Was addicted to heroin. Also suffered severe depression. Psilocybin mushrooms actually saved my life honestly. 7 years clean. Never had a bad trip.

Alan has always been relevant on any subject at any time. Back in the 80's and in my 20's I rigged my stereo and wall timer to record his Sunday radio shows while at work and listened to them at home on my headphones to chill and absorb his wisdom. This was another great hour with Alan. ThanKS!

9:56 I had an experience when I was 17 (1979) which I call an enlightenment moment after a very deep dream. When I woke up, I heard a bird singing as though I had never heard a bird before, and colours were brighter and I thought "everything is exactly where it should be". Thanks for this

"When you receive the message, it's good to hang up the phone" did psychs for about 5 years, then last trip changed my life so much that my mind is in a permanent state of awareness. Never looked back. No desire to go again unless that desire appears. At which then, I will take it as a sign.

I had few mind blowing experiences with Ayahuasca and psilocybin. However, I kept chasing those experiences ever since. I got the message but didn't want to hang up the phone. Totay I see that hanging up the phone is another important lesson to learn.

This man was and is absolutely a gift to all of us! Thank you for sharing this!!

I spoke pot for anxiety and have a little most of my life. I don't do things like smoking pot just to escape or get high I do all things to benefit the priorities needed to support positive outcome for all effected. Helping someone your also helping anyone they help or hurt so be careful who you help and never stop helping.

Misuse of Any drug is dangerous. But the fact that the research was banned, and is only now resuming, was a great setback. Early results had show that long term smokers and life long alcoholics could be cured within just a few sessions with a trained guide. And later followup studies found that the cure was permanent in the majority of cases. Maybe the corporations that produced those other "products" had something to do with the ban, I don't know. But They had most to lose

I am so happy that Alan Watts is becoming so popular lately, that his wisdom is being uploaded by multiple podcasts. Hopefully the younger generation are listening too, since they are our next rulers, scientists educators, religious leaders etc. If not, what next !!!

The moments when people laugh tell us so much about the mood at the time. Pretty relaxed actually

when I was a teenager. I tried LSD . Wow wow wow, this was a true enlightenment. I am 65 I cannot be persuaded to try again. I kind of fear prolonged insanity. My experience tells me it is not worth the risk. I had a meditation experience that had a very dark evil presence. It stopped me from meditating for many years. I now realize that the real message is that I needed to except, that part of me and that the good and the evil need each other. The middle way.

Ive been listening to Alan..your Dad for decades as I was in my late teens in the late 60's . I've never tired of his messages. Thank you for promoting them. ❤❤

I just Love Alan Watts and feel the World is empty without him. Wonderful speaking voice that I listen to every night to fall asleep.

Forgive me if I'm mistaken, this is purely my opinion based on reading/listening to Alan's works/words. I didn't know him personally, never met him, but I sure would have loved to. I believe that Alan did live his teachings and KNEW, absolutely without a doubt who/what exactly "he" was from the pinnacle of spiritual perceptions or as Tao. He was Tao, lived Tao, and was absolutely true to himself, yet never forgetting he was human or acting as if he wasn't human. And yes, he succumbed to the human desires/wants/needs/ human fallibility- yet I don't see that it was a mistake, rather he lived absolutely true to human nature...to his truest nature/Tao. He didn't live a lie, a pseudo "clean" life to "try" and be something he wasn't. He lived an unapologetic life as he was. He lived experiences, I believe his goal in life was to live as many true/real/authentic experiences he could, regardless of the risk, (no fear of death) and share those experience/insights with others. He was all in on what he chose to experience, in for a dime then in for a dollar..no regrets. I know some say he was a drunk, and perhaps he was...so what? He forgot more insights and wisdom than many people will have in 3 lifetimes! I believe he simply enjoyed the taste & feeling of drinking, and I believe that it fueled his creativity, his insights. I respect Alan beyond words for living true to himself, for being a true human being. His works have helped me immensely and I am forever grateful for him sharing them. And thank you Mark for continuing his works.

🙌🙏🙌 Your father, Alan Watts, helps lead many of my wilderness based men's wellness groups. Blessings to him, and you for perpetuating the way. "Methods towards enlightened being are meant to self destruct" 🤗🤗🤗

Love your dad! Loved his very British voice!

Thank you, Mark, for sharing these great talks by your father. This still sounds so relevant and contemporary that it amazes me this was recorded 2 years before I was born!! I think Alan Watts was, and still is, one of the most astute and coherent speakers on the subject of higher consciousness, religion, and the various spiritual and psychotropic/chemical means for attaining these states..and much more. ✌❤🔥

Alan is the person who led me to Satori that happened under the influence of marijuana spontaneously without any purpose of doing it. I love you Alan❤. However, anyone reading my comment its a very dangerous road and one can end up in psych ward if he looses his ground. Be very cautious if you take that road. May the grace shall be upon each and everyone of you going the pathless path.❤

Good night and God bless

They don’t want you to take psychadelics because hypothetically 1/100 people who take them will realize the game that’s being played with them as the pawns. They can’t manipulate the cards if you know what they’re doing. Even if only 1/100 it’s still enough to make a change. No matter what cards you were dealt you have the opportunity to play your hand, even if it’s a big bluff. Get the bag, help your brothers, and never forget you’re in a casino.

At the same time, Allen Watts was giving this lecture, in Lowery Air Force Base , I too was giving a lecture on LSD. My lecture started as thus. You are the generation of today, you must decide is LSD, good , or bad, (early 1966)

I want to extend a thankyou for not adding distracting music.

Excellent talk on psychedelics. I had a profound experience on lsd like Watts speaks of and had a clear message that it was great I had found this bliss-realm, yet I had cheated to get there and I should go about returning to it in a more natural way. This lead me to take up meditation and sent me on a path of broad spiritual study. I agree full heartedly with AW point of view on this matter.

All in watts And mark is to mark his father's legacy in the Era that the world needed to hear him. Your father was/is one of the greatest of all minds of recent time a true davinchi divine chi❤

We are wired to have these experiences. So infinitly interesting. .the molecules of psychedelics mimic our own and fit in the receptor...thats some divine design. Maybe so that we can expand our conciousness quicker. Sacred tools that must be respected.

Especially the last 20 minutes or so - some of the very best words I've ever heard. If only the squares would listen

Good podcast... I feel like the effect of drugs is a matter of your intentions . Hence turn on or turn of your head...when you feel that your intentions aren't met just hang up!!!

Such a powerful book by RAM Dass deserves a channel

This is an amazing lecture. I appreciate it more every time I hear it.

What a beautiful mind! 💖

What a brilliant mind!

I smoke marijuana but I use it to create beauty. Out of what usually is looked at as a negative i create positivity by passing down ancient traditions of my culture thus inspiring others.

Thank you Sarah as always your knowledge and wisdom is second to none 💚🤍🧡🙏

Thank you so much for sharing your father's incredible material of the truth. Blessings to you all 🙏🏽

Take psilocybin and listen to this man before it’s too late.

Thank you for listening and writing about it. I've been dealing with this for a long time. Thought I was crazy. Still learning 😊

What a wonderful talk to stumble upon…knew the name but hadn’t explored the work of your father before. His insights seem so prescient to today’s re-emerging discussions on the spiritual and healing qualities of psychedelics, not to mention the meeting of theoretical high physics and consciousness. Thank you for sharing! 🙏😍🙏

I pray for this young man and his family.

when he talks about nitrous oxide,I had an old memory pop up of a friend I was doing med grade nitrous oxide I got for my racecar when that whole fast and the furious thing tell me that when he came back from the nos high he seen thuniverse be created before his very eyes, that shit was amazing! now that I look back🤣I'm pretty new to Alan Watts teachings and I'm super impressed on what he's talking about🙏🌠legendary🍻🥸I thought a lot like this in my days of tampering with substances,it was all a learning experience🥸

Incredible thank you

Thank you so much for sharing all that you do brother. What I would give to be able to talk with you. Wishing you much happiness and success again thank you....

You are awesome! Thank you for sharing this information.

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Thank you very much even listening is calming reassuring none threatening amusing a brilliant guide and very nice bloke i reckon

Addiction is inevitable during our times right now...were all seeking an escape if we don't find the escape from enlightment.

EXCEPTIONAL THANK YOU! 👍🎯🙏

His suggestion of the scientific exploration of psychedelics is basically what's happening now in the USA. It was conducted in unethical exploration with the CIA previously but the majority of the documentation has gone missing. They have been used for 10's of thousands of years by spiritual explorers and priests with sporadic occult documentation.

Alan was definitely a bringer of wisdom like Prometheus with such an erudite and accessible way of awakening the western mind to the great realisations of the Eastern sages and ancient mystics of India which were very obscure to our way of thinking.A true AVATAR who deserves so much more recognition so thank you for furthering access to Alan's brilliant talks.

Alan Watts is the voice from the deepest inside of our being ❤

Psychedelics are different from other drugs it helps to acknowledge that

Brain Child...nice to see a fellow sapiophille. Beautiful stuff.

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That’s a really beautiful picture.

I've used a wide variety of psychedelics over the past 20 years and i agree with a few points made here.. Lsd mushrooms & peyote are more visually esthetic rather than spiritual... DMT on the other hand is the most spiritual thing I've ever experienced. Also, once you got the message its best to hang up the phone.. You dont need to keep using psychedelics once youve reached a certain point

I bought the 1970 playboy where they interviewed Watts, Ram Dass, and a few others. Was an interesting discussion; especially for the time it was done and where we are now.

Some rock group used your dad's voice in their music!! I bet you know the name of that band. I heard it not too long ago!

Thank you❤

Regarding psychedelics, specifically mushrooms, there are mostly agreed upon rules or concepts you upon which you don’t encroach. I’ve broken nearly every one in my experimentation with them this year, which I believe gave me something like a satori awakening. I followed starting small and listening and basically nothing else, it’s an extremely personal endeavor but that doesn’t mean you can be careless, far from it

Dog's, swine and oyster's all play an important role for our understanding. Pure cosmic understanding.. doesn't disregard.

People forcing their third eye open before they are ready will pay the price dearly. If you are up for it, it could be good for a first experience. You will know what is it that you are looking for, and why is it that the harder you try to find it the further you get from it. 🙏

I loved that time❤

Thank you.

that was great

Hey Mark, it’s awesome to hear your voice, man! I wondered if Alan had any children. Do you ever host yoga retreats or anything like that? My future wife and I might be into attending something like that, and to meet you. Cheers much love

Acid weekly for 20yr. Done DMT first time 2 weeks ago on my 40th. I'm no longer an atheist. Enlightenment and back in 15 mins

Still the grownup in the room ❤

I would love to give a second opinion on some of these studies in a safe environment for the benefit of healing certain areas

Alan Watts is like a wind dag let loose in my mind...

Man, isn't this truly the voice of common sense!

Hello, is there a way that I can get dates and places for each of these segments of Ep.7? I think this is great!

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Alan watts audios should be mandatory from age 16

Consumption is key in using medicines or drugs.

“Once you’ve got the message, hang up the phone” They couldn’t imagine the drug stores we have today 😊

It's amazing how wise this man was and also struggled with his own issues with alcohol.

Holy cow!!

The more I listen to Alan Watts, he would be on point every once in awhile but then the majority of the time his speeches would be off, it made me wonder, was Alan Watts an alcoholic, because the more I listen to him or watch videos even more so, I would definitely get the feeling that he was an alcoholic. I Started to kind of feel weird listen to a man confidently talk about his knowledge of the Tao while he was simultaneously an alcoholic and chain-smoker, didn't really make sense. But every once in awhile I will say Alan Watts would give an amazing speech and would be really on point and very insightful. I Myself working at a psychedelic assisted treatment facility can definitely see how anyone with serious addictions that they find comfort in could dislike or fear those psychedelic medicines... Also saying that the LSD was not as good as in the Laboratories or something I think it's kind of a weak way to justify someone's disfavor with psychedelics. There are many many DEA reports from back then showing the pureness of the LSD-25 that was going around in the mid-sixties. But anyway, I have nothing but love and respect for the beautiful Alan Watts.

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🎶 Introduction and Context - The video introduces the topic of drugs, specifically psychedelics, in the context of the 1960s counterculture. - Mark Watts discusses his father, Alan Watts, as an early pioneer in exploring the effects of psychedelic substances. 03:09 🚧 The Controversy Surrounding Drugs - The term "drugs" has different meanings and connotations, from a drugstore to being drugged or drunk. - The video addresses the controversial issue of drug use, particularly psychedelics, in the domestic affairs of the United States during the 1960s. 05:08 🌟 Mystical Experiences and Psychedelics - The discussion shifts to the psychology of religious and mystical experiences. - Exploring the idea that certain experiences, whether spontaneous or induced by discipline or chemicals, reveal a deep sense of interconnectedness with the universe. 14:09 ⚗️ Early Experiments with Psychedelics - Mention of early experiments involving Aldous Huxley and mescaline. - Initial skepticism about the value of drug-induced experiences and how these chemicals affect perception. 20:39 🔬 Learning How to Use Psychedelics - Discussion about the need to learn how to use psychedelic substances responsibly and safely. - The distinction between a mystical experience and megalomania or delusions of grandeur resulting from misinterpretation. 25:49 💊 The Value and Caution of Psychedelics - Contemplation on whether psychedelic experiences have genuine value or if they are just hallucinations. - Cautionary notes on the potential dangers and misuses of these substances. 32:16 🔄 Transformation of Consciousness - Exploring the transformation of consciousness induced by psychedelics. - The realization of the interconnectedness of opposites and the unity of contrasting elements in life. 33:56 💊 The Role of "Sickness" and "Wickedness" in Society - The presence of sick, crazy, or wicked individuals in society serves as an incentive for various fields of study and ethical considerations. - These individuals contribute to the totality of life by highlighting the importance of medicine, psychology, and ethics. - Governments may be uneasy about psychedelic experiences as they can challenge conventional notions of guilt and morality. 38:14 🌌 The Feeling of Unity with the Universe - Under the influence of psychedelic chemicals, individuals often feel a profound sense of unity with the universe. - This altered state of consciousness aligns more closely with scientific observations, emphasizing interconnectedness over separation. - It raises questions about whether such experiences are hallucinations or a more accurate perception of reality. 43:11 🌿 The Potential Benefits of Psychedelic Chemicals - Psychedelic chemicals may have a role in altering consciousness for the betterment of society. - They could treat the disease of alienated consciousness and promote cooperation with the environment. - Some argue that these chemicals may play a crucial role in the future of human neurology and peace technology. 49:57 📜 Public Policy and Personal Responsibility - Public policy should not legislate personal morality, especially in a society valuing individual freedom. - Individuals should have the responsibility to make choices about their consciousness and well-being. - Removing certain moral questions from police control could restore respect for law enforcement. 59:03 🌟 Young People's Quest for Understanding - Young people's interest in psychedelic experiences stems from a desire to understand the universe and its meaning. - They seek answers beyond traditional religions and scientific explanations. - Rather than seeking mere thrills, they are willing to explore altered states of consciousness to gain insights into life's mysteries. Made with HARPA AI

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I can't thank you enough for publishing these important lectures.

This was most excellent! To know some American's had this knowledge and it wasn't shared on a wide scale is disappointing 😕. How much passion, anguish and human resources could have been prevented and helped?

Interesting take on panaceas.

It would be bliss if there was only order and harmony,and no solutions for there were no issues to be solved 😌🤔🤗🌚🌝🙈🙉🙊🎉

Very beautiful story...but only meditators can understand very well.

Funny how one is Legal and another is Illegal, DUE TO TAXATION and Regulation...

Ayahuasca helps my mental health condition and is a very incredible drink which has expanded consciousness and is very nice

Cosmic Consciousness

i always been askig myself why is the drugstore aka pharmacy sells the same items that are bad for our health when the same doctors are there giving medications for ailments that are caused by the junk foods and other items that you are warned against,i would love to know why is this so but i answer myself by saying these drugstores are owned by the same doctors that you visit in the hospital.

Everything he is saying I've pondered and came to the same conclusions... I'm Alan Watts

My enlightenment is the Trinity is real. I love God with my whole heart and soul. Three distinct person but one only true God and I am one with those 3!

Well they say wounds smell like almonds and when u break it down burnt all men. Sounds like he was told precisely what is coming through the symbols that constantly speak to us but most cannot understand… Ed dames… sun flare…

You have to take the good and the bad

Experience, what is it worth if anything? My experience with alcoholism and Allen Watts... Alcoholic - I am one or am told it is good to admit so. After several therapy and relapses I had an experience(s) that brought a connection\acceptance of 'all things.' Since then I have been frustrated by trying to assist others (friends - anyone) in gaining separation from alcohol. I am not sure why it happened or how it happened for me and yet want to help others. There must be a 'Beautiful Kiss of Reunion' from an unseen lover. Like a mountain with clouds of mystery, a soothing aroma fills my nose, instinctively I breathed deeply wanting more... What was that smell? Peace. It was a gift to me that is not available to everyone. Some are kissed and remain 'here' while oths are kissed and passon. I would like to think Allen many small kisses (lucky guy) and then the welcome home Kiss.

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Who has the authority to judge someone else's mystical experience I still agree with LEARY that the risks are far outweighed by the rewards if it wasn't for the counterculture of the 60's and the mass imbibing of entheogenic chemicals All experience is an electro chemical function of the brain Just as Alan's mystical experience connected him to everything in the universe it is not limited to those who have a great understanding of the so called religous experiences described in all of the esoteric doctrines of every religion and philosophy We are all one

@58:15 Still makes sense but would require a lot more funding and training into public health esp addiction. That brings us back to an old debate on money. Decentralized govt and currency?

I would not recommend psychedelics on young non traumatized students ;because there's hardly enough to process in life experiences. Blessed Grandmother ayahuasca saved my sanity for a few years💜 I used the tools she reminded me we all have. CPTSD does well Microdosing mushrooms every few months. TBH I've dropped Einstein recreationally, however it was LSD that gave me a giant breakthrough for CPTSD. 20 years actively fixing a TBI inflicted by hatred With psychedelic perception allowed me to Forgive . Consuming nature to facilitate my best outcome is my personal responsibility. Though Illegally consuming natural therapeutics adds to the complexity. Nature is our God Given Birthrights & Temperance on nature being banned , not so easy 💜

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