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# The Meaning of Happiness: The Quest for Freedom of the Spirit in Modern Psychology and the Wisdom of the East

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Deep down, most people think that happiness comes from having or doing something. Here, in Alan Watts’s groundbreaking third book (originally published in 1940), he offers a more challenging thesis: authentic happiness comes from embracing life as a whole in all its contradictions and paradoxes, an attitude that Watts calls the “way of acceptance.” Drawing on Eastern philosophy, Western mysticism, and analytic psychology, Watts demonstrates that happiness comes from accepting both the outer world around us and the inner world inside us — the unconscious mind, with its irrational desires, lurking beyond the awareness of the ego. Although written early in his career, The Meaning of Happiness displays the hallmarks of his mature style: the crystal-clear writing, the homespun analogies, the dry wit, and the breadth of knowledge that made Alan Watts one of the most influential philosophers of his generation.

Review: A compendium of knowledge - If you're new to Alan Watts, then this is a book that can really knock you right out of your seat. I've been reviewing his work, seminars, etc. for years. I personally think this is one of his best books. I would recommend it to anyone.
Review: offers common sense. - easy to read and g offers good advice.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
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| Best Sellers Rank | #146,491 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #128 in Comparative Religion (Books) #452 in Eastern Philosophy (Books) #1,198 in Happiness Self-Help |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 472 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A compendium of knowledge
*by K***R on April 20, 2024*

If you're new to Alan Watts, then this is a book that can really knock you right out of your seat. I've been reviewing his work, seminars, etc. for years. I personally think this is one of his best books. I would recommend it to anyone.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ offers common sense.
*by N***R on February 13, 2025*

easy to read and g offers good advice.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Alan Watts is always a good read
*by P***Y on January 18, 2026*

Alan Watts is always a good read. If you like this read either The Way of Zen or The Book On The Taboo of Knowing Who You Are next!

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