Throwing parties/mixing people

[0utBr3ak]

I have a question about throwing parties involving my multiple social circles/inviting people to parties from another social circle. Basically trying to mix groups together.

For some reason though, its hard for me to do this because I feel awkward if one group of friends doesnt like the other group, or they're too into their own group and don't really talk to others during the party etc. Whenever I bring friends or mix friends, I always feel responsible for them to have fun at the party, and if they dont, I end up spending less time having fun with everyone, and more time trying to make people feel comfortable.

I am in several different social circles and i strive to be the 'connector fun-bringing' guy, and I think that is the reason that I spend so much effort and make it my responsiblity making sure everyone has fun. Is this normal? Do you guys feel this way sometimes when mixing people? How should I go about fixing this?

[Bezno]

i've been thinking about the same thing lately. i'm planning on throwing some dinner parties to introduce a few different circles to each other, but there are some high value people in each of these circles that i'm pretty sure won't like each other. especially the women. you know how competitive women can be with each other. i'm not sure if it's better to invite everyone and have more high value people there, or avoid bad vibes by making sure the mix is going to be harmonious. on the one hand, a little drama might make the night interesting for everyone, but it could also make it a drag. tough call.