Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life (1959)
Join Alan Watts in season one of On Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life. His inaugural season introduces and begins to break down our understanding of what is and what could be.
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Is it man against nature, nature against man or should they all work together?
Reexamine separateness and oneness with Watts' unique insight into how we view existence.
Rethink how you view time and plan for what's next in this piece about the now.
Could there be freedom in emptiness and answers in absolution?
Examine the idea of quieting not just the external voice but that which fills the mind when silence awaits.
Explore the true definition of death as well as rebirth.
Examine the idea of individualism and the challenges it presents.
If this series or subject fascinates you, take advantage of Watts sharing his resources.
Redefine what pain is and what it means for the living.
Explore life without the harsh definitions of purpose placed on modern life throughout the world.
Could there be more kindness, a softening, in the world with more vague and less concrete approaches?
Explore where natural intellect and modern agreements meet.
Come to a better understanding of creating and nurturing.
Take a brief glimpse into the conversations and joy between guru and apprentice.
Examine the most basic of maneuvers: a brushstroke.
Learn from his extensive experience in incorporating nature's elements in intentional design.
Enjoy a fascinating glimpse into the history of these disciplines.
Having come from both practices, Watts encourages a dialogue and exploration of unity.
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