We build much of our life on assumptions. Alan Watts has a beautiful way of dismantling those assumptions, letting us down gently and then painting a new vision on a new foundation. Although Alan Watts passed away nearly 50 years ago, his words continue to make sense in a time where common sense is lacking. I am currently working with Alan Watts' son on a graphic novel to illustrate the wisdom of Alan Watts. If there are specific Alan Watts speeches you love and would like to see in the book, please send them my way (Email info@afterskool.net). And if you want to help support this venture, please consider supporting After Skool on Patreon. Thank you. www.patreon.com/AfterSkool
Your Watts video "The Illusion of Time, Money and Ego" jump started my journey and changed my life forever. I'm so happy you keep returning to the Watts well, the man's already a genius and yet your art takes his words and provides a whole new context that imaginations can really grab on to...and it takes his elevated concepts and makes them so much easier to understand. I am in grateful awe.
It puts you into a state where nothing matters in a good way. You truly don't give a shit about anything and you're just happy as fuck as a result, because nothing matters. Nothing matters, nothing means anything, there's nothing to do, there's no point, there's no goal but there's also no boredom, there's no negative meanings attached to the meaninglessness, it's just perfectly meaningless and it's awesome. You're basically just like sitting like a cat on a windowsill enjoying whatever experience is before it, just being and it feels amazing.
@@Beastmaster8698 Who are you to label OP's experience as "not good"? He literally said it's awesome and amazing. And here you go categorizing and assigning things as bad.
I am bursting out of tears, I have been spending my whole life trying to find evidence that nothing matters, but forgetting I am the one who is making things matter. Because of all this overwhelming thinking, it lead to stress symptoms and depression. I tried my best to make sense of everything around me, trying to find my own meaning in life than questioning it again. The more I think, the more everything falls apart. I feel lost in this universe, trying to find the definite universal truth, getting stuck in perspective thinking. It's just so distressing to think that everything is just perspectives and nothing is actually true.
When I simply observe, that’s when I truly feel free. We have mental models to explain every single thing and we get caught up with words and symbols. What I used to call enlightenment was only a realization of what I am. Experience the totality of being my friends 🙏🏼 Thank you for the upload 👏🏼
We think with symbols, then we put words to the symbols. Metaphors and analogies (Symbols explained with words) also play a huge part in our understanding and this is deeply intertwined with our thought process
Ditto ❤ found Alan watts during depression and now have forever changed. I seek his guidance and insight to remind myself how to pull through hard times when I feel like I don't have the strength to do it on my own. Love you too stranger, Lev.
Although wonderfully calming and mellifluous, I’d wager it’s not his voice you love so much, rather the words he is saying. People are drawn to the things he is talking about because these things have a tendency to resonate with us all. And the reason they resonate with us all is because they’re speaking to an ultimate truth that we all know. Deep, deep down, far, far in our very selves. The ultimate and undeniable truth. The thing WE ALL long for and seek, via different means. Love, joy and peace. An end to any and all suffering.
Life shouldn't be, however all that surrounds us is complicated very complicated, most things can't be accurately and completely described in a one sentence answer. all sentient life is precious and fleeting. Some people just make life harder with their lust for power, aggression, confusion and ignorance.
When I was 19, meditations revealed a great truth. I saw with my own eyes how we are all connected. Then later on I saw How the more we try to quantify existence the more shortsighted we become. As children we get it. The world is colorful and one thing not parts. Then our societal enforcements systematically indoctrinate us into objectivism instead of subjectivism. Those people, that cloud, that land. Such sensibilities ain’t spiritually sustainable. It creates walls where there are none. It cheapens life to a heartbreaking degree
Absolutely. The more effort and resources we spend trying to "explore" the universe, the more disconnected we become from ourselves. We need to explore and master the "inside" before we explore beyond the Earth.
@@wendyyy5573 You start by shedding yourself of all pettiness and immaturity. No more beef (with anyone). No more triggers. No more harboring resentment. Letting go is much easier than holding on. And remember, this is not for others to behold. It’s for you and your inner peace. Meditation will bring it all together. The universe will reveal great spiritual truths once it sees you are ready to understand. Godspeed
@@AustinKoleCarlisle what about exploring things like research into how to manage illnesses and disabilities to give those with who have them a far better quality of life? Surely exploration of things like that is good to do?
@@jessanderson4419 there is no point in extending life if we remain unaware of it's purpose, and the purpose is within us, not simply living a long life because we're human and humans deserve to live long because we figured out how to use tools and animals didn't.
To the *incredible person* that's seeing this, I wish you all the best in life❤ don't over blame yourself, accept things and go forward. Don't let others define what “success” is for you. Get up, learn the skills needed and get after it, all the keys to a happy life is in your hands. Keep pushing.
Watts is the best of all philosophers, the master of Zen and synthesizer of Eastern and Western ideas! The more people learn from his speeches the happier and harmonious they’ll be as part of this magical universe, enjoying the musical that life is now!
I love listening to Alan Watts! Wish he was still alive giving his lectures. I can listen to him all day . He was a very intelligent man who knew what life & the world was all about & puts other professors to shame. 💯❤️
I listen to him at night... he helps me to sleep.. He was so 'Human' .. not always PC.. but 50 years ago, the world was a different place. He died when I was 17 years old, and wasn't in my life then. But now.. now is the right time to be in my life,.. I'm so grateful for his presence now...and to all the people that have recorded an released his lectures. Blessings to Everyone.
@@evyvon69 I wish.. but maybe in spirit.. I have a few favorite philosophers.. I call them my 'Boyfriends '.. they have all left this world.. but their stories resonate with me...
Dumbest speech I’ve ever heard. “Life isn’t complicated, it’s just hard to put it into words” Tell that to a doctor and he’ll laugh in your face. Life is complex because God is smart and we are dumb, simple concept.
@@buddy_132 I think you’re missing the point. He’s saying there’s no reason in wasting energy trying to fight life or think you’re going to understand it based solely on the human experience. It just is what it is and you will never be able to grab ahold of it.
Out of coincidence I was able to break through on a psychedelic experience and visually experience what he talks about here. We are all one, words can not go into how connected the universe is. The cycle of life and death and the kiss of forgetfulness that we get when we are able to let go of our ego, and be reborn again.
“And when you try to talk about the processes of nature, it’s not the processes of nature that are complicated. what’s complicated is trying to put them into words, why thats as complicated as trying to drink up the ocean with a fork”
Its amazing that a community of open minded thinkers and artists, whove created a series of videos full of interesting perceptions and facts, can share this stuff with everybody around the globe. It's truly a show for those who love learning something new and practicing mental and spiritual flexibility :) Blessed be
Ever since I was very young I vaguely remember wondering about what triggered my existence.. why I was living here on this rock and had responsibilities such as going to school and doing my chores... why I felt like I was so different from everyone else... After listening to Alan Watts I felt like someone understood my confusion and I wasn't alone. I hope you all find your purposes in life and we can all get through this together ❤️
When I was a child I had an epiphany of sorts. I was accustomed to seeing a clock in our kitchen, but one day I really "saw" it. I was aware of its presence on the wall, the flowers drawn on it, the shape of it. Before I could only see "a clock." I recognized it for its "meaning" its purpose, rather than actually seeing it. In this way we often see the world through a lens of interpreting things according to categories or stereotypes.
Just found this page and also recently learned about Alan watts. Currently dealing with depression and mental health, this gives me hope that I can get over my current state and just reading the comments makes me feel like I’m in the right place. Thank you for creating digestible content to accompany the good words of Alan Watts. 🙏🏾
I’ve been where you are and I promise you that if you continue to try and improve your situation, it will 100% get better. I was insanely depressed and felt like it would never go away. Got to the point where I was wanting to end it all. Never did tho, and now I’m happier than I’ve ever been. Just keep pushing! I don’t know you but the fact you’re watching this channel gives me a lot of faith that you’ll overcome this mental fog.
The Concept of Pralaya and Manvantara from Hindu Cosmology so accurately described by Mr Watts is spell binding. The east is a treasure trove of figuring out the universe, the west are the masters of material success. Both can learn so much from each other.
The purpose of life is to just live ✨ Thank you for another great video , Alan Watts has become my go-to. I hope this message reaches as many people who need it 🙏
When I was young I heard an older person complaining that in this world problems are always 'solved' by creating new problems. I didn't quiet understand it then but I always remembered it. I recently quit my job because I was over and over again getting this 'haven't-we-been-here-before' feeling .
The world itself is one single piece. But seemingly we're unable to draw any picture about the world, without cutting things into pieces our mind can cope with. The realisation of the world is rather a realisation of the observers limits. I really liked the video! Great work - thanks a lot!
I came across this video EXACTLY when I needed to hear it. Manifestation is a funny thing to observe as it's starting to unfold. Words and analysis will never capture that distinct feeling of alignment!
I am bursting out of tears, I have been spending my whole life trying to find evidence that nothing matters, but forgetting I am the one who is making things matter. Because of all this overwhelming thinking, it lead to stress symptoms and depression. I tried my best to make sense of everything around me, trying to find my own meaning in life than questioning it again. The more I think, the more everything falls apart. I feel lost in this universe, trying to find the definite universal truth, getting stuck in perspective thinking. It's just so distressing to think that everything is just perspectives and nothing is actually true.
Wow, I'm truly blown away by this video. I know it's 2 years old now at this point, but I've just discovered it and it's motivated me to learn more about Alan Watts. Thank you for all you do!
Thank you for this, After Skool! Your "Life is NOT a journey" video was my first Alan Watts lecture (4 years ago) and it changed my life. This one was also beautiful to watch.
Those who speak, do not know. Those who know, do not speak. Super insightful comment, honestly I was blown away reading that just now, holy crap. You’re full of wisdom.
This video taught me how to write fiction. I kept trying to overanalyze every aspect of a story/novel. It's why I could never finish it. I kept dissecting it and it gave me the illusion that I was writing a book. However, I was back where I began again and again. I was no closer than where I started. It's not complicated. Stop investigating. Stop overanalyzing and overthinking. Just write the damn thing. Do it from your heart and be honest.
To the first channel that I heard Alan Watts lectures - Afterskool, you guys are amazing. Watts has really been an influential figure in my life, so are you too guys ❤️
Thanks for making these concept approachable for young people, it's crazy how much a little bit of colour and illustration can do for attention span. Hopefully my little sister will actually listen to Alan now like I've been telling her!
The occasions that I've watched these videos, I am always in a sense of awe in the deliverance. My kinda skool...thanks for sharing part of this lecture, in this way! ✌️💚
I listened to this as a podcast with no visuals, and now I am watching this as a video. The ability to depict and illustrate The incredible knowledge and truth behind Allan watts and all the the other astounding people featured on this channel gives the lessons taught a beautiful completeness. Thank you Alan watts and thank you AfterSkool❤️
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We build much of our life on assumptions. Alan Watts has a beautiful way of dismantling those assumptions, letting us down gently and then painting a new vision on a new foundation. Although Alan Watts passed away nearly 50 years ago, his words continue to make sense in a time where common sense is lacking. I am currently working with Alan Watts' son on a graphic novel to illustrate the wisdom of Alan Watts. If there are specific Alan Watts speeches you love and would like to see in the book, please send them my way (Email info@afterskool.net). And if you want to help support this venture, please consider supporting After Skool on Patreon. Thank you. www.patreon.com/AfterSkool
RUclips unsubbed me from the channel .... im back 😃
Success for Alan is his legacy of recordings. His failure is his limited years on the planet. Our endownment: his love.
Keep up the great work
is patreon the only way we can support? thank you for all of your hard work
I don't always like Watts very much .... but this might be the best thing I have ever seen.
Your Watts video "The Illusion of Time, Money and Ego" jump started my journey and changed my life forever. I'm so happy you keep returning to the Watts well, the man's already a genius and yet your art takes his words and provides a whole new context that imaginations can really grab on to...and it takes his elevated concepts and makes them so much easier to understand. I am in grateful awe.
💯❣️
Same video spoke to me as well, cool to see I’m not the only one
@@ColemanGlascock I show that video to anyone who will listen. How cool we share a similar connection to that video and speech!
Next in line for listening would be Terence McKenna. simply put, it takes Watts’ words to a whole new level
Alan Watts changed my life too! 🧘🏻😇
Alan Watts, wherever you are, thank you for being.
I'd love to meet his soul if there's an afterlife
It puts you into a state where nothing matters in a good way. You truly don't give a shit about anything and you're just happy as fuck as a result, because nothing matters. Nothing matters, nothing means anything, there's nothing to do, there's no point, there's no goal but there's also no boredom, there's no negative meanings attached to the meaninglessness, it's just perfectly meaningless and it's awesome. You're basically just like sitting like a cat on a windowsill enjoying whatever experience is before it, just being and it feels amazing.
Perfectly said my friend
You've just described nihilism. Not good at all.
@@Beastmaster8698 Cum to Sweden and smoke DMT
@@Beastmaster8698 Who are you to label OP's experience as "not good"? He literally said it's awesome and amazing. And here you go categorizing and assigning things as bad.
I am bursting out of tears, I have been spending my whole life trying to find evidence that nothing matters, but forgetting I am the one who is making things matter. Because of all this overwhelming thinking, it lead to stress symptoms and depression. I tried my best to make sense of everything around me, trying to find my own meaning in life than questioning it again. The more I think, the more everything falls apart. I feel lost in this universe, trying to find the definite universal truth, getting stuck in perspective thinking. It's just so distressing to think that everything is just perspectives and nothing is actually true.
When I simply observe, that’s when I truly feel free. We have mental models to explain every single thing and we get caught up with words and symbols. What I used to call enlightenment was only a realization of what I am. Experience the totality of being my friends 🙏🏼
Thank you for the upload 👏🏼
Beautifully said.
That’s way too complicated
We think with symbols, then we put words to the symbols. Metaphors and analogies (Symbols explained with words) also play a huge part in our understanding and this is deeply intertwined with our thought process
A description is one step removed from reality. A mental barrier between consciousness and experience. ❤️ ✌🏼
The seer and the things seen
The secret that can’t be told :)
👉 The Connections (2021) [short documentary] 💖✌
@@ikaros4203 dont fucking talk about fight club bruh
so now description is a mental barrier rather than complementing experience?
I was depressed then I found Alan Watts, now I am enlightened, in love with life and you as well. Whoever you are, I love you ❤️
🧡God bless you💜
Ditto ❤ found Alan watts during depression and now have forever changed. I seek his guidance and insight to remind myself how to pull through hard times when I feel like I don't have the strength to do it on my own. Love you too stranger, Lev.
Well done Lev. Hats off 👏 ✌
hey same to u, my coffee is great
We💙you too.
Alan Wats is like the sober and eloquent version of the really high friend who just figured out the key to the universe.
Probably not sober.
@@pappajnm Far from sober.
He’s the drunken master
Hahahahaha Alan Watts IS that high friend. He's open about the fact he trips. Psychedelics
And just like that really high friend, they're talking out of their ass and didn't figure out the key to the universe.
There is something about his voice that makes me want to listen. Love the Alan Watts videos 💛
🤣🤣me too
👉 The Connections (2021) [short documentary] 💖✌
Its that 480p audio
Same!
His voice is so relaxing
Although wonderfully calming and mellifluous, I’d wager it’s not his voice you love so much, rather the words he is saying. People are drawn to the things he is talking about because these things have a tendency to resonate with us all. And the reason they resonate with us all is because they’re speaking to an ultimate truth that we all know. Deep, deep down, far, far in our very selves. The ultimate and undeniable truth. The thing WE ALL long for and seek, via different means. Love, joy and peace. An end to any and all suffering.
Best..Channel..Ever
Dear Alan was so ahead of his time and what a gift he was and still is. Thanks for giving his words a stage 🙏🏼
The title is correct. Life is not complicated, people make it complicated for themselves and others.
Life shouldn't be, however all that surrounds us is complicated very complicated, most things can't be accurately and completely described in a one sentence answer. all sentient life is precious and fleeting. Some people just make life harder with their lust for power, aggression, confusion and ignorance.
And the most important lesson that I have learned from all this: Smartphone bad! Nature Good!
the illustrator is amazing!!!!
When I was 19, meditations revealed a great truth. I saw with my own eyes how we are all connected. Then later on I saw How the more we try to quantify existence the more shortsighted we become.
As children we get it. The world is colorful and one thing not parts. Then our societal enforcements systematically indoctrinate us into objectivism instead of subjectivism. Those people, that cloud, that land.
Such sensibilities ain’t spiritually sustainable. It creates walls where there are none. It cheapens life to a heartbreaking degree
Absolutely. The more effort and resources we spend trying to "explore" the universe, the more disconnected we become from ourselves. We need to explore and master the "inside" before we explore beyond the Earth.
I am recently into this concept that we r one. Many masters seem to agree on this, but how can I experience this? Just meditation???
@@wendyyy5573
You start by shedding yourself of all pettiness and immaturity. No more beef (with anyone). No more triggers. No more harboring resentment. Letting go is much easier than holding on. And remember, this is not for others to behold. It’s for you and your inner peace. Meditation will bring it all together. The universe will reveal great spiritual truths once it sees you are ready to understand. Godspeed
@@AustinKoleCarlisle what about exploring things like research into how to manage illnesses and disabilities to give those with who have them a far better quality of life? Surely exploration of things like that is good to do?
@@jessanderson4419 there is no point in extending life if we remain unaware of it's purpose, and the purpose is within us, not simply living a long life because we're human and humans deserve to live long because we figured out how to use tools and animals didn't.
I discovered Alan Watts thanks to your channel and it has been such a journey so far... Thank you!
If you're into games, get a game called "Everything". That is what got me into Alan Watts. Check it out..
👉 The Connections (2021) [short documentary] 💖✌
Me too. Thank you!
To the *incredible person* that's seeing this, I wish you all the best in life❤ don't over blame yourself, accept things and go forward. Don't let others define what “success” is for you. Get up, learn the skills needed and get after it, all the keys to a happy life is in your hands. Keep pushing.
Thank you. Very inspirational. Cheers.
Thank you sir! Great advice.
Thank you!
Thank you and same to you 🙏🏻❤️💫
Namaste to you my fellow human being. May you live long and prosper.
Alan Watts: The Voice of Sanity.
Watts is the best of all philosophers, the master of Zen and synthesizer of Eastern and Western ideas! The more people learn from his speeches the happier and harmonious they’ll be as part of this magical universe, enjoying the musical that life is now!
I love listening to Alan Watts! Wish he was still alive giving his lectures. I can listen to him all day . He was a very intelligent man who knew what life & the world was all about & puts other professors to shame. 💯❤️
I listen to him at night... he helps me to sleep.. He was so 'Human' .. not always PC.. but 50 years ago, the world was a different place. He died when I was 17 years old, and wasn't in my life then. But now.. now is the right time to be in my life,.. I'm so grateful for his presence now...and to all the people that have recorded an released his lectures. Blessings to Everyone.
@@laurakeyse9944 were you related to Alan watts?
@@evyvon69 I wish.. but maybe in spirit.. I have a few favorite philosophers.. I call them my 'Boyfriends '.. they have all left this world.. but their stories resonate with me...
👉 The Connections (2021) [short documentary] 💖✌
@@laurakeyse9944 my girlfriend calls me Alan Watts sometimes, I am like him, I think like him
Watts is the 🐐. He definitely got it and was way before his time.
Yes, he was a prophet .. in his own way.
👉 The Connections (2021) [short documentary] 💖✌
Dumbest speech I’ve ever heard. “Life isn’t complicated, it’s just hard to put it into words”
Tell that to a doctor and he’ll laugh in your face. Life is complex because God is smart and we are dumb, simple concept.
@@buddy_132 I think you’re missing the point. He’s saying there’s no reason in wasting energy trying to fight life or think you’re going to understand it based solely on the human experience. It just is what it is and you will never be able to grab ahold of it.
confucious, lao tzu, etc...
Life is as simple as you make it out to be. BE EASY ON YOURSELF 🌱🌞
Thank you brother! 💛✨🙏
👉 The Connections (2021) [short documentary] 💖✌
Years ago Alan Watts saved me from myself! Bravo!
👉 The Connections (2021) [short documentary] 💖✌
Out of coincidence I was able to break through on a psychedelic experience and visually experience what he talks about here. We are all one, words can not go into how connected the universe is. The cycle of life and death and the kiss of forgetfulness that we get when we are able to let go of our ego, and be reborn again.
same here
Psychedelics are an incredible tool for empathy and understanding, of the world and for ourselves
i seriously burst out of tears watching this, thank you so much. it made me feel so much better.
Alan watts has that special ability to teach profound mystical lessons so eloquently :)
This man never ceases to amaze me. Legit live life in a much simpler way by listening to Alan watts.
Alan watts is the man. He offers you a perspective that is proably the truest of all.
Alan Watts, the best way to expand your thinking and living.
"The vehicle of words is a clumsy one" this rings so true.
“And when you try to talk about the processes of nature, it’s not the processes of nature that are complicated. what’s complicated is trying to put them into words, why thats as complicated as trying to drink up the ocean with a fork”
3am in Atlanta…Alan Watts and chill type of night
I always love a good Alan watts talk
Alan woke me up. I wish I discovered him sooner. He's a gem
Read autobiography of a yogi by paramhansa yogananda
I find now I can look up Watts at any time and it can be any video, the first that comes up, and it seems to be exactly what I needed to hear
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The Soul After Death
I needed this. I've been in such a cycle and the deja vu is intense.
Its amazing that a community of open minded thinkers and artists, whove created a series of videos full of interesting perceptions and facts, can share this stuff with everybody around the globe. It's truly a show for those who love learning something new and practicing mental and spiritual flexibility :) Blessed be
Alan Watts is for sure a life well lived. I must have had a ball when I was him!
Just finished a book of his The way of Zen....this guy is amazing to listen and read his work.
Ever since I was very young I vaguely remember wondering about what triggered my existence.. why I was living here on this rock and had responsibilities such as going to school and doing my chores... why I felt like I was so different from everyone else... After listening to Alan Watts I felt like someone understood my confusion and I wasn't alone. I hope you all find your purposes in life and we can all get through this together ❤️
he is describing the eyes of an artist... balance is the key...
I so much love your visualisations to Watt's speeches. It's wonderful that keep the wisdom of this extraordinary man accessible. Thank you!
Im exactly at this point and I literally find joy in everything.
When I was a child I had an epiphany of sorts. I was accustomed to seeing a clock in our kitchen, but one day I really "saw" it. I was aware of its presence on the wall, the flowers drawn on it, the shape of it. Before I could only see "a clock." I recognized it for its "meaning" its purpose, rather than actually seeing it. In this way we often see the world through a lens of interpreting things according to categories or stereotypes.
The same thing when I'm on the toilet and notice the little flower prints on the toilet paper
Alan Watts was the man.
Just found this page and also recently learned about Alan watts. Currently dealing with depression and mental health, this gives me hope that I can get over my current state and just reading the comments makes me feel like I’m in the right place. Thank you for creating digestible content to accompany the good words of Alan Watts. 🙏🏾
I’ve been where you are and I promise you that if you continue to try and improve your situation, it will 100% get better. I was insanely depressed and felt like it would never go away. Got to the point where I was wanting to end it all. Never did tho, and now I’m happier than I’ve ever been. Just keep pushing! I don’t know you but the fact you’re watching this channel gives me a lot of faith that you’ll overcome this mental fog.
Thanks for answering my question now i gonna find new question.
This intense complexity that we see in everything is created by our attempt to analyze it all- that hit
The Concept of Pralaya and Manvantara from Hindu Cosmology so accurately described by Mr Watts is spell binding.
The east is a treasure trove of figuring out the universe, the west are the masters of material success. Both can learn so much from each other.
Alan Watts' lectures are always so comforting =)
Thanks !
Stay alive and do more videos , all good !
The purpose of life is to just live ✨ Thank you for another great video , Alan Watts has become my go-to. I hope this message reaches as many people who need it 🙏
When I was young I heard an older person complaining that in this world problems are always 'solved' by creating new problems. I didn't quiet understand it then but I always remembered it.
I recently quit my job because I was over and over again getting this 'haven't-we-been-here-before' feeling .
The world itself is one single piece. But seemingly we're unable to draw any picture about the world, without cutting things into pieces our mind can cope with. The realisation of the world is rather a realisation of the observers limits. I really liked the video! Great work - thanks a lot!
I cried listening to this!
I'm infinitely thankful to be able to educate myself thanks to this channel while I'm still young
Thank you ....
This channel deserves so much more credit. You guys are brilliant.
This was nice to start my afternoon with. Thank you.
I just simply love the visuals of these videos, they impress me every time. Thank you for the great content!
The illustration’s have levelled up BIG TIME 👏
I came across this video EXACTLY when I needed to hear it. Manifestation is a funny thing to observe as it's starting to unfold. Words and analysis will never capture that distinct feeling of alignment!
I am bursting out of tears, I have been spending my whole life trying to find evidence that nothing matters, but forgetting I am the one who is making things matter. Because of all this overwhelming thinking, it lead to stress symptoms and depression. I tried my best to make sense of everything around me, trying to find my own meaning in life than questioning it again. The more I think, the more everything falls apart. I feel lost in this universe, trying to find the definite universal truth, getting stuck in perspective thinking. It's just so distressing to think that everything is just perspectives and nothing is actually true.
You're right Alan, it's not. But what you fail to mention is that society and other people complicate it.
The greatest wordsmith ever in my opinion
Life is hard and cruel. The ones who can say that life is not hard had it easy. Good on you.
I’ve been listening to Mr Watts for two years now and there’s always new content to be found. It’s fantastic!
Was sent to watch this by a friend idk what to think
Wow, I'm truly blown away by this video. I know it's 2 years old now at this point, but I've just discovered it and it's motivated me to learn more about Alan Watts. Thank you for all you do!
Best page ever
Thank you. Just what I needed to hear today (and every day!)
Such a beautiful tribute to one of Alan Watts' great lectures
Exquisite how you put together Alan Watts' profound words with your unique and, tender imaging.
Very grateful.
One of the best yet!!!!!!
"Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated" - Confucius
"I farted" - Confucius
Thank you again for yet another wonderful video.
Thanks
I could sit and listen Alan Watts for days. His perspective is absolutely genuine 👍👍😎🤟🤟♒️
Thank you for this, After Skool! Your "Life is NOT a journey" video was my first Alan Watts lecture (4 years ago) and it changed my life. This one was also beautiful to watch.
yes more Alan Watts videos! 🕊
As Above So Below, As Within So Without
Those who speak, do not know. Those who know, do not speak. Super insightful comment, honestly I was blown away reading that just now, holy crap. You’re full of wisdom.
Explanation helps you understand
Helps you understand someone else's explanation..
This video taught me how to write fiction. I kept trying to overanalyze every aspect of a story/novel. It's why I could never finish it. I kept dissecting it and it gave me the illusion that I was writing a book. However, I was back where I began again and again. I was no closer than where I started. It's not complicated. Stop investigating. Stop overanalyzing and overthinking. Just write the damn thing. Do it from your heart and be honest.
A good life is simple because simple is beautiful since simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication
Incredible as always, family. Thank you. All my love.
Thank you so much.... thank you and thank you once again...
To the first channel that I heard Alan Watts lectures - Afterskool, you guys are amazing. Watts has really been an influential figure in my life, so are you too guys ❤️
when i ever i find myself at my lowest you drop another banger
I always like when you do Alan Watts videos.
We gotta take up his torch and spread the words of meaning!
Great videos! This is so much needed in our society… there’s so much anger driven by high levels of ignorance.
Thank you! 🙂
Thanks for making these concept approachable for young people, it's crazy how much a little bit of colour and illustration can do for attention span. Hopefully my little sister will actually listen to Alan now like I've been telling her!
Your art brings so much life to these videos. Thank you.
The occasions that I've watched these videos, I am always in a sense of awe in the deliverance. My kinda skool...thanks for sharing part of this lecture, in this way! ✌️💚
This has just been the video that I've enjoyed watching the most for ages!
Alan Watt enlightened person thank you after skool💚
What fantastic timing. Thank you
The meaning of life is subjective to each individual. That's what makes it worth living.
I listened to this as a podcast with no visuals, and now I am watching this as a video. The ability to depict and illustrate The incredible knowledge and truth behind Allan watts and all the the other astounding people featured on this channel gives the lessons taught a beautiful completeness. Thank you Alan watts and thank you AfterSkool❤️
6:31 This is the most beautiful drawing that I have ever seen you do.