Dose of Dignity: The Dignity of Giving Thanks

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In this episode of the Dignity Lab, Jennifer explores the complex relationship between Thanksgiving and dignity, particularly in relation to Indigenous peoples. She discusses the true meaning of gratitude, differentiating between superficial forms of gratitude and a deeper, transformative practice that honors both ourselves and others. Through this exploration, she emphasizes the importance of recognizing genuine kindness and the full spectrum of human experience.

Takeaways

• The modern Thanksgiving celebration often overlooks the dignity of Indigenous peoples.
• Gratitude can be understood as both a tool and a virtue.
• Comparative gratitude can lead to a harmful mindset that limits gratitude to only times in which others suffer.
• Social or performative gratitude does not reflect true feelings or experiences.
• Prescribing gratitude to those in pain can violate their dignity.
• True gratitude emerges from acceptance and recognition of kindness and acknowledges both challenges and gifts in life.
• Recognizing goodness in others honors their dignity and our shared humanity.

Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world. What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs.

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