> awkward forced interactions Then you're "doing it wrong". Pay them to bring their art. Include them in the party (whatever degree of free drinks / food / acc

> awkward forced interactions Then you're "doing it wrong". Pay them to bring their art. Include them in the party (whatever degree of free drinks / food / access everyone else gets). Tell them that if someone's being a dick, they can feel free to be a dick right back. Teach your people that no-one else is responsible for their happiness.