In the context of Dzogchen dualism refers to the tendency of the mind to conceptualize and divide experience into opposites or dual categories, good and bad, or samsara and nirvana. Like in walking „right foot – left foot“, constantly thinking „this is good – that is bad“ or „this is not nice – that is nice“. This dualistic way of perceiving reality is seen as the root cause of suffering and it obscures the recognition of the primordial nature of mind.

Overcoming Dualism
Dzogchen practice helps to directly experience the non-dual nature of reality. This involves:
– Recognizing rigpa: by resting in the natural state of mind, without conceptual elaboration.
– Self-Liberation of thoughts: thoughts and dualistic perceptions are allowed to self-liberate, dissolving into non-dual awareness.
– Integration: transcending the habitual grasping at dualistic distinctions into non-duality in all aspects of life.