Thanksliving is a concept advocated for by actor Jesse Eisenberg, who promotes compassion towards animals during the Thanksgiving holiday. Instead of eating turkey, Eisenberg and his family celebrate by saving turkeys and having a vegan Thanksgiving meal. This tradition involves displaying pictures of turkeys on the table and learning about the lives of the animals they have chosen not to eat.

The cruelty behind the Thanksgiving turkey industry is highlighted, with turkeys experiencing unnatural living conditions and often being subjected to painful mutilations. As vegan alternatives become more widely available, more people are choosing to have a plant-based Thanksgiving dinner, where they can enjoy delicious dishes without contributing to the suffering of animals. This shift towards a more compassionate way of celebrating Thanksgiving reflects a growing awareness of the impact of our food choices on animals and the environment.