Alan Watts (06 January 1915 - 16 November 1973)

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Alan Watts was a British writer, speaker, and philosopher best known for popularizing Eastern philosophy for the Western audience. He had a unique ability to make complex spiritual ideas accessible and engaging, blending wit, eloquence, and deep insight.

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Born in England in 1915, Alan Watts developed an early fascination with Eastern spirituality, notably Zen Buddhism, Daoism, and Hinduism. In 1938, he moved to the United States, where he became an Episcopal priest before eventually leaving organized religion to pursue a broader philosophical exploration. Over his lifetime, he wrote over 25 books. He gave countless lectures on topics ranging from meditation and the nature of reality to the illusion of the self and the importance of living in the present moment.

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