Alan Watts: Out of the Trap Pt. 1 – Being in the Way Podcast Ep. 22 – Hosted by Mark Watts

Delving into the historically complicated human relationship to divinity, Alan Watts describes the trap of separateness.

In this episode, Alan Watts explores:

The sensation of our own existence
Jewish Christian mythology
Identifying with the tribe
Universal law and the roots of justice
Freud and the energies of the psyche
Man as a product of nature versus the supernatural
The idea that we were all subjects of a divine king you might say was a political model based on the organization of the great city-states of the ancient near east. That image, you see, has absolutely haunted Western man throughout his whole development because he has felt that he is in the universe on probation and sufferance. He doesn't quite belong here." – Alan Watts

About Alan Watts:
A prolific author and speaker, Alan Watts was one of the first to interpret Eastern wisdom for a Western audience. Born outside London in 1915, he discovered the nearby Buddhist Lodge at a young age. After moving to the United States in 1938, Alan became an Episcopal priest for a time, and then relocated to Millbrook, New York, where he wrote his pivotal book The Wisdom of Insecurity: A Message for an Age of Anxiety. In 1951 he moved to San Francisco where he began teaching Buddhist studies, and in 1956 began his popular radio show, “Way Beyond the West.” By the early sixties, Alan’s radio talks aired nationally and the counterculture movement adopted him as a spiritual spokesperson. He wrote and regularly traveled until his passing in 1973.

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Alan Watts – Being in the Way – Ep. 22 – Out of the Trap Pt. 1

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[JaiMitchell]

You must be so proud of your dad Mark.i listen to Alan every day and only look for videos you've uploaded.

Thank you so much for continuing to allow us to be a part of your dad's brilliance

[joseramirez-rpid]

Yes!!!! His lectures and words are the only thing keeping me sane and re-confirming we are in the matrix

[annahunter]

What really surprises me is that I only discovered Allan Watts, by accident, two years ago and I had genuinely never heard of him prior.

[danpiller]

Thank you for putting these together! Forever grateful for these well put together podcasts of one of the greats in the Universe

[luv]

Thank you for doing what you did with your fathers work. I was a waitress in the early 80s and I had two women customers who brought me a father’s work on Cassette! I loved his work so much. When YouTube came along, I found your father again. His work always has resonated with me and shaped the totality of my views today. Peace love and joy♥️💯🙏

[Magicisreal]

You're so lucky for having a dad like Alan Watts- if all human males had even half of the (divine masculine) that your dad had within him, this world wouldn't look like a human septic tank- I really wish so very much I could have attended at least one of his lectures- but I was born in 1966 in San Jose California- too young.
I, as well as may others are great full to u, for putting together all of his works, and sharing with the rest of us 😊

[OthmanMalainine-pnfu]

I love your Dad, you should be extremely proud, man man man, he is the father for all wisdom seekers

[SavingAmerica]

Mark, This Is So Precious. It’s Wonderful that You are Continuing his Legacy. Been listening to his guide for almost 15 Years Now ❤ Thank You.
Namaste ❤

[WilliamCheung-hc]

The Universe has a heart!, what a beautiful quote. Thank you for your effort and time in bring us this content. You and your Dad is just awesome. Thank you!

[cwilkinsonwck]

Mr Mark, I've been studying and training for many years. Your father is and was Awesome, I'm sure you have heard this before, but ahead of his time is a misunderstanding, at least in his sharing wisdom, he knows what going on then and now. May you be blessed for sharing and we thank you greatly. I hope as many as possible watch and contemplate clearly. Thank you from my family to yours.

[wonderousearth]

Thank you Muchly Mark
Your Father is Brilliantly Inspiringly Enlightened.
Has a Wonderful sense of humour.
Truly Appreciate you putting his collection of Edifying Teachings on for the collective consciousness ❤

[bkosimi]

Best philosophical entertainer whose works have potential to change the whole human civilization for the better! I can see it gaining more proliferation with coming of AI and super intelligence, extensions of human consciousness, just like Alan Watts predicted himself! :)

[mhttshr]

I've been listening to Alan for over 5 years — I do very frequently but I'm surprised how I learn something new with each talk.

[miriamaviv]

Thank you so much Mark watts for sharing this...love from France

[daodejing]

Love that final point. So we'll put. All is one.

[MrJohnDocHolliday]

Alan Watts, a British-American philosopher, writer, and speaker, often discussed the concept of being in the way of oneself. While I can't provide a specific quote from Alan Watts on this topic, I can offer an interpretation based on his teachings and ideas.

Being in the way of oneself refers to the ways in which individuals hinder their own growth, happiness, and fulfillment by imposing limitations, holding onto negative beliefs or patterns, and resisting the natural flow of life. It suggests that our own thoughts, actions, and perceptions can create obstacles that prevent us from living authentically and experiencing the fullness of life.

According to Watts, individuals often get caught up in self-created barriers such as rigid expectations, attachments to outcomes, fear of failure or judgment, and a constant need to control or manipulate their circumstances. These self-imposed limitations can restrict our potential and prevent us from fully embracing the present moment.

Watts encourages individuals to let go of excessive self-consciousness, self-doubt, and the constant striving for external validation. He emphasizes the importance of surrendering to the inherent interconnectedness and spontaneity of life, allowing ourselves to flow with the rhythm of existence rather than resisting or trying to force outcomes.

By being in the way of oneself, one inhibits personal growth, restricts possibilities, and creates unnecessary suffering. Watts invites individuals to cultivate a deeper understanding of themselves and their own patterns of thinking and behavior. Through self-awareness and self-acceptance, it becomes possible to release self-imposed limitations and align with the natural unfolding of life.

Ultimately, being in the way of oneself is an invitation to let go of self-imposed obstacles, embrace the present moment, and live authentically with a sense of freedom and openness. It encourages individuals to explore their own beliefs, question their conditioned patterns, and discover a more harmonious way of being in the world.

[VictoriaTheBoss]

My mentor, I bow my head to your majesty, thank you A.W Blessed be ❤

[S_Edward_Burns_ArtsEditor]

Many thanks, today and Watts' life + works are as relevant as ever. Carry on!

[FinchReznor]

Woo! I've been stuck on these since the beginning of the new year. I'm addicted lol

[alchemybyangela]

So grateful for this channel. And of course, your father's wisdom and teachings!