Do you want to be the hostess with the mostest but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place for learning how to entertain at home, plan parties and make your guests feel welcome. Join Kristie LaLonde each week as she helps the beginner hostess learn the tips and tricks of entertaining guests without all the stress and worry! Enjoy guest interviews with entertaining and party experts as they share their secrets to creating a stylish and unforgettable event. Worried about putting it all together? No problem. In no time, you’ll go from the harried hostess to the Happy Hostess!
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Do you want to be the hostess with the mostest but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place for learning how to entertain at home, plan parties and make your guests feel welcome. Join Kristie LaLonde each week as she helps the beginner hostess learn the tips and tricks of entertaining guests without all the stress and worry! Enjoy guest interviews with entertaining and party experts as they share their secrets to creating a stylish and unforgettable event. Worried about putting it all together? No problem. In no time, you’ll go from the harried hostess to the Happy Hostess!
Things that Steal Your "Happy" from Hosting Series: #1 Letting Go of Perfect
Happy Hostess Podcast
11 minutes
3 months ago
Things that Steal Your "Happy" from Hosting Series: #1 Letting Go of Perfect
Episode 108: Things that Steal Your "Happy" from Hosting Series: #1 Letting Go of Perfect
Have you ever thrown a party where everything looked beautiful… but you were too worn out to enjoy it? Or felt completely defeated when your showstopping dessert flopped just before guests arrived?
You’re not alone
In this first episode of our new series, The Top 5 Things That Steal Your ‘Happy’ When Entertaining, we’re tackling a big one: perfectionism. It’s sneaky, persistent, and can take all the fun out of what should be a joyful experience.
We’ll talk about:
How perfectionism shows up in party planning
Why it’s rooted in good intentions—but often leads to procrastination, stress, and burnout
Simple mindset shifts and practical tips to bring the joy back to hosting
A few signs that you might be in the perfectionism trap
You’ll leave this episode feeling seen, encouraged, and empowered to host with less pressure and more purpose.
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Want more support and fun with your hosting? Our virtual cookbook club, the Happy Cookbook Party. is the place where community and learning come together! Find other women just like you that love hosting and want to improve their skills. Join us and be a part of the fun!
Learn more about the host, Kristie LaLonde at happyhostesscollective.com
Happy Hostess Podcast
Do you want to be the hostess with the mostest but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place for learning how to entertain at home, plan parties and make your guests feel welcome. Join Kristie LaLonde each week as she helps the beginner hostess learn the tips and tricks of entertaining guests without all the stress and worry! Enjoy guest interviews with entertaining and party experts as they share their secrets to creating a stylish and unforgettable event. Worried about putting it all together? No problem. In no time, you’ll go from the harried hostess to the Happy Hostess!
