The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker Summary
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In "The Art of Gathering," Priya Parker revolutionizes how we connect by prioritizing purpose over logistics. Beloved by event planners and CEOs alike, it reveals why excluding certain people actually creates more meaningful experiences. What's the hidden psychology behind every truly unforgettable gathering?
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When Gatherings Become Transformative
Think about the last meeting that drained your soul, the family dinner where everyone stared at their phones, or the networking event where nobody actually connected. Now recall a gathering that left you energized-maybe a conversation that stretched past midnight, or a work session where ideas flowed effortlessly. What made the difference? Most of us assume good gatherings happen by accident, sprinkled with some magical dust of charisma or luck. But what if the ability to create meaningful connection is actually a skill we can learn? This question sits at the heart of understanding how we come together-from business meetings to weddings, dinner parties to conferences. The gap between gatherings that transform us and those that bore us isn't about budget or venue size. It's about intentionality. And in our fragmented world, where loneliness has become an epidemic despite our hyperconnectivity, learning to gather well isn't just nice-it's necessary.
The Purpose That Changes Everything
The Courage to Close Doors
Wielding Power for Others' Benefit
Building Temporary Worlds with Explicit Rules
Priming, Ushering, and Launching with Intention
Creating Space for Truth and Meaningful Closure
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