On Duplexion
The Dilemma of the Auditory Interface of Consciousness
Direct communication with the living intelligence of the earth is of course the foundation experience of Planetary Tantra. This communication os two-way: from the human animal to the earth mother, and from the earth mother to the human animal. How exactly does this two-way commuication work.
In summary, it works in three modes: auditory, visual, and sensorial. Campe them crudely to the settings on a washing machine: wash – rinse – spin. It’s as simple as that.
In the two-way dynamic of autogenics the auditory mode has a particular feature which presents a dilemma that has to be defined clearly and handled skillfully. To approach this matter, consider the difference between reflection and duplexion:
Reflection is the routine activity of pondering on something or thinking about an idea or event or person, which occurs as your rigpa attends to the matter upon which you are reflecting.
Duplexion is the activity of your attention addressing itself to you as a second presence, commonly known as talking to yourself in your mind, or internal dialogue.