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RE: LeoThread 2025-05-02 07:04

in LeoFinance5 months ago

Part 5/12:

Together, Taoism and Zen remind us that our attempts to control life are ultimately futile. They offer a path to reconciliation with our existence, encouraging us to cultivate an inner trust reminiscent of childhood—where we played without fear and explored without expectation.

Alan Watts: The Bridge Between Cultures

Alan Watts serves as a vital figure in bridging Eastern and Western philosophies. He was not a mere academic but an alchemist of ideas, capable of translating the essence of ancient wisdom for a modern audience. Watts recognized that cultural fear—fear of relinquishing control—was the main barrier to understanding Taoism and Zen.