# 198 - Between What Was and What Will Be

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Podcast: [Secular Buddhism](https://stenobird.com/podcast/secular-buddhism-1419312)
Published: 2025-03-01T21:13:34+00:00
Episode link: https://secularbuddhism.com/
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## Resource

In this episode of the Secular Buddhism Podcast , Noah Rasheta explores the Tibetan Buddhist concept of bardos , traditionally understood as transitional states between life, death, and rebirth. Taking a secular approach, Noah reinterprets bardos as a framework for understanding all of life’s transitions , both big and small. Life is constantly shifting—between moments, relationships, jobs, emotions, and even identities. Each transition, whether minor or major, offers an opportunity to pause, reflect, and make intentional choices about what we bring forward and what we leave behind. Noah discusses the six bardos in Tibetan Buddhism and reimagines them in an everyday context, showing how they can help us navigate change with mindfulness and presence . Through personal stories and practical reflections, this episode encourages listeners to embrace the space between what was and what will be —not as something to fear, but as a fertile ground for growth, renewal, and greater self-awareness. Tune in to explore how recognizing bardos in daily life can help you move through transitions with clarity, resilience, and wisdom . Explore more at eightfoldpath.com : full transcripts, guided meditations, courses, and Noah AI, an AI you can chat with about any episode or teaching. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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