Liz Rose on Instagram: "20 Science-Backed Ways to Gain Respect Fast 1. Speak slower than you naturally do. People who pause and pace their words activate the “authority heuristic.” Your calm delivery signals competence and self-control. 2. Hold eye contact for 60–70% of the interaction. Not a stare-down, a steady presence. 3. Lower your vocal tone slightly. A relaxed, grounded voice activates dominance cues in the brain. Not louder, calmer. 4. End your sentences firmly, not with an upward tilt.

Dementia Care Tips | Adria Thompson on Instagram: "When someone with dementia speaks and the words don’t make sense, your facial expression and emotional response matter more than the perfect answer. Communication is not just language. It is tone, warmth, expression, and the feeling you bring into the moment. If their words are unclear, focus on the emotion behind them. Match their energy. If they seem excited, show excitement. If they seem worried, offer comfort. Your face and your presence hel