Kaley & Ryan Chill Outl

Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting, 28, and Ryan Sweeting, 26, put on a facade at a January 12 event.  Patti observes that they are very posed here.  They look like they are trying to act more grown-up than they are and their repressed smiles are a dead giveaway.

Patti gives this couple a 3 on Life & Style's True Love Rating scale.

But the newly wedded duo grinned from ear to ear during a sweet Starbucks run on June 25th.  Patti notes that their hand clasp and eye contact is so mutual and gentle and they have a look like "You are the only one in the world for me".

Patti gives this couple a 4 1/2 on Life & Style's True Love Rating scale.

Patti Wood, MA, Certified Speaking Professional - The Body Language Expert. For more body language insights go to her website at www.PattiWood.net. Check out Patti's website for her new book "SNAP, Making the Most of First Impressions, Body Language and Charisma" at www.snapfirstimpressions.com. Also check out Patti's YouTube channel at http://youtube.com/user/bodylanguageexpert.

Body Language Read of Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux

Jennifer Aniston, 45, and Justin Theroux, 42, were in the throes of new love at the Toronto International Film Festival last year.  Patti Observes that Jennifer is showing loving submission by resting her head on his shoulder.  And she says that Justin's body language is saying he can't believe he got this girl.

Patti gives this couple a 4 in 2013 on the Life & Style True Love Rating scale.

However, at the premiere of his HBO series, The Leftovers, Jen drew him close at the waist - but both pulled away at the chest, suggesting conflict according to Patti.  Jen's face has sadness in it and in his there is a slight bit of anger.  In this pic there are lots of covered emotions according to Patti.

Patti gives this couple a 1 1/2 in 2014 on the Life & Style True Love Rating scale.

Patti Wood, MA, Certified Speaking Professional - The Body Language Expert. For more body language insights go to her website at www.PattiWood.net. Check out Patti's website for her new book "SNAP, Making the Most of First Impressions, Body Language and Charisma" at www.snapfirstimpressions.com. Also check out Patti's YouTube channel at http://youtube.com/user/bodylanguageexpert.

Loosen Up Brad and Angelina

Angelina Jolie, 39, pulled Brad Pitt, 50, close during a London event in February, but he didn't seem too amused.  Patti observes that "His hand is on his belly instead of being wrapped around her."  "They are not as connected here."

Patti gives this couple a 2 on the True Love Rating scale for Life & Style.

The couple gave each other more space during an event in June.  "Brad is standing away, but since it is her event, he is letting her shine."  Patti also notes that she loves the way they hold each other's hands here.  It shows that they are giving strength to each other."

Patti gives this couple a 4 on the True Love Rating scale for Life & Style.


Patti Wood, MA, Certified Speaking Professional - The Body Language Expert. For more body language insights go to her website at www.PattiWood.net. Check out Patti's website for her new book "SNAP, Making the Most of First Impressions, Body Language and Charisma" at www.snapfirstimpressions.com. Also check out Patti's YouTube channel at http://youtube.com/user/bodylanguageexpert.

Bridge the Gap - Body Language of Emma Stone & Andrew Garfield

Andrew Garfield, 30, happily drew in his love, Emma Stone, 25, as they posed at the London premiere of the "The Amazing Spider-Man 2." But Emma didn't echo his tenderness observes Patti.  "She is leaning away with her upper body and it shows she does not want to be considered one unit with him yet."

Patti gives this couple a 2 1/2 on the True Love Rating scale for Life & Style

However, the two were in sync during a May stroll around NYC according to Patti.  "They are so beautifully in step with each other and their handhold shows they are one."

Patti gives this couple a 4 on the True Love Rating scale for Life & Style.

Patti Wood, MA, Certified Speaking Professional - The Body Language Expert. For more body language insights go to her website at www.PattiWood.net. Check out Patti's website for her new book "SNAP, Making the Most of First Impressions, Body Language and Charisma" at www.snapfirstimpressions.com. Also check out Patti's YouTube channel at http://youtube.com/user/bodylanguageexpert.

One Mistake a Host of a Party or Event Should Never Make

One Mistake You Should Never Make as the Host of a Party

Do you want people to feel warm and welcomed into your home and have a lasting positive memory of your party? As a host you should always make it a point to greet your guests as they come into your home and say goodbye as they leave. A bad host is so caught up in the food and other details of the event that he or she ignores the most important element, the guests.  Immediately greeting your guest says nonverbally, "You come first." Greetings are designed to let those entering the space know everything is safe. Our primal limbic brains are wired to be on guard until we are warmly welcomed into a space. If you are extremely busy in the kitchen, you can give a close friend or family member the job of greeting the guests. Tell them exactly what their "job" is. Whether that is standing near the door and welcoming with a hug or a handshake, taking coats or serving each guest their first beverage.  Making sure everyone feels welcome is the MOST important thing.  (By the way if you have a excitable dog that barks and jumps make sure you arrange for a positive greeting from your pet or put the pet out of the way with a chew toy till most of the guests are there.)

In addition, kissing and or hugging goodbye symbolically says, "I leave you with affection." With a touch goodbye, the last memory your guest has of leaving the home is that he or she is surrounded by love. Touching on greeting are small social rituals with big impact. There is one fallback tactic that allows you to change this ritual.

So if you are hosting a large family gathering, office party of friends these are tips to make you a great host.




Patti Wood, MA, Certified Speaking Professional - The Body Language Expert. For more body language insights go to her website at www.PattiWood.net. Check out Patti's website for her new book "SNAP, Making the Most of First Impressions, Body Language and Charisma" at www.snapfirstimpressions.com. Also check out Patti's YouTube channel at http://youtube.com/user/bodylanguageexpert.