When Life Shifts, Stop Forcing It Back - Alan Watts and the Art of Yūgen

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When life shifts unexpectedly, most people panic and try to force things back to how they were. But what if the true path isn't control—but surrender? In this video, we explore Alan Watts' profound teachings and the Japanese concept of Yūgen: the mysterious beauty that emerges when we stop trying to understand everything and simply feel. Stay until the end for practical ways to apply this philosophy in everyday life. References: Alan Watts – The Wisdom of Insecurity, The Way of Zen, lectures and interviews Daisetz T. Suzuki – Zen and Japanese Culture Thomas Rimer – A Reader's Guide to Japanese Literature William Scott Wilson – The Spirit of Noh: A New Translation of the Classic Noh Treatise Leonard Koren – Wabi-Sabi for Artists, Designers, Poets & Philosophers Hisamatsu Shin’ichi – works on Japanese aesthetics and Yūgen Eugene Herrigel – Zen in the Art of Archery ━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Welcome to Psyphoria. We are a collective of passionate thinkers dedicated to exploring the depths of the human mind and the philosophical questions that shape our lives. At Psyphoria, we delve into psychology and philosophy through carefully curated content based on renowned books, theories, and the works of influential minds such as Carl Jung, Friedrich Nietzsche, Arthur Schopenhauer, and many others. Our mission is to bring you thought-provoking reflections and insights grounded in intellectual rigor, helping you understand yourself—and the world around you—on a deeper level. 🔔 If you value deep thought, self-inquiry, and mental clarity, consider subscribing to the channel and joining our journey into the mind.