The Next Big Idea How to Make Your Holiday Gatherings Memorable
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Dec 23, 2025 
Join Priya Parker, a conflict resolution specialist and author of The Art of Gathering, as she transforms how we think about hosting. She emphasizes that the heart of any gathering lies not in the logistics but in understanding the purpose behind it. Priya challenges traditional norms, suggesting we reinvent rituals to better fit modern needs. She also highlights how gatherings can bridge divides and model new social norms. Discover how to create meaningful connections by focusing on the why rather than the what!
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Gatherings Are Life’s Core Arenas
- Gatherings shape daily life because we spend most of our time with others and treat gatherings as routine activities.
- Priya Parker argues focusing on purpose, not aesthetics, unlocks gatherings' transformational potential.
Baby Shower Revealed Rituals' Assumptions
- Priya recounts her second pregnancy shower and her husband's excluded need for a ritual.
- They realized traditional rituals can perpetuate old gender roles rather than invent new shared transitions.
Use A Disputable Purpose As Your Filter
- Start by naming a specific, disputable purpose for the gathering and use it as your decision filter.
- Let purpose guide location, guest list, opening, and closing rather than aesthetics alone.