These are exceptional. Thank you.
1) I had a co host last year and didn’t realize how important he was to my own merriment. Him not being here this year has definitely led to a shift I hadn’t realized. I’m doing double duty duh. That’s a main thing different this year from last and I can’t believe I didn’t realize it.
2) This mostly happens naturally. Presently, we’re about 60% repeaters and 40% new guys by design. It allows me to maintain control of the vibe and know that the group has my back if needed. It isn’t a buddy system so to speak, but more so a curiosity over “oooooo who’s that?”
3) I have several rules that a participant has to agree to that I clearly communicate before they’re invited. There have been a few suggestions that have come from individuals in the community that I’ve vetoed. I find less is more and the structure and perceived rigidity of this suggestion feels too high level for my group unfortunately.
4) I love this and can’t wait to start this on Tuesday. I can “work” the first two hours and enjoy the last hour. Thank you for this.
5) find me on sniffles, you’re in!