British philosopher and writer, Alan Watts, asks his students the question, “What would you like to do if money were no object?” It’s something none of them have spent much time thinking about because they’ve grown accustomed to believing in a world where money is the root of happiness. He’s one of my favourite philosophers, not just because he has a beard, although if I’m being honest – it definitely helps. He died over 35 years ago, but his wit, humour, and insight live on through his lectures and teachings. As I think about the question Alex poses, I inevitably think of my father, a Punjabi poet and singer: Pashaura Singh Dhillon.  When we first moved to America, he would consistently try to guide me towards…