Alan Watts, “Flow 2: Symbolic Reality vs. Real Reality.”
Full remastered talk now streaming at play.alanwatts.org and in App. (Links in bio)
In this talk, Alan explores the difference between symbolic reality and true experience. Emphasizing the importance of being fully present with all your senses, without getting caught up in mental labels and concepts.
Key points you’ll discover:
✨ Cultivating total sensory awareness in meditation
🥰 Experiencing life directly, free from self-concepts
☯️ Recognizing the limitations of the symbolic world
🥀 Finding true joy beyond material possessions
🏵️ Letting go of guilt and embracing the present
📿 Exploring Eastern vs. Western spiritual approaches
🔮 Why intention matters for a fulfilling life
🪦 The Taoist concept of letting go of the ego
✨ Engaging all your senses to experience the world anew
