| Envisioning a snake biting your daughter suggests the two of you may soon get into a fight or a disagreement. It is likely that, no matter who starts it, the other party would be goaded into responding poorly, leading to an escalation in harsh words and violent reactions. The only way to avoid things getting worse would be to take a deep breath, step back and come back to the problem at hand when both parties are clear-headed and calmer. |  |