Hospitality For Real Life
Welcome to Hospitality for Real Life, the podcast where we believe gatherings don’t have to be perfect to be meaningful. I’m your host, Sonya Sleem—and here, we talk about the real barriers that keep us from opening our doors: tight budgets, busy schedules, food restrictions, special needs, or just feeling too overwhelmed. If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to host, but my life doesn’t look like those picture-perfect tablescapes,” you’re in the right place. Together, we’ll uncover simple strategies, fresh inspiration, and stories that remind us that connection matters more than perfection. So grab a cup of tea...
Trailer: Pull Up a Chair
Welcome to Sonya Sleem & Company!
Are you longing for a space to share hopeful stories and gather meaningful insights? In a world driven by hustle and isolation, it can feel nearly impossible to find someone to pause and celebrate life’s moments with you.
But the truth is—we’re not meant to do life alone. We need each other to grow, to thrive, and to remember what really matters.
So pull up a chair and join me on this journey. I’m navigating life, building something beautiful through...
Gathering on a Budget: How Hosting Builds Legacy
Are you craving connection but feeling too tired—or too broke—to host anything? You’re not alone. In this episode of Sonya Sleem & Company, I’m sharing heartfelt stories, family memories, and five simple ways to gather with grace—even when your energy or your bank account is low.
We’ll talk about:
Why Sunday dinner and Sabbath luncheons are more than just mealsHow our gatherings become legacy and even a kind of immortalityEasy, affordable ways to host meaningful parties without stressMy Great Aunts (and the vintage treasures and scones they inspired!)The power of intentional...Finding Time To Reset
In the middle of life's momentum, it's easy to forget how to pause. In this episode, I share soul-soothing ways to find space for stillness — even in busy seasons. From moonlit journaling to quiet rituals with tea and texture, discover creative ways to reset your spirit and reconnect with what matters most. Pour yourself something warm… this moment is for you.
