Scott Snibbe
Scott Snibbe
Rethinking Thanksgiving: A Buddhist Perspective #209
Rethinking Thanksgiving: A Buddhist Perspective #209
Rethinking Thanksgiving: A Buddhist Perspective #209
Tuesday 25th November 2025
Explore Thanksgiving through a Buddhist lens with Scott Snibbe, transforming holiday challenges into compassion and mindfulness.
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Episode Overview
- Thanksgiving can bring up family conflicts and historical concerns.
- Use 'universalising' to transform joy and pain into compassion.
- Invite those who might be lonely or struggling to join your celebration.
- Reflect on the historical roots of Thanksgiving with mindfulness.
- Expand your gratitude beyond personal gains to global compassion.
When someone does something so kind and generous and hard, I think when it's hard, it's particularly good.
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Dive into a unique episode that rethinks Thanksgiving through a Buddhist lens, offering insights on how to handle the holiday's complexities with compassion and mindfulness. Host Scott Snibbe revisits a talk and meditation shared with the Train a Happy Mind community, addressing the challenges Thanksgiving can bring—from family conflicts to its historical roots.
This episode isn't just about turkey and stuffing; it's about expanding our hearts and minds to include everyone on the planet. Through the Buddhist practice of 'universalising,' listeners are encouraged to transform both joy and pain into opportunities for compassion. The discussion touches on sensitive topics, such as colonial exploitation of Indigenous people, while also offering practical advice on how to deal with family disagreements and personal feelings of guilt or arrogance.
Snibbe shares personal anecdotes, like inviting those who might be lonely or going through tough times to Thanksgiving dinner, highlighting the spirit of generosity. This episode is a heartfelt invitation to rethink how we celebrate, encouraging us to foster gratitude not just for what we have, but for the opportunity to share it with others. Whether you're stuffing yourself with a feast or navigating tense family conversations, this episode offers a refreshing perspective that could make your holiday more meaningful.
So, how will you use this Thanksgiving to expand your compassion and generosity?