--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I think I was born with my eyes facing…" description: "\"“I think I was born with my eyes facing the wrong way. Because they're always looking into my head rather than looking out.”\" — Laura Lee Gulledge" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dfc/laura-lee-gulledge-80331_wrong-way_i-think-i-was-born-with-my-eyes-facing-t_1254400.jpg" --- # I think I was born with my eyes facing the wrong way… ![“I think I was born with my eyes facing the wrong way. Because they're always looking into my head rather than looking out.” quote by Laura Lee Gulledge](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dfc/laura-lee-gulledge-80331_wrong-way_i-think-i-was-born-with-my-eyes-facing-t_1254400.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dfc/laura-lee-gulledge-80331_wrong-way_i-think-i-was-born-with-my-eyes-facing-t_1254400.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dfc/laura-lee-gulledge-80331_wrong-way_i-think-i-was-born-with-my-eyes-facing-t_1254400.jpg) > ““I think I was born with my eyes facing the wrong way. Because they're always looking into my head rather than looking out.”” Laura Lee Gulledge ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Feeling detached from the external world, the speaker sees thoughts as internal observers, suggesting a misaligned perception of reality. **In simple terms:** Seeing thoughts as internal rather than external. Key Takeaway Shift focus outward to engage with surroundings. Themes self-awareness perception identity mental health Mood introspective thoughtful Type personal psychological When to use this quote - therapy sessions - creative brainstorming - mindfulness practice - social interaction Key Concepts cognitive dissonance mindfulness self-reflection Questions to Reflect On - How does your internal focus affect your relationships? - What steps can you take to look outward? A Different Perspective External engagement can be hindered by anxiety or depression. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet ## Related quotes > [Every pair of eyes facing you has probably experienced something you could not endure.](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/lucille-clifton/every-pair-of-eyes-facing-you-has-probably-experienced-something-you/) [Lucille Clifton](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/lucille-clifton/) > [“I am in Waterstones looking at all the chick lit rubbish on the shelves. 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