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Watch their hands, watch their eyes. Read eyes. No matter…

“Watch their hands, watch their eyes. Read eyes. No matter what a man is saying to you, it's not as important as what you can read in his eyes. The most important thing a man has to tell you is what he's not telling you; the most important thing he has to say is what he's trying not to say.” quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
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“Watch their hands, watch their eyes. Read eyes. No matter what a man is saying to you, it's not as important as what you can read in his eyes. The most important thing a man has to tell you is what he's not telling you; the most important thing he has to say is what he's trying not to say.”

Lyndon B. Johnson

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Reading non‑verbal cues reveals true intentions more reliably than spoken words.

In simple terms: Eyes show what words hide.

Key Takeaway

Pay attention to body language.

Themes

communication perception trust

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

observational insightful

When to use this quote

  • interviews
  • negotiations
  • courtroom testimony
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

nonverbal cues psychology deception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you verify what you read in someone's eyes?
  • What other cues complement eye contact?
A Different Perspective

Non‑verbal signals can be ambiguous or misleading.

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