Sometimes when you look in his eyes you get the feeling that someone else is driving.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Someone appears distracted or lacking true focus during conversation.
- In plain terms
- He looks distracted in his eyes.
- What can you take from it?
- Watch for distraction in others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you really listening?
- How do you know someone is present?
Another view
It assumes intent based on fleeting visual cues.
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