Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life (1959)

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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.

First Air Date: 1959-12-31

Last Air Date: 1960-12-31

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 18

Created By: Alan Watts

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Alan Watts as Alan Watts

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None (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.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Man and Nature (1959-12-31)

Is it man against nature, nature against man or should they all work together?
Ep. 2: Things and Thinks (1959-12-31)

Reexamine separateness and oneness with Watts' unique insight into how we view existence.
Ep. 3: Time (1959-12-31)

Rethink how you view time and plan for what's next in this piece about the now.
Ep. 4: The Void (1959-12-31)

Could there be freedom in emptiness and answers in absolution?
Ep. 5: The Silent Mind (1959-12-31)

Examine the idea of quieting not just the external voice but that which fills the mind when silence awaits.
Ep. 6: On Death (1959-12-31)

Explore the true definition of death as well as rebirth.
Ep. 7: Recollection (1959-12-31)

Examine the idea of individualism and the challenges it presents.
Ep. 8: Queries And Sources (1959-12-31)

If this series or subject fascinates you, take advantage of Watts sharing his resources.
Ep. 9: Pain (1959-12-31)

Redefine what pain is and what it means for the living.
Ep. 10: Nonsense (1959-12-31)

Explore life without the harsh definitions of purpose placed on modern life throughout the world.
Ep. 11: On Being Vague (1959-12-31)

Could there be more kindness, a softening, in the world with more vague and less concrete approaches?
Ep. 12: Law and Order (1959-12-31)

Explore where natural intellect and modern agreements meet.
Ep. 13: Omnipotence (1959-12-31)

Come to a better understanding of creating and nurturing.
Ep. 14: The Life of Zen (1960-12-31)

Take a brief glimpse into the conversations and joy between guru and apprentice.
Ep. 15: Zen in Painting (1960-12-31)

Examine the most basic of maneuvers: a brushstroke.
Ep. 16: Zen in Gardens and Architecture (1960-12-31)

Learn from his extensive experience in incorporating nature's elements in intentional design.
Ep. 17: Zen In Fencing And Judo (1960-12-31)

Enjoy a fascinating glimpse into the history of these disciplines.
Ep. 18: Buddhism And Christianity (1960-12-31)

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

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