Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life - Season 1
1 - Man and Nature
Air Date: December 31, 1959
Is it man against nature, nature against man or should they all work together?
2 - Things and Thinks
Air Date: December 31, 1959
Reexamine separateness and oneness with Watts' unique insight into how we view existence.
3 - Time
Air Date: December 31, 1959
Rethink how you view time and plan for what's next in this piece about the now.
4 - The Void
Air Date: December 31, 1959
Could there be freedom in emptiness and answers in absolution?
5 - The Silent Mind
Air Date: December 31, 1959
Examine the idea of quieting not just the external voice but that which fills the mind when silence awaits.
6 - On Death
Air Date: December 31, 1959
Explore the true definition of death as well as rebirth.
7 - Recollection
Air Date: December 31, 1959
Examine the idea of individualism and the challenges it presents.
8 - Queries And Sources
Air Date: December 31, 1959
If this series or subject fascinates you, take advantage of Watts sharing his resources.
9 - Pain
Air Date: December 31, 1959
Redefine what pain is and what it means for the living.
10 - Nonsense
Air Date: December 31, 1959
Explore life without the harsh definitions of purpose placed on modern life throughout the world.
11 - On Being Vague
Air Date: December 31, 1959
Could there be more kindness, a softening, in the world with more vague and less concrete approaches?
12 - Law and Order
Air Date: December 31, 1959
Explore where natural intellect and modern agreements meet.
13 - Omnipotence
Air Date: December 31, 1959
Come to a better understanding of creating and nurturing.
14 - The Life of Zen
Air Date: December 31, 1960
Take a brief glimpse into the conversations and joy between guru and apprentice.
15 - Zen in Painting
Air Date: December 31, 1960
Examine the most basic of maneuvers: a brushstroke.
16 - Zen in Gardens and Architecture
Air Date: December 31, 1960
Learn from his extensive experience in incorporating nature's elements in intentional design.
17 - Zen In Fencing And Judo
Air Date: December 31, 1960
Enjoy a fascinating glimpse into the history of these disciplines.
18 - Buddhism And Christianity
Air Date: December 31, 1960
Having come from both practices, Watts encourages a dialogue and exploration of unity.