the east nor of the west, whose oil would almost glow even if untouched by fire. Light upon light. Allah guides to His light whom He wills. And Allah presents examples for the people, and Allah is Knowing of all things."

: This verse beautifully captures the transition from darkness to light, symbolizing the enlightenment that comes with divine guidance.

Surah Az-Zumar (39:22):

"So is one whose breast Allah has expanded to [accept] Islam and he is upon a light from his Lord [like one whose heart rejects it]? Then woe to those whose hearts are hardened against the remembrance of Allah. Those are in manifest error."

: This verse reflects the personal transformation that occurs when one’s heart is opened to faith, transitioning from darkness to light.

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Time Tells ALL Tales : Dark

"Many tell tales"

Dark: This line signifies the meaningless stories we tell ourselves and others to give our lives a false sense of purpose or direction. It implies a sense of futility, where these tales are just distractions from the inherent meaninglessness of existence.

"With no holds"

Dark: The lack of constraints suggests chaos and a loss of control. Life is a series of events with no order, no rules, where things happen randomly, and any attempt to impose structure is ultimately futile.

"No continuity of time"

Dark: Time becomes an oppressive force that blurs into one continuous, unending moment of despair. The past, present, and future are indistinguishable, trapping the individual in a cycle of existential dread where nothing changes, and nothing improves.

"Many metaphors"

Dark: Metaphors are seen as illusions, deceptive tools we use to make sense of a world that is fundamentally absurd. They build a false narrative to hide the stark reality that life has no inherent meaning.

"Build the floors"

Dark: These 'floors' could represent the fragile foundations of our perceived reality. They are unstable and liable to collapse at any moment, leaving us to fall into the abyss of existential despair.

"As we try and walk."

Dark: Walking here symbolizes the futile effort to move forward in life. Despite our best attempts to find direction or purpose, we are constantly stumbling, struggling to make any real progress in a world that offers no guidance.

"The uneven sand of our reflections"

Dark: Our reflections—our thoughts and self-perceptions—are as unstable and shifting as sand. They provide no firm ground to stand on, leading us to question the very nature of our existence and the reliability of our thoughts.

"The unsteady flow of our existence"

Dark: Life is portrayed as a disjointed, unstable current that we are forced to navigate. There is no stability, no certainty—just a constant struggle against a tide that we can never truly overcome.

"Lead to a coarse road, and we then flock."

Dark: This could symbolize the harsh and unforgiving path that life forces us down. We 'flock' together out of desperation, seeking comfort in numbers, but ultimately, we are all on the same rough journey toward an uncertain end.

"In life"

Dark : This line is a stark reminder that this is the reality of life; harsh, unforgiving, and devoid of meaning. It's an acknowledgment of the cold truth that life, in its essence, is a series of struggles with no ultimate reward.

"Comedies turn to tragedies"

Dark: Any moments of joy or comedy in life are fleeting and inevitably give way to tragedy. Life's fleeting pleasures are cruelly overshadowed by the ever-present reality of suffering and loss.

"Time-tense tends to switch,"

Dark: The erratic nature of time only adds to the confusion and chaos of existence. Past traumas, present fears, and future anxieties all blend together, making it impossible to find peace or clarity in any moment.

"AND"

Dark : This word could represent the overwhelming accumulation of life's hardships. It's a relentless addition of struggles, piling on one after another without respite.

"Future, past, present collide in one mix."

Dark: This collision represents the ultimate existential crisis, where the boundaries of time dissolve, leaving the individual trapped in a perpetual state of confusion and despair. The past haunts, the present overwhelms, and the future offers no hope.

"END"

Dark: The 'END' here is not a peaceful conclusion but a bleak cessation. It's the termination of any hope, the collapse of all illusions, leaving nothing but a void.

"Then a new tale begins."

Dark: This final line suggests a cyclical pattern of despair. Even as one tale ends, another begins, perpetuating the cycle of meaningless existence. It’s a never-ending loop of struggle and suffering, with no true resolution.

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We’ve just unraveled the darker side of existence, where confusion and chaos seem to reign, where there is disconnect between the self, the heart and the brain. But what if these struggles are simply stepping stones toward something greater? In the next entry, we’ll flip the script and explore how every challenge can become an opportunity for growth and enlightenment.

I’m excited to see where this goes in the process of polishing a Diamond so that it (Dee, Me and You) can “BE”

Thank you and I look forward to exploring with you all <3

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May Peace Be Upon Those Upon Guidance <3

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