In a fraction of a fraction of a second.
That’s how quickly we react, judge and make decisions.
That’s how quickly we lock the door of our minds.
That’s how quickly karma over-rides pure perception.
By the time something comes out of our mouth,
we are deep in ego.
That’s why a shock brings us to our senses.
The natural shock
is recognising samsara’s charade.
One is released in timeless compassion.
BUDDHA IN THE MUD is a blog - a living book based on the Dzogchen teachings. Our teacher is life, and life is karma. We are all Buddhas in the mud of concepts. 
I never forget a face and how that person made me feel inside ! Which instantly determines the level of compassion given to them. “Honor thy parents ONLY if they are honorable !”