Now you get to plan the trip! Where are you going, when will it be, and how long will it last? This can be a family vacation where everyone rides in the same vehicle, or a destination where people … [Read more...] about Planning a Successful Trip: Travel and Communication – Part Two

As Spring arrives and the weather warms, families start making travel plans. And travel, especially family travel, can have potential drama and patterns of behavior that can put a huge damper on the … [Read more...] about Travel and Expectations: Travel and Communication – Part One

Body language is a key component of our communication. It is something we hear a lot about, and yet often are not consciously aware of, or don’t fully understand. Sometimes our subconscious notices … [Read more...] about Body Language and Mixed Messages

Someone asked me what the human equivalent was to raised hackles in the animal world. I know she was referring to the general idea that raised hackles are a warning or threat in the animal world…and I … [Read more...] about Hackles Up! Body language and non-verbal cues

Ahh…February… The month commandeered for Love and Romance. I’ve heard all sorts of responses on what Valentine’s Day means to people. Some love the excuse to buy gifts and have an extravagant meal. … [Read more...] about Love and Expectations: Valentine’s Day and Setting Romance Up to Fail