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Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life

Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life Season 1: Episode Guide & Ratings

Season 1 Plot

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.

Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life Season 1 aired on December 31st, 1959.

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Season 1 Episodes

1. Man and Nature

December 31st, 19599 hr

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

2. Things and Thinks

December 31st, 19599 hr

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

3. Time

December 31st, 19599 hr

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

4. The Void

December 31st, 19599 hr

Could there be freedom in emptiness and answers in absolution?

5. The Silent Mind

December 31st, 19599 hr

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

6. On Death

December 31st, 19599 hr

Explore the true definition of death as well as rebirth.

7. Recollection

December 31st, 19599 hr

Examine the idea of individualism and the challenges it presents.

8. Queries And Sources

December 31st, 19599 hr

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

9. Pain

December 31st, 19599 hr

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

10. Nonsense

December 31st, 19599 hr

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

11. On Being Vague

December 31st, 19599 hr

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

12. Law and Order

December 31st, 19599 hr

Explore where natural intellect and modern agreements meet.

13. Omnipotence

December 31st, 19599 hr

Come to a better understanding of creating and nurturing.

14. The Life of Zen

December 31st, 19609 hr

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

15. Zen in Painting

December 31st, 19609 hr

Examine the most basic of maneuvers: a brushstroke.

16. Zen in Gardens and Architecture

December 31st, 19609 hr

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

17. Zen In Fencing And Judo

December 31st, 19609 hr

Enjoy a fascinating glimpse into the history of these disciplines.

18. Buddhism And Christianity

December 31st, 19609 hr

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