Different person Quote by Dodie Smith
““I was so anxious to make him believe me that I leaned towards him, across the table. He looked at me, right into my eyes. That queer, veiled expression in his -- that I fear I used to call his daft look -- was suddenly not there; there seemed to be a light in them and yet I have never seen them look so dark. And they were so direct that it was more like being touched than being looked at. It only lasted a second, but for that second he was quite a different person -- much more interesting, even a little bit exciting.””
About This Quote
Intense eye contact can transform perception, making someone appear more vivid and engaging.
In simple terms: Eye contact changes how we see others.
Use sincere eye contact to connect.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- interviews
- dating
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does eye contact feel authentic?
- How does it affect trust?
Eye contact can be misread or feel invasive.