Here at Microdose-Pro and Human-Pro, we make sure to honour and celebrate the birthdays of a handful of thought leaders. It’s our way of honouring them, their contribution to our lives and introducing their work to those that might not yet have had the pleasure.
Case in point, it was Alan Watt’s birthday yesterday on the 6th of January. His timeless wisdom has guided so many of us through our personal journeys and is experiencing a beautiful renaissance through modern technology, via an app that his son recently launched.
“We need to go out of our minds to come to our senses.”
The Evolution of Wisdom
When I first encountered Watts’ teachings, they arrived through worn books and grainy recordings. Now, thanks to his son Mark’s dedication, these same insights are finding new life through a carefully crafted online app. This evolution feels particularly poignant – a bridge between traditional wisdom and our modern needs for accessible guidance.
“The more a thing tends to be permanent, the more it tends to be lifeless.”
A Father’s Vision, A Son’s Dedication
What moves me deeply about this project is its roots. In 1973, Alan and Mark Watts dreamed of an “Electronic University” – a way to share wisdom through emerging technologies. Now, through play.alanwatts.org that seed has blossomed into something extraordinary.
Mark’s intimate connection with these teachings, having recorded hundreds of talks since 1968, brings both authenticity and deep understanding to this digital sanctuary.
“The meaning of life is just to be alive. It is so plain and so obvious and so simple.”
More Than Just Content
As I explore this platform, I’m struck by how it offers something beyond mere information. Through carefully restored recordings and thoughtfully curated series, we gain access to:
- Profound explorations of Eastern thought
- Insights into mystical experience
- Guidance for expanded awareness
- Deep dives into contemplative practices
“Through our eyes, the universe is perceiving itself. Through our ears, the universe is listening to its harmonies.”
Supporting the Journey
What excites me most about this initiative is how it allows us to participate in preserving wisdom. Every subscription supports the restoration of vintage recordings and early television programs – ensuring these teachings remain alive for future generations.
“No valid plans for the future can be made by those who have no capacity for living now.”
Meeting Modern Needs
The platform creates space for:
- Daily contemplative practice through guided content
- Connection with newly discovered teachings
- Community engagement and shared exploration
- Integration of wisdom into busy lives
“This is the real secret of life – to be completely engaged with what you are doing in the here and now.”
Beyond Listening
Mark’s “Being in the Way” podcast adds another layer of depth, offering fresh perspectives while honouring the original teachings. It’s beautiful to see how these timeless insights can adapt and flow while maintaining their essential truth.
Practical Wisdom for Today
For those beginning this journey, you’ll find, beautifully restored classic recordings, structured series for deeper learning, regular updates with new discoveries, and a blend of traditional and contemporary perspectives.
“You and I are all as much continuous with the physical universe as a wave is continuous with the ocean.”
Walking the Path Together
Whether you’re new to Watts’ wisdom or returning to it with fresh eyes, this new app offers something precious – a way to engage with transformative insights that feel both timeless and perfectly suited to our modern lives.
I believe Alan would have loved seeing his work living and breathing in this new form, through the very technology he once imagined using. It reminds us that wisdom is indeed timeless and forever accessible.
I would hazard a guess that listening to some of Alan’s thoughts while microdosing is an experience worth trying. If you are ready to start microdosing then be sure to order your Starter Pack here.
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As always,
Shine bright. Do good. Flow strong.
Asha ✨
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