p112-113, Spacious Passion Ngakma Nor'dzin, Aro Books, 2006 ISBN: 978-0-9653948-4-0
Monday, 13 December 2021
Bardo
Between the consciousness of the dying physical being and the consciousness of the reborn physical being – a dream-like state of consciousness is experienced, and this is called Bardo. This is a disorientating or frightening experience if the consciousness has had no experience of the empty nature of Mind. We become embodied once again and begin the process of identifying with physicality in which we ignore the nature of existence as a stream of moments of emptiness, energy, and form. If we have any feel for the experiential nature of this continuity, we can begin to grasp the importance of engaging in spiritual practice. Any practice that hones awareness and the ability to allow mind to be free in complete identification with the present moment will be of immense benefit.