The Art of Gathering — Priya Parker

• Why: Connects all three focus areas at once. Organize a gathering (fun), bring people together (friends), create something meaningful (purpose).
• Focus area: Family & Friends + Fun & Recreation + Spirituality
• Your connection: You already love organizing (salsa, DJ nights, mafia game idea). This sharpens that instinct with frameworks for meaningful gatherings.
• Status: To read

Never Eat Alone — Keith Ferrazzi

• Why: Practical guide on building and deepening relationships. Genuine connection-building, not slimy networking.
• Focus area: Family & Friends
• Status: To read

Show Your Work! — Austin Kleon

• Why: Short, visual, easy read. Exactly about your "blogging is a complex search query" insight. Share your process to find your people.
• Focus area: Fun & Recreation + Family & Friends
• Your connection: No need for a personal brand, just share what you're learning.
• Status: To read

Steal Like an Artist — Austin Kleon

• Why: About unlocking creativity without the pressure of being "original." Good for breaking the consumption loop.
• Focus area: Fun & Recreation
• Status: To read

Play It Away — Charlie Hoehn

• Why: Written by someone who recovered from burnout/anxiety through rediscovering play. Directly relevant to "am I enjoying life?" question.