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EPISODE · Jan 21, 2026 · 9 MIN

So Obvious, So Simple, So Difficult to Grasp

from The Everyday Human · host Eastin DeVerna

January: On Existence January 21Today's reflection was inspired by a quote from Alan Watts, specifically from Eastern Wisdom, Modern Life: Collected Talks 1960-1969.We're all rushing around in a great panic, aren't we? Worried about achieving something great, leaving a lasting impact, or gaining the adoration and respect of the masses.But how much do we lose of ourselves in this pursuit of achievement? Is it ever enough?What if the point of it all was a lot simpler than all of that? What if the point of it all was to just . . . be?Reflection title: So Obvious, So Simple, So Difficult to GraspCreative inspiration: Alan Watts, Eastern Wisdom, Modern Life: Collected Talks 1960–1969Reflection Question: What am I letting control my thoughts and actions? How can I let it go and just be?

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