263: How to Make Special Events Special
Did you know that you can increase your wellbeing down the road just by creating a wonderful event? And when I say “wonderful event,” I’m not talking Martha Stewart-level logistics! Listen in to learn what really matters when planning an event, how to make it happen, and the potential health benefits you’ll reap.
I’ll discuss:
· Why you’re getting together and what is the feeling/goal you’re hoping to achieve
· The myths behind a great event (hint: more is NOT merrier)
· Why it’s your party and you can cry if you want to!
· How to enhance connection at a get-together
· Why you should give a tangible gift at an event (there’s science behind this!)
· How to keep that loving feeling going and enhance positivity, potentially leading to fewer health center visits (there was a study done on this!)
Links Discussed
7 Steps to Go From Functioning to Flourishing
Priya Parker 2019 TED Talk: 3 Steps to turn everyday get-togethers into transformative gatherings
The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why t Matters by Priya Parker
The notebook I use for bullet journaling
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