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What does it mean?
The speaker describes a pair of cold, judging eyes that make them feel like unwanted trash brought by a cat.
In plain terms
His look was so cold I felt like unwanted trash.
What can you take from it?
Judgmental stares can make you feel worthless.

Where it applies

  • critique
  • interview
  • confrontation

Putting it to work

  • ignore judgment
  • stay confident

Questions to consider

  • How did you feel?
  • Why were you judged?

Another view

The simile is graphic and potentially disturbing.

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