Gaze Quote by Rachel Hawkins
““I tried to smile back, but I was trying not to stare at the ribbon of skin that was showing beneath his T-shirt as he bent over. As usual, my mouth went a little dry and my breathing sped up, and that weird, almost sad feeling settled in my stomach. I never thought I'd be glad to hear Vandy's braying voice, but when she shouted, 'All right! That's it for today!' I could have kissed her. Well, on second thought, no. Maybe a firm handshake.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown, likely contemporary fiction
The narrator feels intense physical attraction mixed with awkwardness, leading to a conflicted emotional response to a colleague’s presence.
In simple terms: Attraction causes nervous, confusing feelings.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and manage mixed emotions.
Themes
attraction
awkwardness
internal conflict
Mood
anxious
hopeful
Type
narrative
personal
When to use this quote
- workplace
- social encounters
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
social interaction
desire
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle sudden attraction at work?
- What signals indicate genuine connection versus fleeting infatuation?
A Different Perspective
Physical attraction can cloud judgment and decision making.
