Daily Zen:
I always put off party cleanup until the next morning -- there's something so decadent about going to bed while the kitchen is a wreck. Plus, I find it much easier to tackle a big job like that while I'm well-rested. (Just remember to put the leftovers in the fridge before you go to bed!)
Zen Hostess: The Philosophy
Being a Zen Hostess means enjoying the company of your guests and the pleasant atmosphere you have created. Because, after all, a party is about companionship, not about the physical food, music, or wine.
Buddhist Zen is about living in the now, letting go of regrets about the past and ambitions for the future. Buddhist Zen is achieved through meditation and mental practice.
Hostessing Zen is also about living in the now: relaxing and enjoying yourself at your own party, forgetting the stress of preparation and letting go of your anxiety that something will go wrong during the party.
You can become a Zen Hostess by (1) doing advance prep work, which will allow you to participate in the flow of the party without worrying about the behind-the-scenes magic, and (2) perfecting the letting-go attitude, by which you realize that no physical mistake (or even disaster) will negatively impact the camaraderie of the party.
So kick back and explore this site for great ideas and tips on throwing a party that you'll enjoy attending as much as you'll enjoy hostessing.
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