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Science-Based Tools for Increasing Happiness
Huberman Lab
Shared Attention: Look Away to Connect
Recent research challenges the notion that continuous eye contact is essential for effective social connection during conversations. Instead, mutual eye contact initiates a pattern where individuals frequently look away, which helps to set and reset attention throughout the interaction. This dynamic supports ongoing engagement and enhances the feeling of shared attention, providing new insights into how eye contact functions in communication. The study employs precise measurements, such as pupil size and gaze direction, to analyze these interactions, shedding light on the intricate processes underlying social attention.
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