Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life
Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life
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Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life

1959
~9h / ep
1 season
18 episodes
DocumentaryRealityTalkComedy

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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Seasons

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.

  • Man and Nature

    1.Man and Nature

    31-12-19599h

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

  • Things and Thinks

    2.Things and Thinks

    31-12-19599h

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

  • Time

    3.Time

    31-12-19599h

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

  • The Void

    4.The Void

    31-12-19599h

    Could there be freedom in emptiness and answers in absolution?

  • The Silent Mind

    5.The Silent Mind

    31-12-19599h

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

  • On Death

    6.On Death

    31-12-19599h

    Explore the true definition of death as well as rebirth.

  • Recollection

    7.Recollection

    31-12-19599h

    Examine the idea of individualism and the challenges it presents.

  • Queries And Sources

    8.Queries And Sources

    31-12-19599h

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

  • Pain

    9.Pain

    31-12-19599h

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

  • Nonsense

    10.Nonsense

    31-12-19599h

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

  • On Being Vague

    11.On Being Vague

    31-12-19599h

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

  • Law and Order

    12.Law and Order

    31-12-19599h

    Explore where natural intellect and modern agreements meet.

  • Omnipotence

    13.Omnipotence

    31-12-19599h

    Come to a better understanding of creating and nurturing.

  • The Life of Zen

    14.The Life of Zen

    31-12-19609h

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

  • Zen in Painting

    15.Zen in Painting

    31-12-19609h

    Examine the most basic of maneuvers: a brushstroke.

  • Zen in Gardens and Architecture

    16.Zen in Gardens and Architecture

    31-12-19609h

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

  • Zen In Fencing And Judo

    17.Zen In Fencing And Judo

    31-12-19609h

    Enjoy a fascinating glimpse into the history of these disciplines.

  • Buddhism And Christianity

    18.Buddhism And Christianity

    31-12-19609h

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

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