Alan Watts on Being Alive

[@kiethrichard5330]

I get excited everytime I hear him speak a sentence I haven't heard. I know it will be amazing.

[@HAllen-lk3px]

Truth been listening to him since I turned 22 I’m 30 now love to hear new but old because I have forgotten.

[@W3irdS33D]

@@HAllen-lk3px legit saved me, from myself

[@lovmuzik99]

I cant help but say even with all the pain and suffering with happiness and sadness all the tragedy ups and downs. Life is still a gift and worth living. I love you all.🙏

[@lewisbrass8894]

I love too

[@michaelmaus9110]

agree

[@jesal21]

God or not, the fact that you are an outcome of the universe shows one thing: you are the universe looking back on itself, as Carl Sagan said.

[@ShakinJamacian]

Sagan and Watts are probably my very favorite duo at explaining ideas and possibilities of the universe that all of us are a part of. I hope the younger generation learns from great men like them.

[@SargentandGreenLeaf]

I had an extreme mushroom trip about 8 months ago, and in that moment I experienced timelessness spacelessness I was the beginning the of the time the end of time all events in between, exploding volcanos and supernovas, all power in the universe was flowing through me in that moment, I ripped my shirt off at one point and was screaming at the top of my lungs, and my friend said it looked like I had just injected steroids, I was portaling myself and whoever was in the room through dimensions with me, literally changing the entire world. Later I was removed completely from my ego, I was absolutely nothing I was a red ungulating cloud, in that moment I realized its all bullshit, its all fake, I couldn't believe it, I literally said out loud "wow", in that moment I realized I was god, that we all are, and that we are all experiencing this psychosis of believing you are who are, and believing this world is real. Its goes beyond that, to the answer of why all of this is here, but I wont tell you that answer, as I don't want to create immense sadness and anger in you, youll find that truth soon enough I don't need to ruin this game of life for you

[@wetalkinb0utpractice]

SargentandGreenLeaf explain please

[@intertribalalliancemovemen1587]

so since you know the answer does that mean your life is ruined?

[@KanekiKojo]

Am I the only one interested in hearing more on this?

[@juicearibe]

I just love this man wow.

[@TheNeilDarby]

+Jay Thystrup Same here.

[@lolhaha6552]

its crazy when you realize that he is dead

[@JustinChiodini]

+Lol Haha who dies?

[@lolhaha6552]

Everyone dies

[@juicearibe]

A soul on the plain.

[@NoxDeadly]

Consciousness is the greatest magic trick ever known

[@aidencurl]

Are you watching closely?

[@rahulmohanan2026]

Damn that hits hard once you know you are nothing but an illusion created by your brain.

[@Tonyrg1988]

@@rahulmohanan2026 you are the illusion illusioning itself

[@Iceman-xe7jo]

@@rahulmohanan2026 I wouldn’t say we’re nothing but an illusion. We are a makeup of chemistry and physics which makes up our mass. It’s not just in our heads. We are a lot of both. Life is real and so is the illusions that we create.

[@megaphilobeddoe5602]

Thank you Alan Watts.

[@Racye-bf7vn]

He will be missed.

[@mindasriver8408]

"You've got to say 'yes' to what happens."

[@bryangill9507]

Why are we here!? Because we are here! Roll the Bones! Take your chance and give yourself the honor that you deserve and be well.

[@EMail-mt1kr]

Are these Rush lyrics?

[@remiborgen8925]

This man amazes me.

[@suzannewoitowich]

Alan Watts really knows his stuff

[@TheNeilDarby]

+suzannewoitowich "stuff" - Life

[@metaloper]

I live in Venezuela, so maybe im not going to be alive to much longer. In this kind of situation you begin to look inside yourself and the messaage of Alan Watts give me peace. Keep the good work, this videos give strenght to people that are living truly hard times.

[@lIashIl]

The religion of the future will be a cosmic religion. It should transcend personal God and avoid dogma and theology. Covering both the natural and the spiritual, it should be based on a religious sense arising from the experience of all things natural and spiritual as a meaningful unity. Buddhism answers this description. If there is any religion that could cope with modern scientific needs it would be Buddhism. - Albert Einstein

[@frankleh9841]

Mr Wizdumb nice quote, troll squirtle!

[@planjane69]

I doubt Einstein sayed this exactly, but he sayed something not so different than this.

[@letsresethumanity1983]

This man was the best. His spoken words is what saves my life over and over again. I'm still here and alive thanks to him.

[@jontraderfx5807]

He's work should be required reading in every school.

[@piehamcake1]

You sound like a dictator, maybe hitler

[@tashilhamu4510]

tears me up

[@Deimitirjs]

I found my guide to brighter future, thank you Alan Watts and thank you TJOP for shearing! All I need to do is stick with this idea and finally do something for humanity.

[@ragamuf]

Internet Love this outlook. How goes your contribution?

[@TheJourneyofPurpose]

Thanks for your opinion timeman. I understand where you are coming from. We are indeed physically mortal and we should not elevate our pride to divine level and glorify ourselves as this is foolish. However to know that you are part of the universe as a whole is very humbling and creates great significance in an individual.

[@davidtate166]

my eyes are tear ing. up I love his ideas on life . allan watts .

[@willowvc1910]

An incredibly spiritual, wise and intelligent human xxx ❤️❤️❤️

[@AJonesFitness]

this video is beautiful

[@mikepastore7329]

When you realize we are all the same energy, we are all the universe, and we are all god. You will be free.

[@ninagradinski5220]

speaking some truth

[@wallacebankley3384]

So much inspiration Shunnu, my neighbors are happy with your music, and car driveing.Eating at india soul food restaurants

[@Carly8Corday]

He is sweet and brilliant. "I didn't ask for it, take it away." So apt. (Here in the West, I mean.)

[@martinlundin3106]

You got to say yes, to what happens. Words to live by!

[@certifiedstreetnigga1683]

It's so beautiful

[@thomasmoorcroft8036]

love Alan watts 👍

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Lovely video, thanks for making it. Alan Watts always makes me understand the principle of signlessness a little better. Mindful greetings, Simple Happy Zen

[@ruhtra619]

Great job with this video. This is the first time I've truly enjoyed having images and music paired with Alan Watts. Thanks a lot yall...love this.

[@Akashian123]

Nicely spoken by Alan!

[@TheJourneyofPurpose]

I think our understanding of "God" has been skewed to our own imagination, rather that what actually is. Typically one may view God as a great being in heaven who created, control, and take us to heaven/hell after we die. I dont' think Alan Watts views God in this sense, rather, an eternal energy, which we are a part of it in individuated form. Like a droplet of water is still the ocean. So we are expressions of energy (God) in human form and the universe is only complete with both you and I

[@surajvengala2119]

When life gives lemons, dont just make lemonade enjoy the ride while listening to this great man.

[@CharlesVeitch]

this video cured my nihilism

[@simplyBADASS]

"Everybody is fundamentally the ultimate reality, not god in a politicly kingly sense, but god in the sense of being the self, the deep down whatever there is. You and I are all as much continuous with the physical universe as a wave is continuous with the ocean." - Alan Watts -Alan Watts.

[@madrob103]

Great story

[@Roguetropaz]

Thank you!

[@dunstonchecksinful]

Stop taking Alan Watts so seriously. You may take him sincerely! But not seriously.

[@distortedflameingic]

dunstonchecksinful what does this mean?

[@FamiliarEvils]

Alan Watts speaks more or less in metaphors, and likes the act of talking, so in turn spends a lot of time "embellishing" his words. He's getting across ideas, not scientific facts. That's the point I think Dunst was making.

[@ravisoodi]

Yes dunstonchecksinful yes!

[@parikjan]

I remember Alan Watts talked about this once where people usually tell someone they are "serious" about something but instead they are sincere about it. For example, if I find a woman beautiful and I tell her that she is beautiful, she might ask "are you serious?" But truthfully I'm not "serious" about it I'm just being sincere telling her that. He used a very similar example I forgot which lecture it was from though.

[@albertmerlew]

dunstonchecksinful only true alan watts' fans will get this 😂😂

[@cob571]

Here for the music and video clips.

[@honestmicky]

Excellent video, thanks for posting, much appreciated : )

[@LennartEendebak]

Music is Goldmund - Finding It There.

[@ruhtra619]

There is no we or you. When I read your comment this is what I hear: I am just a tool. That is why I am here. I was born and learned to be a tool in society, then I'll bring more tools into this world and raise them to be good tools. That is why I am here. I find no meaning in life so that's how I interpret alan watts. I live for the sake of living, holding onto life in fear of what becomes of me when I die. Even though it cannot be avoided, I still cling to this pathetic life as long as I can.

[@exp0ne1]

I understand what you are saying. I personally think that this is not about us being proud, but pure and loving to everything and everyone and in general have nothing but loving mind. I would just like to invite you to be open to the possibility that in a non material way, we are eternal. Just think about it, and most importantly, think for yourself.

[@Wolfman7870]

Thanks for this.

[@ShioriWhitefeather]

Is anyone else having trouble with the audio on this one? :(

[@kevinreed95]

Is it kind of cutting out for you? I was wondering why that was happening to me!

[@Spacebull]

Yes, the sound is weird.

[@joesmith389]

Sounds like me. I have never felt like I belong in this universe. I don’t think like others. I don’t do things other people do or say things other people say. I’m awkward in all situations. Humans are a strange bunch. They’ll praise you for doing something in one situation and chastise you for doing that same thing in another situation. I’ve always felt like Greg in Meet the Parents. You’re damned if you do and damned if you don’t. Either they know something that I don’t or I know something that they don’t. I’m usually screwed either way so what’s the point lol. Hey maybe that’s the point.

[@erickdub5977]

How you getting on now? I hope you’ve found more peace. I promise you will find something that gives you purpose, a place where you truly feel you belong. Took me a while, but I was very fortunate to find a life partner many years ago , children and a wonderful dog , life can be cruel and confusing. But also amazing incredible and loving.

[@ArtVandelayOfficial]

Greg from Meet the Parents! That's a great reference and so true You're not the only one with these feelings brother,all we can do is ride the wave and hopefully not fall off 👍

[@changeisnowpeople]

touching...

[@jonathanm4880]

Does anyone know where i might get new material of this great mind? I think i have listened to every piece of work of his on youtube 1000 times, and while its still fun , some new stuff would be delightful..

[@drdetroitcity]

I can tell you the meaning of life: A lot of it is self-evident, as ALL Life indicates its own meaning and purpose seeing that it evidences itself in the consistencies that display across all life. All life grows, progresses and learns. All creatures seek contentment, peace and happiness. All life seeks to progress itself by procreating / multiplying itself and helping others - mainly its own - to also progress. Our life is Not predestined. We progress and find happiness as we choose correctly and continue to grow. You might enjoy my upcoming book, "Winning", DH Towers. released August 2015 [Pub. Xlibris]

[@drdetroitcity]

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[@treyakasprings]

DH Dowi blar. Blarrrrrrrr bore offffffff

[@madhiazhaganranjith5112]

Yes

[@emmanuelzozobrado5981]

True

[@bq4454]

When Alan Watts talked about god, it wasn't the god presented in the bible, but more the consciousness of the universe which we are all a part of. God in the biblical sense strikes me as the alienated individual Alan watts speaks of in this video.

[@RP-yd7tj]

Daily doses of Alan Watts is what every doctor should prescribe

[@TheJourneyofPurpose]

If you are referring to divinity in us, then this makes sense. However according to wikipedia's definition of "glorification of a subject to divine level" I might disagree as I don't think humanity should be glorifying themselves. In such case an individual may separate from the rest of the energy in the process of self glorification

[@waller2476]

You are not your body or your taughts you are the energy that puts. The millions of atoms together that form your body, this energy like all energy cannot be destroyed we are eternal we are / we are all there is and ever shall be , spiritual beings having a human experience

[@gcsurfer100]

Typing while listening. It is important to understand. To be one with god can be like zen or in the moment. it is intimate. why can we drop in and out of it? Yeh, i feel alien, I feel hostile. Yep, I do bulldoze everything and a trouble maker. Yes, thats how i feel, just brought into this place. I didnt ask for this. I blamed everyone. I blamed myself. Please take it away... but wait!! Assume responsibility? How do I say yes to what happens? The birth of acceptance i think?

[@DSticksDabs710]

The video for this is nice and all, but the message honestly hits me harder if I close my eyes and let the memories of life i've cultivated to this point flash by, that's really all this video is right? Life.

[@onlythistube]

Why should I take responsibility for sthg I didn't choose and want? Why should I take responsibility if the only thing I can do is "saying Yes to what happens"? Should I accept everything I cannot change or "take away"? Can I not choose change? Change for even the better? How can I just accept unjustice and cruelty?

[@MegaLBreezy]

Justice and cruelty are concepts routed in literature/ words. YOU, are not literature.

[@motormusic1]

Such a shame..... that this inspirational man can save so many souls but some people (even me) just need to be able to talk to him in order to find clear within the fog

[@westburyadam]

Keep listening. It will come.

[@thirdeyesee23]

ichabod smith's comments and many more people interpret this as Alan saying that humans are gods. What he is saying is in no way a Humanist philosophy, but rather a philosophy of reality. The western view of the word "god" is of a creator, someone who MAKES all of the details. What Alan and the eastern philosophies teach is that God IS the details, not some separate entity who created the universe. Alan says a lot "You and god are one." Well the definition of "you" he is referring to is that "you" can't exist without everything else, so you and everything else are one. Therefore, The statement "YOU and God are one" means everything is one, or connected. Science has proven this as well. The atoms and sub atomic particles look the same throughout the whole universe.

[@embersmcbellows4818]

Well said my friend! ;-) Leave Ichabod and the reverend to there delusions. They will happily live in their own ignorance and warped beliefs

[@TheJourneyofPurpose]

Daydream by Mario-M

[@hockey27100]

We are the universe experiencing itself.

[@drummertimmy100]

just energy changing frequency, However "mortal" this frequency is, we ,each of us, individually, by the lives we live, have had tremendous effects on the universe as a whole. Energy never dies, it just changes frequency.

[@rogerlin9602]

Realize that you are God or one with God. This means you are intimately bound up with universal energy. If you don't feel this way, then you are a stranger, alien and hostile to the world. Thanks Alan. 🎯🎂🌎🎁🐧🦋💖👍🤠🌈🌾🐘

[@ranbirsingh7666]

Iam here during 2020 Covid-19 lockdown.

[@xTenshiAi]

we are the universe expressing itself as a human for a little while

[@Cicuta__]

Please please tell me the outro music? Alan Watts, now there's a man of thought!

[@kristiansullivan1216]

65 thousand views pfft this video needs 65 million views!

[@westburyadam]

I am God, just like you are. You can keep pretending you're not. It's up to you. This state of being did not create pride. My experience has been humility. Love and Light my friend. :)

[@eddieaguilar3159]

❤

[@ks8423]

Well said my friend, was never 100% on that one.

[@omegasue]

we are gods/godesses in the making .... as above so below.

[@kristine8338]

To me Judaism brought me back Home : in my heart, body and soul ! ✡️

[@savethehumans7300]

Isaac is a natural.

[@brycelynch2306]

God is the universe and our soul pilots the vessel but god is the vessel. We share life and are not alone while we live. Every life shapes our soul to be more in the next life. Know though that being alive is being with god as we share its universe. Maybe one day we shall grow into a universe ourselves and share with all the new pilots…

[@JC-je3jc]

Goldmund

[@TaylorTauaWisdomFaithAction]

Thank you theJourneyofPurpose TJOP

[@JonnyMarshall5]

What's the music?

[@muhafizali14]

Finding it there - goldmung

[@CanMetan]

Ha.... Ha.... Ha.... Ha...... Stayin' alive. Stayin' alive. Well Somebody had to do that.

[@jugeenius7]

Cool, you put in some footage from Ozora ;-)))

[@csl4ever1989]

I am me and he is me

[@slave2tyranny]

1:26 HOLY SHIT! It's like he just smacked me in the back of my friggin head!

[@AB9511PSNVIDZ]

Yeah audio problem for me to... Thought it was my phone but other kids play fine :-\

[@kindofsimplereally]

I recognize footage from Ron Fricke's films here, not sure if Samsara or Baracka, am I right?

[@blkcpdconure]

This is the 'Force' If you don't take this stuff too serious and have an open mind.

[@Polish2075]

Many people could take it as: "We, humans are Gods". But what, in my understanding, Alan Watts is saying is, we are all a God. Not God in a well known sense with all the meanings attached. BUt a God, a conscious creative energy that expresses itself through every living organism. Everything we see, including ourselves is this energy with which we can create through our focus and intention. Our collective consciousness needs to evolve so we create life instead of destroying it.

[@OmegaPsiPhi0]

Karma ✨

[@Maximiliantravels]

Let me answer with these words from the song: 'Heaven is a place where nothing ever happens' (Talking Heads - 'Heaven'). But as a first step toward blissful nothingness I'd like to throw out of the window basic necessities such as water, food, shelter and eventually the reproductive instinct.

[@TheJourneyofPurpose]

May I ask, what is your ideal view of reality?

[@idahoplantguy9027]

My idea is that whatever the reason for us being here is, it's bigger than we can even concieve or comprehend. Our intelligence level is not one that can grasp the true nature of reality, existence, and consciousness. I think that it's a network of consciousness that is able to experience itself in different planes of existence and our plane of existence is as humans on a planet called earth.

[@MegaFzx]

All is one. This is the point. You are created within and by the universe as part of itself, so therefore you are the universe. You are not seperate from it - you are it and it is you. If you think then the universe thinks. The universe is pretty smart to have created you. If you keep denying that fact then you are extremely dim and need a little enlightening because that is the way it is.

[@atlehman69]

Those who like alan watts would also like Terrence Mckenna... check him out he's all over youtube and he's awesome.

[@an.unarmed.civilian]

What is the track that plays at the end with that funky bassline?

[@evanmcgregor145]

Can anyone tell me the name of the lecture this is from? I would like to listen to it without the music.

[@DEBUNKER1990]

the "you have to wake up" at 3:35 sounds sooo unlike Alan Watts :P

[@MrDanTheManWhat]

I usually get most of Alan Watts talks but not this one. Anyone care to elaborate?

[@zen.artgallerysenay]

4 am couldn't sleep.

[@shadowprism1]

Does anyone know to what lecture does this fragment belong to?

[@dorfeyfiy8903]

Which lecture is this taken from? Thanks!

[@Carly8Corday]

LIFE is not the same everywhere, especially as you leave the West, heading East. One size fitting all in the "It's So Beautiful!" department is a spoiled thoughtless Western idea, a sock that fits few other feet than ours. How it must take our lazy minds off the 10-year-old slave girl sold to a man in Sudan. And so on. But don't let it bring y'all down! I'm sure it won't, since I can't set it to music. This is criticism not of Alan Watts or this good Channel, but the bulk of self-pleased, misconstruing commenters.

[@Jessica-bp6lc]

Is human consciousness the soul of the earth?

[@rolan8778]

What's wrong with the audio ?? Please fix this I would like to here this....