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About this quote

What does it mean?
Looking at objects is safe but looking into another person's eyes for too long is risky.
In plain terms
You can stare at things freely but not at people's eyes.
What can you take from it?
Respect the risk of eye contact.

Where it applies

  • conversation
  • dating
  • conflict

Putting it to work

  • Watch duration of gaze
  • Read non verbal cues

Questions to consider

  • Why is eye contact hard?
  • What does a look hide?

Another view

Some cultures use prolonged eye contact without risk.

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