“Trying to define yourself is like trying to bite your own teeth.” ― Alan Watts

@Jessica-qv8yg

3 жыл бұрын

We are not stagnant energy, we recreate ourselves constantly. It's called evolution.

@truenorthaffirmations7049

3 жыл бұрын

Or look at your own head

@Danskadreng

3 жыл бұрын

The Godhead is never an object of its own knowledge. Just as a knife doesn't cut itself, fire doesn't burn itself, light doesn't illuminate itself. It's always an endless mystery to itself. - Alan Watts

@mjolninja9358

3 жыл бұрын

@john Hyyd its not what he is but what he does, thats why his name was “Question everything” lol

@CharlieTooHuman

3 жыл бұрын

What if some of my teeth fall out, I can bite and chew on them then, yeah? 😁

“Your visions will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.” ― Carl Gustav Jung

@Kaynos

3 жыл бұрын

Hard to tell it in any better way.

@onclebob2178

3 жыл бұрын

Are you sure ? Did you do it?

@dingorex

3 жыл бұрын

Impossible to see logically or metaphorically into "your own heart" and not see sin in need of a sacrifice. Eastern thought (cough cough) ignores guilt.

@theonegreatiamawakening

3 ай бұрын

Absolute truth!!!

“We seldom realize, for example that our most private thoughts and emotions are not actually our own. For we think in terms of languages and images which we did not invent, but which were given to us by our society.” ― Alan Watts

@magednosseir8304

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@lilypond5158

3 жыл бұрын

@Fernando Deveze This is why I find whenever people have arguments and you can't pinpoint the disagreement. It's actually just because they interpret a word or concept differently. It's super frustrating if you can't figure this out.

@lilypond5158

3 жыл бұрын

@Fernando Deveze This situation you're describing gives me flashbacks to old disagreements lol. The more you learn😏 Languege really does impact how you think greatly doesn't it ?

@lilypond5158

3 жыл бұрын

@Fernando Deveze It's not that you're talking about something erelevant, it's that you've found the true reason behind the argument. Sometimes people fight and don't even realize what they're fighting about, it's all just emotional and you say random things that can make you win... I've done this too to be honest.

@therussmeister

3 жыл бұрын

This assumes, in your mind, your thoughts are expressed in the form of words.

When you CAN’T CONTROL what’s happening, challenge yourself to CONTROL HOW YOU RESPOND to what’s happening. That’s where YOUR POWER is. 💜💫

@truenorthaffirmations7049

3 жыл бұрын

POWERFUL

@magednosseir8304

3 жыл бұрын

Touches me

@surfside75

3 жыл бұрын

You got JT.. 🤙😁🍻

@magednosseir8304

3 жыл бұрын

Always be at bliss no matter the circumstances is it?

@clifforddlc4312

3 жыл бұрын

Stoicism

Alan Watts is such a nice man... one of the first that established some Eastern Wisdom in the West!

@hape3862

3 жыл бұрын

He was hardly amongst the first ones …

@XJ0n3s

3 жыл бұрын

@@hape3862 name a few others with as much impact in establishing Eastern wisdom in the west. I am curious 👀

@mjolninja9358

3 жыл бұрын

@@hape3862 curious.. who are the others?

@alfredogonzalez9420

3 жыл бұрын

@@hape3862 well, we are waiting...

@millanmillan3033

3 жыл бұрын

@@hape3862 still waiting

Why does everything seem so meaningful and meaningless at the same time?

@chumaggots666

3 жыл бұрын

It's just heaven and hell, baby.

@BertleMcGertle

3 жыл бұрын

Because it is

@kgxgen2062

3 жыл бұрын

That's the duality of nature right there.

@lilypond5158

3 жыл бұрын

Because it's up to you to decide what's meaningful to your mind. It's all uncertain before you decide.

@kilimi7710

3 жыл бұрын

@@lilypond5158 Exactly. Meaning is a human concept. Nothing has meaning or the absence of meaning until a human being takes his consciousness there and decides.

“I have realized that the past and future are real illusions, that they exist in the present, which is what there is and all there is.” - Alan Watts

Einzelganger, you’re amazing human being! Thank you for sharing your arts and philosophy! So grateful to have found you.

@Einzelgänger

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words 👍

This is such a bittersweet video for me. My ex girlfriend broke our relationship and all our future plans because she took inspiration on alan watts.. She wanted to live a life as an open spirit. Being Independent and non monogamous, meeting new people every day, and if the vibe is great, she would a sexual connection with them.. This has caused me so much pain because we felt deeply connected. Soul mates if you will. Its been only a month since it happened and i still struggle with the loss, brought me deeper into depression. She wanted to remain friends i couldn't remain her friend because it would just hurt me too much seeing a future without her by my side.. Maybe its my perspective on life and monogamy that is wrong, or its hers, or both.. I would love other peoples opinions about this if you really don't mind answering a fellow internet stranger. Thank you for the video. I have a lot to learn about life and our emotions Maybe one day i will understand the bigger picture.

@WalkinAlex

3 жыл бұрын

People will always do things they want. It wasn't Alan Watts who told her to take those exact actions. She took his words and interpreted it in a way that suits her needs. That's the dogma of the new 'spirituality'. People just need an exuse to things they want.

@zuetonwing

3 жыл бұрын

@@WalkinAlex Couldn't have said that better.

@GrimmGaming3000

3 жыл бұрын

Not understanding is the first step to understanding, and with every future that closes it’s doors, a new one will be opened. Stay strong, keep your eyes and your mind open.

@manasdas76

3 жыл бұрын

@@WalkinAlex correct 👍

@tylerstoner7051

3 жыл бұрын

People only act in ways that they are able to. Ultimately though, if she doesn't want what you want, then you shouldn't sell yourself short and compromise on your views just to fit into someone else's mold. It might be painful and you may want to seek comfort, but take this time to reflect on what you define a relationship as to begin with. I think people need to feel safe in a relationship so reflect on that. Monogamy may feel safe for some people where an open relationship may feel safe for others. What do you want? Don't rush to an answer too quickly. Take your time and try not to obsess over your negative emotions. They're natural because you can't help but feel the way you do. Take your mind off things when you can and just keep going.

This video really resonated with me because of an experience I had a couple of weeks ago. My mom was doing putting nail polish in my nails while she was grabbing my hands, while she was doing that I was just there appreciating the moment. While I was appreciating the moment for a slight second I felt this sensation of whatever I am or who I am was not my body but something else. I dont know how to describe the feeling or put it into words but it was a very quick moment and it has changed how I see many things now. Curious if anybody here has ever experienced something like that. Good day everyone!

@myrtila

3 жыл бұрын

Wow i also feel that. When I’m in nature. It’s so powerful and relieving. It takes away anxieties and fears. I wish i could feel it all the time.

@deuxquatresixhuit

3 жыл бұрын

Something similar happened to me once! I work in a lab and I was in the middle of a procedure I had performed many times before and suddenly had a sensation of 'these hands are not me'. Describing the feeling is kinda tricky, but it was as though, for a brief moment, I was able to step back and see this part of my body as not 'me', but as part of something much larger. It was a little jarring but also kind of beautiful :)

@alfredogonzalez9420

3 жыл бұрын

That is called being in the present, you are not thinking about your problems in the past or the future, you are just living the present moment, when you are able to disconnect from the past and the future you can get that sensation, there's a book called "the power of now" which talks mostly about that, if you are interested

@tomrhodes1629

3 жыл бұрын

Tank, experience is the greatest teacher. And here's some insight into your experience: Alan Watts was a metaphysical genius. He figured it all out except for several major points, which weren't revealed until around the time of his death by the Source of All: The Mind that is "God." God is the Mind that is ALL, and we are Thought within that Mind, given the ability to think WITH that Mind. This is what LOVE is: the communion of Thought in the Mind that is God. And as for The Meaning of Life, this world's greatest secret, it is this: We fell into limitation when we lost our desire for Truth. Therefore, we are experiencing a dream, a virtual-reality realm of limitation that is teaching us to RETURN to our natural desire for Truth. "And in your desire lies its accomplishment." When your desire for Truth become totally unprejudiced and absolute you will return to your natural state of LIMITLESS Being. Yes, THIS is salvation. And this is the entire purpose of the Cycle of Necessity, which is also known as reincarnation. I explain all of this in great detail in my book "THE HOLY GRAIL IS FOUND."

This channel wouldn't be nearly as popular without your accent Ez 😉👌

@Einzelgänger

3 жыл бұрын

Haha, thanks. I'm glad you can appreciate it :)

@nathanortiz2281

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@gravitationalconstant4044

3 жыл бұрын

Dutch accents are underrated.

@matthewturner639

3 жыл бұрын

I too like his accent but it's the fine content that's responsible for the popularity. Such as this pleasant surprise of a video.

@gloeibrood

3 жыл бұрын

When I first heard him I thought he was Zylus.

I've always wondered the same thing since I was kid, I have laid awake at nights pondering these questions, why am I inside this body?, why do I see from behind these eyes & not through somebody else's eyes?, why am I trapped inside this body?, is this body a prison for my mind?, is my mind a prison for my soul?, am I being punished?, is this life a reward?, did I choose this life? what will happen to this entity inside my body when I die? will I be reincarnated as somebody else or will I comeback as an insect or an alien? will I come back to this planet, this universe, this dimension?, will I go to heaven or will I go to hell?, will my spirit live on forever or will I cease to exist?, will I become a ghost and be condemned to wonder the earth forever?, will I be sent to purgatory?, why do I feel like I am the only one that experiences the world like this?, why do I feel like I'm the only one that's truly alive?, why do I feel special?, am I special?, who am I?, who have I been?, have I always been me?, will I always be me?, who or what decided I should be me?, will I ever be somebody else?, who or what created me?, what makes me, me?, do I have a soul?, does my consciousness reside inside my body or does it reside inside my mind?, am I dreaming all this?, am I in a simulation?, is this reality an illusion?, am I even real?, what am I?, what was I before this life?, why am I here?, do I even matter?, does my life have meaning?, what is my purpose?, am I suppose to do or not do something?, will I ever find out what all this is about?, and if I had all the answers to all these questions would I be satisfied then?.

@JamesLee50

Жыл бұрын

Nice to know that their is someone like me here, I do have answers to your questions to certain degree

Luminous beings we are, not this crude matter - Yoda

Alan Watts is huge part of what brought me to being able to help people! I love referencing him in my work, both written and videos 🧙‍♂️🙏💖

Einzelganger, this video brought tears to my eyes. Especially at the gong. Thank you. Followed you for about 1 year now. Watched a few dozen vids. Love the succinct, core essential points style. Voice with clear diction is also appreciated. Much love. Thank you.

About to finish my 5th Alan watts book this man is a genius 💥

@SanderJanssenBSc

3 жыл бұрын

@@Gio-B ''This is it'' It's actually a collection of 6 essays he wrote around 1960!

@SanderJanssenBSc

3 жыл бұрын

@@Gio-B I love this one I highly recommend it! I read: The wisdom of insecurity, the book, and, the way of zen loved all of these especially the latter!

@SanderJanssenBSc

3 жыл бұрын

@@Gio-B oh for sure that too!

@SanderJanssenBSc

3 жыл бұрын

@@Gio-B amazing man I want to read all of his 27 books :)

@chrism5197

3 жыл бұрын

If I were to read my first Alan Watts book, which would you recommend as my first? Thanks

The life is not about finding yourself, life is about creating yourself! 🥂

@Jessica-qv8yg

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers 🥂

@builderbob3149

3 жыл бұрын

🐣

@janpieterszooncoen2550

3 жыл бұрын

George Bernard Shaw

@SY-sp8uo

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jessica-qv8yg Cheers, Jessy! 🥂👍

@SY-sp8uo

3 жыл бұрын

@@builderbob3149 Bob🥂

Both you and Sir Alan Watts have really unlocked my potential this year. My spiritual journey has been amazing and I've brought my family and friends on it too. Thank you❤️

@tomrhodes1629

3 жыл бұрын

Alan Watts was a metaphysical genius. He figured it all out except for several major points, which weren't revealed until around the time of his death by the Source of All: The Mind that is "God." God is the Mind that is ALL, and we are Thought within that Mind, given the ability to think WITH that Mind. This is what LOVE is: the communion of Thought in the Mind that is God. And as for The Meaning of Life, this world's greatest secret, it is this: We fell into limitation when we lost our desire for Truth. Therefore, we are experiencing a dream, a virtual-reality realm of limitation that is teaching us to RETURN to our natural desire for Truth. "And in your desire lies its accomplishment." When your desire for Truth become totally unprejudiced and absolute you will return to your natural state of LIMITLESS Being. Yes, THIS is salvation. And this is the entire purpose of the Cycle of Necessity, which is also known as reincarnation. I explain all of this in great detail in my book "THE HOLY GRAIL IS FOUND." Give me a "click" for more info...

Such a perfect timing

I love how you interpret evrything in your own way and let us see through your mind. I only realized half way that you were explaining the phrase 道可道非常道，名可名非常名 I ha've a deeper understanding of the philosophy now. It doesn't hurt that you have an amazing voice and accent that keeps me listening.

I really don't know what I would do without your videos. You're helping me see beyond darkness. It feels good to have you in my life.

Your content always promises to inspire! You are absolutely nailing it. Thank you.

Descartes: I think, therefore I am. Watts: You should think again, man ...

@myrtila

3 жыл бұрын

LMAO UNDERRATED ONE

@tomrhodes1629

3 жыл бұрын

"I think, therefore I am," because I AM Thought; GOD'S THOUGHT! Alan Watts was a metaphysical genius. He figured it all out except for several major points, which weren't revealed until around the time of his death by the Source of All: The Mind that is "God." God is the Mind that is ALL, and we are Thought within that Mind, given the ability to think WITH that Mind. This is what LOVE is: the communion of Thought in the Mind that is God. And as for The Meaning of Life, this world's greatest secret, it is this: We fell into limitation when we lost our desire for Truth. Therefore, we are experiencing a dream, a virtual-reality realm of limitation that is teaching us to RETURN to our natural desire for Truth. "And in your desire lies its accomplishment." When your desire for Truth become totally unprejudiced and absolute you will return to your natural state of LIMITLESS Being. Yes, THIS is salvation. And this is the entire purpose of the Cycle of Necessity, which is also known as reincarnation. I explain all of this in great detail in my book "THE HOLY GRAIL IS FOUND." Give me a "click" for more info...

@martinanderko9893

2 жыл бұрын

I am, therefore I can think...

The time he takes to put this video together...ohhhh my oooh my...the nature is everything ❤️❤️

The gong sound was perfect impact.. Thanks you for such a wonderful videos keep making it..

Wow, great ending!

This channel has been reading my intution - after recently getting into Alan Watts (his philosophy can become a bit too much after a while) you've uploaded this video. Best channel on KZread

Beautiful video! Thank you so much!

Very nice touch at the end! It was definitely Alan Watts style. He’s been gone for over 40 years and his lectures are still waking up sleepers.

I've just recently gotten into Alan Watts' teachings! I just received 2 of his books the other day; "The Book" and "The Wisdom of Insecurity". I really enjoy your videos I was so excited to see this uploaded today♡

@jannestefanoobski3604

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. 🙃😂🤮🤮🤮🤮

So beautiful to concentrate on this profound question I keep on asking myself when I think I must find an answer. Well, thank you, I'm sure we'll keep on adding more information at different moments but very deep, I'm sure we know who we are.

That was very articulative and i do think from what i have read and understood alan watts you rightly represented what he was talking about,thank you for this video.

Bless you for sharing this with the world ❤️

You're always on track brother. Stay brilliant ❤️

This channel is changing my life, Keep the good work up buddy

Fascinating videos that you produce, and I for one ,am surely not alone when I say I enjoy very much not just the content, but your presentations and your VOICE. I believe in saying how I feel especially these days when the masked humans are slowly sinking into silent madness. I am ; I am not masked. I have recently bought your book UN OFFENDABLE. It is right up my street, thank you.

BEST explanation I've heard about this Very well Done 🙌💖

You’ve done a great job explaining Alan Watts. It has taken me some time to understand what he was saying. Thanks.

Perfect timing! I've been getting super into Alan watts on KZread for the past month

@tomrhodes1629

3 жыл бұрын

Alan Watts was a metaphysical genius. He figured it all out except for several major points, which weren't revealed until around the time of his death by the Source of All: The Mind that is "God." God is the Mind that is ALL, and we are Thought within that Mind, given the ability to think WITH that Mind. This is what LOVE is: the communion of Thought in the Mind that is God. And as for The Meaning of Life, this world's greatest secret, it is this: We fell into limitation when we lost our desire for Truth. Therefore, we are experiencing a dream, a virtual-reality realm of limitation that is teaching us to RETURN to our natural desire for Truth. "And in your desire lies its accomplishment." When your desire for Truth become totally unprejudiced and absolute you will return to your natural state of LIMITLESS Being. Yes, THIS is salvation. And this is the entire purpose of the Cycle of Necessity, which is also known as reincarnation. I explain all of this in great detail in my book "THE HOLY GRAIL IS FOUND." Give me a "click" for more info...

after a few seconds of watching this video i realised it reminded me of your video's, so i paused the video and scrolled down to see who it was made by, and was delighted to see it was made by you. I love you brother. It's the care you see! I doubt it would be possible to make such fantastic video's if you didn't care, if you didn't love. And that's why all of the beautiful people in the world love you my friend. Once they meet you and watch your video's they will see their favourite thing in life, which is love. You make this world a better place my friend. Thank you.

@jackladd4332

2 жыл бұрын

now back to the video

That bell at the end is a nice touch!

I followed allan watts a lot, but failed to find it. thank you sir for your seamless description to who am I, from alan watts. its really life changing. great work dear!

Wow waiting for this. Beautiful

I love you Alan, thanks for everything.

That powerful message ends with majestic sound. Thank you 🙏 sir!

@Einzelgänger

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Finally you do one on Alan watts the greatest and only philosopher worth mentioning

Alan watts and his interpretations changed my life on April 26 2020 thank you for this video

Who am I? I`m a joker, I`m a smoker, I`m a midnight toker.

@eidolonian5823

3 жыл бұрын

I bet you don't want to hurt no one.

@ladleo2989

3 жыл бұрын

Gettin' your lovin' on the run? ;)

@mnc1126

3 жыл бұрын

Tell me about the pompetuse😀

@shakuntaladombale2726

3 жыл бұрын

And plays poker

@EddieKMusic

3 жыл бұрын

I love the fishy smell of napalm in the mornings😁

Great description/summary, thank you!

That ending was spot on. Vibrations, sounds, all a happening ❤️

I love Alan watts and I love your channel. This video makes me so pleased

Very good. I need to watch it a few more times. I appreciate your series.

Beautiful. Just beautiful. Absolutely, beautiful!

And we won't give it a name ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Thank for the amazing work

"Other than...thank you for watching". That is so deep. The answer to who am I is simply the I that I am. In my living and perceiving I find purpose for being.

Your interpretation is outstanding. Thank you

Pointers on the child's given name was a good self reflection. Thank you always on your videos 🙏❤

Amazing. Thank you for creating

Love the way you concluded the video

I like hearing about Alan Watts. It was a nice surprise to watch your video. Thank you for creating this content.

those birds chirping in the background and the questions of such sort ❤

what a beautiful video. Thank you

Alan Watts is my hero

@tomrhodes1629

3 жыл бұрын

Alan Watts was a metaphysical genius. He figured it all out except for several major points, which weren't revealed until around the time of his death by the Source of All: The Mind that is "God." God is the Mind that is ALL, and we are Thought within that Mind, given the ability to think WITH that Mind. This is what LOVE is: the communion of Thought in the Mind that is God. And as for The Meaning of Life, this world's greatest secret, it is this: We fell into limitation when we lost our desire for Truth. Therefore, we are experiencing a dream, a virtual-reality realm of limitation that is teaching us to RETURN to our natural desire for Truth. "And in your desire lies its accomplishment." When your desire for Truth become totally unprejudiced and absolute you will return to your natural state of LIMITLESS Being. Yes, THIS is salvation. And this is the entire purpose of the Cycle of Necessity, which is also known as reincarnation. I explain all of this in great detail in my book "THE HOLY GRAIL IS FOUND." Give me a "click" for more info...

What a fantastic explanation. Thank you!

Once again, great video, man.

Great video Einzelganger. Alan Watts was a man ahead of his time in philosophy. Good to know there’s others still interested in his philosophy

@JamesLee50

Жыл бұрын

We can't say ahead of time

I love Alan Watts, as far as philosophy is concerned, he is a rock star! And this is really a beautiful video! Great channel!

@Einzelgänger

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I do like your accent but I listen for your message and insight. The message you bring to the lone wolf in all of us is bite sized bits of daily goodness. It is nourishment for a hungering spirit.

Soooo well described. Props to you for such a stellar video

@Einzelgänger

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Em!

never been here so fast lol

@deepingr33n

3 жыл бұрын

this is a great breakdown of many of his lectures, good job, man. the gonk was a nice touch as well haha

I could listen to your videos all day 🥰

This was very profound. Thank you.

I’m a singing bowl! Thank you for finally answering this difficult question for me😁🙏🏼

This one was amazing. Thanks, really. I am what I am not and I am what I want to be.

I remember I had a friend that was like "dude Alan Watts is so smart" he kept showing me video after video, this is the same dude who did a ton of LSD. Kinda tainted my view of Alan Watts but this video actually showed me there is something to be gained from his philosophy. So thank you for that.

@lucario7327

3 жыл бұрын

Man, i tried Lsd once and i ended up formulating the same concept in Alan Watts philosophy, without even knowing him. Bring more respect to your friend.

@weichmacher3973

3 жыл бұрын

I should try LSD Many creative work has been done under drugs

@lucario7327

3 жыл бұрын

@@weichmacher3973 yeah, Remember that you have to be in a good Mood!

@gunnasintern

3 жыл бұрын

You are so lucky you had a friend introduce you to Alan Watts, that is honestly a blessing and it’s great to be thankful for it. Alan Watts and his philosophy, which is derived from Eastern Philosophy, is absolutely amazing and helps shift your mindset and perspective on not only yourself, but life/existence itself. He has brought much positivity into my life he has made me realize that happiness comes from within, and I am the true creator of my reality, as it is up to me how I feel from within no matter the life events that happen or people I interact with. I highly recommend channels like TheSpiritualLibrary, True Meaning, Elysium, Decoding Spirituality, and Not For The Masses; they all have full length lectures and short bite sized videos that are always nice to play at any time of the day. Cheers!

Thank you very much

Been expecting this 🕯

Outstanding video my friend.

Excellent piece of philosophy! Thank you so much!

@Einzelgänger

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Excellent video.

I lile listening to Alan Watts. He has certainly helped me with my journey. I like the new ideas coming forth that intelligence evolves to receive more energy or life force so we can comprehend the nature of the material world in a more profound way. So we can ask these questions like who am I? Where did I come from? Why am I here? and so on. It seems that the great minds and thinkers seem to agree on many of these points and I must say that I am leaning that way that we are life force energy, which holds useful information for our next experiences. I do vedic scripture readings and these are facinating and seem to be talking about the world today. The Kali Yuga is what we are in and this is the easiest time to connect to yourself and try to come to terms with these questions. Thanks for sharing. Another freat video and I am pleased to see you are getting sponsors. Good for you. :)

Great interpretation. Thank you.

Consciousness and empathy .. finding who you are is the journey

I adore this voice!

I love some Alan Watts. I love this video. Good job sir

Beautiful gong at the end. The silence right after the gong defines the true nature of everything, sentient and non-sentient: Turiya

Very well narrated, well done my brother

🧳 Thank You!

Really enjoyed this.....thank you

I really enjoyed this video

Damn can't believe I only just found your channel, amazing work.

@Einzelgänger

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jack!

Well said. Thank you.

Zeer interessante gedachtes en mooi gestroomlijnd gevisualiseerd. Ook leuk om te zien dat er toch nog een Nederlands tintje in zit.

Honesty is the Ultimate Truth.

Perfect video to wake up to 🙏

The birds talking at the end, is the best! I took a flight into the universe.

Love this man🔥🔥

We're constant change within the universe and along with it. We're everything and nothing in specific at the same time. We are love; product of love.

As Allan Wats said, we are "thanks for watching". Surely a men ahead of his time.

That end is exsquisite.