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“It is not so obvious. People spend tremendous lives supposing that life must have a meaning.”
AWAlan Watts
The Wisdom of Insecurity
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Alan Watts
1915-1973 · British-American

British philosopher who interpreted Eastern philosophy for Western audiences. His lectures and books made Zen accessible to millions.

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