What is the appropriate way to act at a party? Should guests refrain from creating heated disagreements at gatherings? When attending or hosting a party, many people think there’s a certain way they should act to not damper the mood. However, The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker suggests three rules that will help hosts and guests loosen up a bit so everyone can have fun. Discover how to act at a party without having to meet certain expectations.
Why We Should Embrace Language Innovation (Steven Pinker)
Do you ever use the word “hangry”? Do you think you should or shouldn’t? Do you take a functional or a purist approach to language? In The Language Instinct, experimental psychologist Steven Pinker argues that language is an innate, biological ability in humans—not just an element of human culture that gets passed from person to person. His theory explains his openness to language innovation. Continue reading to discover why, according to Pinker, we shouldn’t be afraid to toss out arbitrary grammar conventions.
What Is Nostr? How It Could Transform Social Media
What is Nostr? How is Nostr different than traditional social media? What does distributed social media mean? New, decentralized social media platforms have the potential to reduce online censorship and spam, redefine online advertising, and normalize bitcoin use—potentially stabilizing bitcoin’s value. Nostr is a protocol that can act as a platform for decentralized social media. Read on to learn what Nostr is, how it works, and if it has the potential to revolutionize social media.
How to Be a Good Host and Make Guests Comfortable
Do you know how to direct a gathering? How can you be a good host to your guests? At an event you’re hosting, your guests should be your number one priority. The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker says many people think that hosts should relax when it comes to their duties, but it’s actually quite the opposite. Keep reading for the truth behind learning how to be a good host.
How to Create a Safe Space for Discussions at Events
Do heated debates often get out of hand at parties? How do you create a safe space for discussion at any gathering? Some people may think gatherings aren’t the right place for debates, but they actually are. In The Art of Gathering, Priya Parker says that all gatherings don’t have to be peaceful, and there’s actually a way to encourage argument without ruining the gathering. Continue reading to learn how to create a safe space for discussion anywhere you want.
How to End a Party Without It Being Awkward
Is it awkward asking people to leave a party? How do you end a party properly? At the end of an eventful party, it can feel awkward to push people out. However, the fun has to end eventually and Priya Parker’s book The Art of Gathering has all you need to make ending a party less uncomfortable. Let’s look at how to end a party successfully.
How to Host a Party: 2 Tips for Opening Your Gathering
Are you throwing your first party? How do you host a party? Hosting your first party can be intimidating. You want people to have a good time and mingle, but you may not know how to make that happen. With Priya Parker’s book The Art of Gathering, you’ll learn how to easily manage the gathering so that your guests will have fun. Here’s how to host a party when your guests start to arrive.
How to Talk to People at Parties & Make Connections
Are you shy around strangers? How do you talk to people at parties? At a function where you don’t know people, it can be uncomfortable to strike up a conversation. But with Priya Parker’s book The Art of Gathering, hosts will learn how to get guests to step out of their comfort zone to connect with people on a deeper level. If you want to know how to talk to people at parties, continue reading.
How to Confront Someone: 3 Ways to Handle Tough Situations
Want to know how to confront someone when you’re not used to confrontation? How can you get better at handling challenging situations? According to The 50th Law, sometimes it’s necessary to use confrontation, otherwise, people could underestimate or take advantage of you. In the book, the authors explain how to confront someone by describing three uncomfortable situations and how they suggest you react. Read on to learn how to confront someone, according to the techniques in The 50th Law.
How to Empower Employees as a Leader: 3 Effective Ways
Want to know how to empower employees as a leader? What are some of the methods that experts recommend? In Coaching for Performance, Sir John Whitmore explains three ways to empower employees as a leader, claiming that using these methods will allow your employees to flourish and reach their full potential. His approach to empowering employees is strengths-based and non-judgemental. Read on to learn how to empower employees as a leader, according to Whitmore’s three methods.