Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life

1959
Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life

Seasons & Episodes

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EP1 Man and Nature Dec 31, 1959

Is it man against nature, nature against man or should they all work together?

EP2 Things and Thinks Dec 31, 1959

Reexamine separateness and oneness with Watts' unique insight into how we view existence.

EP3 Time Dec 31, 1959

Rethink how you view time and plan for what's next in this piece about the now.

EP4 The Void Dec 31, 1959

Could there be freedom in emptiness and answers in absolution?

EP5 The Silent Mind Dec 31, 1959

Examine the idea of quieting not just the external voice but that which fills the mind when silence awaits.

EP6 On Death Dec 31, 1959

Explore the true definition of death as well as rebirth.

EP7 Recollection Dec 31, 1959

Examine the idea of individualism and the challenges it presents.

EP8 Queries And Sources Dec 31, 1959

If this series or subject fascinates you, take advantage of Watts sharing his resources.

EP9 Pain Dec 31, 1959

Redefine what pain is and what it means for the living.

EP10 Nonsense Dec 31, 1959

Explore life without the harsh definitions of purpose placed on modern life throughout the world.

EP11 On Being Vague Dec 31, 1959

Could there be more kindness, a softening, in the world with more vague and less concrete approaches?

EP12 Law and Order Dec 31, 1959

Explore where natural intellect and modern agreements meet.

EP13 Omnipotence Dec 31, 1959

Come to a better understanding of creating and nurturing.

EP14 The Life of Zen Dec 31, 1960

Take a brief glimpse into the conversations and joy between guru and apprentice.

EP15 Zen in Painting Dec 31, 1960

Examine the most basic of maneuvers: a brushstroke.

EP16 Zen in Gardens and Architecture Dec 31, 1960

Learn from his extensive experience in incorporating nature's elements in intentional design.

EP17 Zen In Fencing And Judo Dec 31, 1960

Enjoy a fascinating glimpse into the history of these disciplines.

EP18 Buddhism And Christianity Dec 31, 1960

Having come from both practices, Watts encourages a dialogue and exploration of unity.
Synopsis

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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