Scott Snibbe

A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment

Scott Snibbe, Tara Anderson

  • Vaccines and Compassion

Vaccines and Compassion

Tuesday 30th November 2021

Scott Snibbe and Tara Anderson discuss Buddhist compassion amidst COVID-19 vaccine debates, sharing personal stories and practical advice on staying connected.
48 minutes
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Buddhist Compassion in the Face of Vaccine Debates

A lot of this discussion has been: what's good for me is also good for others, or I'm getting vaccinated because it's good for me and it's good for my community, or good for my family, and in some ways maybe we're not even focusing on the right things there.
How do you keep your heart open when everyone around you is debating vaccines? In this thought-provoking episode of 'A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment', Scott Snibbe and Tara Anderson take on the hot topic of COVID-19 vaccines through the lens of Buddhist compassion. They dive into their own pasts, sharing what it was like growing up in anti-vax households and the tough choices they faced about vaccinating their own kids. But this isn't just about vaccines.
Scott and Tara also tackle the emotional rollercoaster of anger, fear, and trying to change others' minds. They offer practical tips on how to stay loving and connected even when you disagree. Ever heard of 'compassion fatigue'? They explain what it is and how to avoid it, so you don't get overwhelmed by others' suffering. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that mixes personal stories with Buddhist wisdom, offering a fresh perspective on one of today's most divisive issues.