This past weekend, David and I decided it would be fun to spike our anxiety—just kidding!
We threw a little cocktail party for a neighbor who’s moving away. This neighbor has been a cornerstone of our community. She’s walked, groomed, or boarded just about every dog in the area and has personally helped us with our pups for about 13 years. When we heard she was leaving, a few of us decided to host a proper goodbye gathering.
David and I casually offered to host and spread the word about the date.
About a week before the event, we went over the guest list and realized we were expecting over 25 people. That’s when it hit us—we hadn’t entertained on that scale since 2019! Over the years, I’ve stumbled across remnants of those more social days.
For instance, why do we still have so many cocktail napkins? 🤷🏻♂️
In the garage, David once lifted a metal, oval-shaped ice bucket out of a box and asked, “What’s this for?” I laughed and said, “That’s for chilling drinks when we entertain.”
He looked at it as though it were an answering machine or a stack of CDs. We both chuckled and put it in the donate pile.
The thought of hosting a large group seemed like a relic of another era. And yet, here we were, preparing to transform our house into something that felt more like an airport terminal at LAX. (Okay, maybe that’s an exaggeration, but you get the idea.)
The morning of the party, we both felt a wave of panic. Did we have enough food? Was it too much food? Is anyone allergic to the nuts in these Trader Joe’s crackers? How many drinks should we prepare? What am I supposed to do with my face while people are talking to me? Slowly, it began to feel like an overwhelming idea.
I knew I needed an energy reboot. I closed my eyes and grounded myself in meditation.
I asked, what is the vibe or aura I want to create here?
The answer came quickly and clearly—I wanted our neighbor to feel surrounded by gratitude for her. I wanted our guests to feel welcomed and for this to be a space where community and connection could thrive.
It’s funny how our minds can spiral over minor details. Who really cares if there aren’t enough cups? What’s the big deal if there’s too little (or too much) food?
And of course, as it turned out, all our worrying was unnecessary. The party was exactly what we intended it to be.
Our neighbor felt appreciated, people connected, and the energy in our home was warm and inviting. Not a single person cared about the number of glasses or whether we had the right mix of snacks.
The experience reminded me that the success of any gathering isn’t in the logistics—it’s in the energy we bring to it.
Whenever I anchor myself in the aura of a situation, everything becomes clearer.
I invite you to try this the next time you feel stuck or anxious. Instead of getting lost in details, ask yourself:
What energy am I creating right now?
This is a practice that applies to more than just parties. Whether you’re preparing for a big meeting, working on a creative project, or even navigating a difficult conversation, the energy you bring shapes the outcome. When you shift your focus from the external details to the intention behind them, everything flows with more ease.
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6 Responses
Hi Dougall. I am more clairsentient, much less clairvoyant, in fact have a very hard time visualizing much. So seeing Auras is not happening. Is there a workaround to help perceive auras?
Great question Phyllis! I recommend releasing attachment to how our intuition manifests. For example, I’m able to perceive auras by listening to the sound of someone’s voice. Intuitive abilities may come from any of your senses, so it’s best to release expectations and then see if you notice a shift in your perception. Hope that helps!
I love the line “What am I supposed to do with my face while people are talking to me?” – I’m going to be thinking of my face now..lol. Great blog and reminder about what’s important.
Thank you Lynn, I appreciate you! 💗
For me you bring a smile every time you say you’re overwhelmed with people, ‘cause you’re one of the most easygoing person in the world, always with a smile on your face, always have something nice to say 🙂
Thank you so much Francisca, I really appreciate that! 😊