Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary
Society & Culture:Relationships
Three Tips to Unify this Thanksgiving (ep. 414)
“History teaches us that unity is strength, and cautions us to submerge and overcome our differences in the quest for common goals.” -Haile Selassie
While the tradition of Thanksgiving began around 1621, it wasn't declared a national holiday for another 242 years. And why is this significant?
In 1863, Abraham Lincoln was President in the middle of the Civil War, a chaotic crisis with profound divisiveness and great uncertainty of our nation. It was then he declared a day to pause and give thanks for the many blessings in our lives that we share.
In a season where it’s easy to further build the walls that divide us, tune in to hear three simple tips that will allow us to focus on the things that unify, bind and heal.
SHOW NOTES:
If you enjoyed today's episode, you'll love learning the longstanding tradition Live Inspired community member Rona’s family does before their Thanksgiving meal. Listen to ep. 206 here.
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