the art of gathering

Wanna skip rocks? Why yes, yes I do. Thanks @jenncolella for the read. 🫶🏽 “While grabbing dinner with a friend can be engaging, it’s a far cry from elaborate forest ceremonies.” How did you play as a child? How do you play now? 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 Loved this piece from @rhainacohen for @theatlantic. #theartofgathering #friendship #play #makingmemories

The first five minutes of a gathering can change everything. My most recent newsletter is now online and available for all. In it, I take on one of my favorite topics: the magic of a good opening. For the full read, check out my monthly newsletter in my Linktree ✨

“Dips are the water cooler of parties.” Yes, @amberrosetamblyn, yes they are. I loved so much Amber’s most recent newsletter, about, yes…dips. But the SOCIOLOGY of a good dip. Dips encourage lingering, bantering, small talk, and a good hang… What are your favorite PRO-SOCIAL foods at a gathering? 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽