The term 'energy body' refers to the subtle layer of our being that transcends physical form and is intricately connected to our life force and consciousness, a concept deeply explored within various spiritual traditions and meditative practices. It is both a perceptual and experiential phenomenon, an aspect of our existence that can be sensed through refined awareness, often during deep meditation. The energy body is not restricted by the boundaries of our physicality but instead encompasses a dynamic field of vitality, emotions, and mental states. This subtle body interacts with the external world, influenced by and influencing our environment, relationships, and internal processes. Engaging with and understanding the energy body can offer profound insights into the nature of self, bringing to light the fluid, interconnected essence of our true being beyond the confines of ordinary, material perception.
See also: dependent origination, conceptual framework, bodily experience, sexual energy, subtle body