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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…” quote by Dodie Smith
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““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.””

Dodie Smith

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.

Key Takeaway

Use sincere eye contact to connect.

Themes

communication perception intimacy

Mood

intimate thoughtful

Type

observational psychological

When to use this quote

  • interviews
  • dating
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

psychology social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does eye contact feel authentic?
  • How does it affect trust?
A Different Perspective

Eye contact can be misread or feel invasive.

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