Exploring Communication Inspiration in Switzerland

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Don’t forget to stop for a moment… find and see the wonderful things you have in your life, whether they are right in front of you or close to your heart and mind.
Often I find communication entertains many commonalities and differences in other countries and cultures. The more we learn from and work to understand both helps to grow our skills and benefit our relationship and communication with others. However, this brief  post will be more about how I am inspired to become a better communicator, than a “How To…” on how to communicate internationally.
Currently, I am on vacation with my wonderful husband and visiting his (and of course now my) amazing family! My husband grew up in the picturesque country of Switzerland. I am fortunate enough to come and visit here with him. Most people when they think of this country several ideas come to mind: Chocolate, cheese, the Swiss Gaurds outside The Vatican, The Matterhorn and other snow covered alps, Heidi, yodeling, cows, Ricola cough drops, etc. Indeed it’s a wondrous place. 
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When I come here, I get the opportunity to carve that extra time to get in touch with nature, my thoughts and my self, providing time for reflection and growth.
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I took this photo above during our hike in the alps of Canton Glarus on Monday. I must admit it’s one of many pictures, but I can’t help but see, breath and feel the inspiration and wonder everywhere I turn here and this truly captures Swiss-inspiration.
We got up at 6am to venture to the Glanerland for today’s hike with my hubs and awesome in-laws it doesn’t get more Swiss than this: Watch this video…

Reflecting, I realize am truly blessed to have grown up with so much love in my family, as it helps me to appreciate all the love and beauty my husband and his family have to offer! We both grew up with a “family first” mentality. As such, we both support each other in family endeavors and adventures whole-heartedly. Although, I must admit that from my perspective his family makes it very easy!

Your friendly communication expert wishing you communication for success, health and happiness from Switzerland!

Cheers!

 

About Ellie Parvin

Ellie is a Communication Consultant, Professor, Speaker, Writer, Mentor, Coach, Course Creator, Author and has a passion for motivating and inspiring others by sharing her insight, expertise and lessons learned. She loves to teach and is a Communication Professor, as well as a Fitness instructor. She teaches Business Communication, Media & Culture, Public Speaking and Academic Writing. Ellie is obsessed with the way people communicate and how various personal and environmental factors can alter the perception of information/message/meaning delivered and received between those in communication. She received her B.A. in Journalism from San Francisco State University and M.A. in Communications & Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA. Published Thesis: Critical Theory and Gender Communication Studies in Small Organizations.

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