Watts even spared some time to discuss this exact subject matter in one of his talks: the westerners who travel to India to meet a guru, only to leave disappointed when they see that he drinks and smokes, …

Sep 1, 2025 · So, while Alan Watts may have been a charming and eloquent chap who served as a gateway drug to Eastern philosophy for millions, let’s be absolutely clear: he was an unreliable guide.

Among the many dubious sources of content that resembled Buddhism, Alan Watts wasn’t the worst I could have encountered. There were far more problematic authors with whom I was lucky enough …

While accounting for the present-day popularity and relevance of Alan Watts’ contributions to psychology, religion, arts, and humanities, this interdisciplinary collection grapples with the ongoing …

Citing various “gory details” in Furlong’s (1986) biography of Watts, Corless (1989) conjectures that “Watts’ life went disastrously wrong” due possibly to the “spiritual disease” of alcoholism.

Nov 28, 2025 · Alan Watts, who passed away in November 1973 at the age of 58, left a significant legacy in spirituality and philosophy despite his struggles with alcohol addiction. His battles with …

Sep 10, 2012 · Alan Watts had some understanding of the Dhamma, but his realisation was not deep enough to uproot his kilesas. Above all, he was not a Buddhist, did not practice, but was more of a …

May 1, 2023 · In reality, he wasn't preaching, so that doesn't make sense at all. He talked about Eastern religious views in a way westerners could understand. He talked about human understanding and …

In this profound lecture, Alan Watts dismantles the illusion of problems and suffering, reminding us that what we often label as “problems” are simply patterns of resistance to what is.

Jul 26, 2024 · This essay will explore the life and ideas of Alan Watts, tracing his intellectual journey and examining his impact on various fields including therapy, philosophy, arts, culture, and academia in …