Christmas & Buddhism: The Santa Clause Effect

In this talk, I tackle what I call “The Santa Claus Effect” - the dreaded post- Christmas hangover. I explain that the reason we feel such a letdown is that because so many of us place the cause of our happiness on one singular event. Yet Dharma teaches us that when we look for happiness and fulfillment outside, we will suffer. I cover how we can use Buddhist elephant teachings to avoid that drizzly, gray, letdown feeling.

Reviews

Absolutely what I needed to hear this morning, in the early days after Mommy’s death, brothers and sisters bickering/not communicating, and Christmas just days away. And me craving connection and affection. Awareness helps me reset.

The images of the elephant and monkey are new to me, and such helpful touchstones.

Thank you. 🙏🏽💕