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Why do i find it hard to look people in the eyes?

Probably a stupid question...but i cant seem to look people in the eye these days..its uncomfortable for me .
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I don't know, maybe shyness, anxiety or even past learnings. It took me a long time to see my mother had a long time to look people in the eyes, and I like my mother for a long time in my life I found it uncomfortable. I don't anymore. I just look in their eyes now if I'm talked to. When I noticed this of my mother, I also learned just before, if you have difficulty or find it uncomfortable, breathe for a few seconds, pretend you are looking at their eyes, while maybe focusing on their bridge on their nose between their eyes, their lashes, or anywhere that almost creates direct connection in eyes. Once that becomes easier for you it becomes the rest becomes easier.

It will feel cheating at first, but it becomes natural. I expect you are shy, wanting meaning, while holding yourself back from shyness. These suggestions helped me. She's also much more communicative with her eyes now.