This week, we’re joined by Candice Gutierrez, Dusty Hulet, and Cheryl Johnson to talk about The Art of Gathering, and how to plan parties that can genuinely change people’s lives. Candice says parties are about interpersonal alchemy; people come in feeling one way and leave feeling another way, and the way you design the event shapes this transformation. Cheryl believes gatherings can be a lifeline for those who live alone or without guaranteed social support in their day-to-day lives, and mentions how just seeing a party invitation in their inbox can remind a person that they matter. Dusty thinks that “the crushing weight of sobriety” forces Mormons to go out to the edge of creativity in how to get people to relax and have a good time at parties. This conversation was all parts fresh, funny, and wise, and we can’t wait to hear what you think.

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