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“To understand music, you must listen to it. But so long as you are thinking, “I am listening to this music,” you are not listening.”

Quote by Alan Watts

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Alan Watts was a British philosopher, writer, and speaker known for his exploration of the relationship between Eastern and Western thought, particularly focusing on Zen Buddhism and its influence on Western culture. His work has influenced many in the areas of spirituality, psychology, and the philosophy of science. more

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