I am working my way through the Lucky Santangelo series by Jackie Collins in between reading other novels (I know, but they are really good!) In one of the books, someone asked Lucky if she’d enjoyed her evening at an event. ‘Yes of course’, she said, ‘I always do because I bring the party’.
To explain what I think she meant, was that she always chose to enjoy herself. She chose to be a good participant in the event. She didn’t rely on anyone else to make her have fun. She was self-propelled!
That little phrase of Lucky’s really spoke to me. It was a good reminder to not just turn up somewhere and expect to be entertained. That it was etiquette to be a good addition to the dinner party, get-together or event.
Even if it’s being at home with your family, going to the hairdresser, or meeting a friend for lunch, you can still bring the party. For me, just thinking that thought perks me up. It reminds me that I can bring a happy vibe to wherever I am. I can be a ray of sunshine.
I can do it for myself too. Working from home, I need to be self-motivated. I do my writing, behind-the-scenes admin, and I also have a household to run and four pets who, even though small, do make quite a mess often. Shedding fur, toys strewn around…
So by me bringing the party, I get to enjoy myself while doing all my chores. I lift up my mindset with good self-talk, positivity, and create my own motivation with time goals.
The unexpected side benefit from this is that your energy is elevated. You feel zingier, more alive, happier. You get things done! So next time you’re feeling a little… flat, remember, you bring the party. It’s within you!
xx Fiona
PS. For more ‘party’ :) go and visit my books on my Amazon affiliate link or my eStore. They’re all waiting for you and there are streamers draped everywhere with party whistles going off! I have extended my Black Friday sale for a few more days – everything is US$3.99, usually up to US$9.99. And for aspiring authors, my eCourse is still on a super-special for a few more days too.
To explain what I think she meant, was that she always chose to enjoy herself. She chose to be a good participant in the event. She didn’t rely on anyone else to make her have fun. She was self-propelled!
That little phrase of Lucky’s really spoke to me. It was a good reminder to not just turn up somewhere and expect to be entertained. That it was etiquette to be a good addition to the dinner party, get-together or event.
Even if it’s being at home with your family, going to the hairdresser, or meeting a friend for lunch, you can still bring the party. For me, just thinking that thought perks me up. It reminds me that I can bring a happy vibe to wherever I am. I can be a ray of sunshine.
I can do it for myself too. Working from home, I need to be self-motivated. I do my writing, behind-the-scenes admin, and I also have a household to run and four pets who, even though small, do make quite a mess often. Shedding fur, toys strewn around…
So by me bringing the party, I get to enjoy myself while doing all my chores. I lift up my mindset with good self-talk, positivity, and create my own motivation with time goals.
The unexpected side benefit from this is that your energy is elevated. You feel zingier, more alive, happier. You get things done! So next time you’re feeling a little… flat, remember, you bring the party. It’s within you!
xx Fiona
PS. For more ‘party’ :) go and visit my books on my Amazon affiliate link or my eStore. They’re all waiting for you and there are streamers draped everywhere with party whistles going off! I have extended my Black Friday sale for a few more days – everything is US$3.99, usually up to US$9.99. And for aspiring authors, my eCourse is still on a super-special for a few more days too.
Oh Fiona! This is excellent! I'm so uplifted by reading this post. May we take this message to heart as we are in the holidays season, and beyond!
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Thanks dear MJ!
DeleteThat’s awesome! Thank you. ❤️
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ReplyDeleteI remember Alexandra Stoddard writing about a woman who went to a beach party wearing pearls because that was her personal style and she was determined to have a good time no matter what!
Pretty red lipstick, Fiona, goes so well with your coloring!
Merry Christmas!
Thanks for this, Fiona! I've been working hard on exactly this, but without the lovely words. Here in Vancouver, we have flooding, a new covid threat (as everywhere) and shortages of fuel, some foods and even a shortage of turkeys for Christmas. And it continues to rain! I needed to be reminded that I have absolutely everything I need .... even red lipstick and pearls. Sending love to all. Merry Christmas! xo karen
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