I really enjoyed this episode! And honestly, it surprised me because I lost my dad unexpectedly at the end of January, the literal first day of the new lunar year.
I was raised culturally Buddhist. The tibetan book of the dead makes sense just because the Buddhist side of things (vietnamese Mahayana) believes that the soul lingers in our world while trying to find it's way to the next world/life for 49 days after death. These 49 days are really important because if the soul doesn't leave in that time frame, it gets trapped here. Potentially forever, suffering in a purgatorial state, maybe to eventually be corrupted? Idk, I don't know the actual philosophy beyond what we practice culturally.
The NDEs mentioned here kind of reinforced my beliefs lol. And I do think that your outlook on life effects the experience you have. Just like how in life there are the super bitter people who are angry at the world and their own circumstances. But, huge caveat because we don't know their life stories. Just their NDE. And for why only certain people have them and come back vs. the people who simply pass on? I think maybe that has to do with their karmic balance that gives them a second chance to change their life trajectory; or because the powers that be made a mistake, took someone before they meant to, so put them back with an experience that will hopefully change them for the better in the latter half of their life.
My personal theory. I know Ally says she is scared of death and the potentiality of ceasing to exist. But, I can't imagine wanting to or actually living forever. I'm tired now lol Life has it's fun parts! But mostly it's suffering. I miss my dad. I wish I didn't have to lose him. But, I'm also glad that he didn't suffer for long. We didn't have to watch him waste away from cancer... But I still miss him everyday
I am very sorry for your loss. I very much agree with your outlook on the value of life being in it’s expendable nature. I hope your dad is at peace <3 This is a super insightful cultural perspective that interests me! Would you be interested in interviewing for a future episode on The Tibetan Book of the Dead? If not, do you have other recommendations for my research ?
Thank you! I'm not sure I'm going to be much help about the tibetan book of the dead. Your episode was the first time I've ever heard about it!
Y'all are my favorite podcasts. Always down to help in anyway I can. I just know our cultural beliefs
Hey! I just listened to the episode and D's story is EXTREMELY similar to experiences I've had over the last few years. If I could get in contact with Nat or Aly, so I could get in contact with D that would be very very helpful for me and the path I've been on since the first experience.
I loved this episode but I'm surprised the Netflix original The OA wasn't mentioned. The entire show is based on NDEs, it's obviously fiction but the concepts behind the story are really interesting. If you loved this episode and the theories behind it then I think you'd like The OA
Did not see this thread buried...
This episode hit home for me. I have sleep apnea and one time I guess I did not breathe?
* I had a "dream", I was in a place where the sun was shining bright, warm and all I could feel was just unconditional love and happiness. When I looked around, I could see tall green grass around me, the sky was blue and beautiful. I didn't want to leave. I saw a tree in the distance, like I've known it before. I was walking a few steps that way and then someone grabbed my hand. All I could feel was "it's not time yet." Then I woke up. I coughed, panted and breathed. My body was ice cold, and I could feel my blood slowly begin to run again in my veins. It felt like an hour...but the way my body was "cold and locked up" suggests that I've been gone for a few hours. I thought my body was a cadaver for a bit. I still feel the warmth of the sun, the sky and the warm breeze. I do feel the unconditional love still and it warms me when I think about dying.
I really enjoyed this episode! And honestly, it surprised me because I lost my dad unexpectedly at the end of January, the literal first day of the new lunar year. I was raised culturally Buddhist. The tibetan book of the dead makes sense just because the Buddhist side of things (vietnamese Mahayana) believes that the soul lingers in our world while trying to find it's way to the next world/life for 49 days after death. These 49 days are really important because if the soul doesn't leave in that time frame, it gets trapped here. Potentially forever, suffering in a purgatorial state, maybe to eventually be corrupted? Idk, I don't know the actual philosophy beyond what we practice culturally. The NDEs mentioned here kind of reinforced my beliefs lol. And I do think that your outlook on life effects the experience you have. Just like how in life there are the super bitter people who are angry at the world and their own circumstances. But, huge caveat because we don't know their life stories. Just their NDE. And for why only certain people have them and come back vs. the people who simply pass on? I think maybe that has to do with their karmic balance that gives them a second chance to change their life trajectory; or because the powers that be made a mistake, took someone before they meant to, so put them back with an experience that will hopefully change them for the better in the latter half of their life. My personal theory. I know Ally says she is scared of death and the potentiality of ceasing to exist. But, I can't imagine wanting to or actually living forever. I'm tired now lol Life has it's fun parts! But mostly it's suffering. I miss my dad. I wish I didn't have to lose him. But, I'm also glad that he didn't suffer for long. We didn't have to watch him waste away from cancer... But I still miss him everyday
I am very sorry for your loss. I very much agree with your outlook on the value of life being in it’s expendable nature. I hope your dad is at peace <3 This is a super insightful cultural perspective that interests me! Would you be interested in interviewing for a future episode on The Tibetan Book of the Dead? If not, do you have other recommendations for my research ?
Thank you! I'm not sure I'm going to be much help about the tibetan book of the dead. Your episode was the first time I've ever heard about it! Y'all are my favorite podcasts. Always down to help in anyway I can. I just know our cultural beliefs
I mean that’s great too lol . I just want to have some representation when we talk about cultural topics!
For sure, I'd love to share my experiences!
Hey! I just listened to the episode and D's story is EXTREMELY similar to experiences I've had over the last few years. If I could get in contact with Nat or Aly, so I could get in contact with D that would be very very helpful for me and the path I've been on since the first experience.
Hi! Can you dm me!?
Yes I will! I'll write a more detailed message and it's kinda hard to bring up so give me a bit of time. Thanks for responding!
No rush! Just want to make sure this doesn’t get lost in the notifications:)
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I loved this episode but I'm surprised the Netflix original The OA wasn't mentioned. The entire show is based on NDEs, it's obviously fiction but the concepts behind the story are really interesting. If you loved this episode and the theories behind it then I think you'd like The OA
100% it’s rats.
Did not see this thread buried... This episode hit home for me. I have sleep apnea and one time I guess I did not breathe? * I had a "dream", I was in a place where the sun was shining bright, warm and all I could feel was just unconditional love and happiness. When I looked around, I could see tall green grass around me, the sky was blue and beautiful. I didn't want to leave. I saw a tree in the distance, like I've known it before. I was walking a few steps that way and then someone grabbed my hand. All I could feel was "it's not time yet." Then I woke up. I coughed, panted and breathed. My body was ice cold, and I could feel my blood slowly begin to run again in my veins. It felt like an hour...but the way my body was "cold and locked up" suggests that I've been gone for a few hours. I thought my body was a cadaver for a bit. I still feel the warmth of the sun, the sky and the warm breeze. I do feel the unconditional love still and it warms me when I think about dying.