If you are planning on drinking, plan on some time to rest and recover the next day during which you don’t have any other commitments.
Always have a friend watch your drink if you go to the bathroom and leave it. Don’t leave any friends on their own and make sure everyone knows where everyone else is going at all times. Stick together as much as possible throughout the night.
If anyone in the group lives particularly far away from the others, plan for them to sleep over at your house or at one of the other friends’ houses. If someone wants to leave early, make sure to get them to their transportation safely, and have them text or call you when they get home safely.
You can also create a group chat on your phone for the whole group that is going out so you can keep everyone updated about your locations throughout the night.
Make sure to update your friends and family if your plans change. This way, they won’t get worried if you don’t come home when you said you would and they will know where you are.
This will help keep you from getting over-intoxicated and reduce the chances of alcohol poisoning.
If you experience symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision, slurred speech, or poor coordination, then stop drinking and let yourself sober up. Your body can metabolize 1 drink an hour. If you stick to that limit, then you will be able to party the whole night without getting too drunk.
This also gives your body time to process the alcohol you drink and pace yourself better.
A unique piece of your outfit can also be an ice breaker or conversation starter. Try to pick at least 1 item that stands out, such as a beautiful necklace, a uniquely patterned shirt, or a colorful pair of socks.
It isn’t always necessary to bring something to a party with your close friends, but if it’s the first time someone has invited you to their home, then it’s definitely a good move to bring something to share with the host and other guests.
Avoid potentially controversial topics, such as religion or politics, when you are first meeting people. These are topics you can discuss later in the night if you and someone else get comfortable and it feels ok to breach more serious topics.
This can also help you meet other guests by sparking conversations as you offer them drinks or offer to clear their empty glass away.
You may think that talking about the weather is a waste of time, but you never know who you might meet! Talking about how it rained all day might lead to an all-night deep conversation with your future soulmate. Small talk can also help you find out if you have things in common with people, so you can make new friends and other connections. Be interested in what other people have to say. Make eye contact, ask questions, listen, and wait your turn to speak.
